Pororoca

Pororoca

São Domingos do Capim, BRA
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Wave Quality

Death Defying

Wave Type

Rivermouth

Swell Direction

N/A

Best Wind

N/A

Best Tide

high tide

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Jan 1, 2025

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About

Pororoca, located in São Domingos do Capim, Brazil, is renowned for its thrilling tidal bore waves that can reach heights of up to 4 meters (13 feet), surging up to 800 kilometers upstream on the Amazon River. Surfers can ride these powerful, sandy-bottomed waves at high spring tides, making this spot a truly unique challenge for advanced surfers seeking the adrenaline of a lifetime. Notably, the annual surfing championship draws enthusiasts and spectators alike, celebrating this extraordinary natural phenomenon that combines the might of the ocean and river in a spectacular display.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityDeath Defying
Wave TypeRivermouth
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerpowerful
BottomSandy
Swell SizeStarts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionN/A
Best WindN/A
Best Tide Positionhigh tide
Best Tide Movementspring tide

Location & Access

City / AreaSão Domingos do Capim
CountryBRA

Data validated from official sources and surf reports but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify local conditions before heading out.

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