November 22, 2022 — marcel

Santa Barbara

in São Miguel

Properties

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Bottom Type
Wave Type
Not High-Tide

Best during mid or low tide. Maybe sometimes surfable during high tide too but we are not sure.

DifficultyAll Levels
Beginner
Intermediate
Expert

All levels in small waves. Advanced and intermediate surfers for medium waves; only advanced for big waves.

Danger LevelSafe
Very SafeVery Dangerous

Be aware of the side shore current in medium to big swells. See description for more info.

Water QualityVery clean
Very DirtyVery Clean

Very good

Crowd FactorRarely Crowded
Empty line-upOvercrowded

Most of the time not crowded. Maybe during summer more crowded

Protection from SwellVery Exposed
Very ExposedVery Protected

Swells come here with full force

Beach Length
0.5 km
Wave QualityExcellent
Very PoorAverageExcellent
ConsistencyMany surf days per year
InconsistentVery Consistent

Winter has a lot of storms so fall, spring and summer is better. Especially fall and spring

Local VibeWelcoming
WelcomingAggressive

Rarely crowded

Showers

At surf school

Surf School

Description

Beautiful black beach with crystal blue water. This spot is a swell magnet. Be aware of the side shore current in medium to big swells. If you don't pay attention the current moves you to the right or left where there is no beach anymore. If the current is to the right and you can't make it back to Santa Barbara, you could try to exit on the next beach named Monte Verde. (Never tried myself)