Crowd & Localism
Fort's rarity is its own crowd filter. Even when Sumidouro across the beach is wall-to-wall, Forte tends to be quiet. Worth a five-minute check before committing to the longer walk to Sumidouro. Vibe is calm and relaxed.
Guarujá, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Praia do Forte dos Andradas
-24.026, -46.285
Edited by Tom Jackson
Verified May 2026
Editor-reviewedCross-checked against WannaSurf
At a glance
- Praia do Forte dos Andradas is a right over mixed, long right-hand point over rock and sand, two-section, rare e-swell dependent.
- Beginner to advanced ability, working 2-5 ft.
- Peak March to August.
Right · MixedBeginner → Advanced2–5 ftMar – Aug
A rare, long right-hand point that only fires on outsized E swells, Praia do Forte dos Andradas sits on the sheltered south end of São Francisco do Sul Island, São Paulo state, Brazil. It needs a massive E swell to wake up: when nearby spots like PG and Prainha are already running 10ft, expect 3-4ft at the rocky take-off section and 2-3ft as the wave walls into the sandy inside. SW to W winds work best, keeping the face clean as the right peels for up to 300-500m on a good day. Because it demands such rare conditions, the lineup almost always stays uncrowded even when neighboring spots are packed. Bottom: point over rock and sand. Season: autumn and winter E swell events, roughly March through August. Consistency: low, but very long rides when it connects. Bring food and water, facilities are minimal and often closed in winter months.
Wave fit
Skill suited
Beginner → Advanced
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Best months
Mar – Aug
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Character
Long right-hand point over rock and sand, two-section, rare E-swell dependent.
Conditions
When it worksOptimum tide
Low and mid tide
Trip planning
Quick facts
Wetsuit
Boardies to 2mm
What to bring
- Shortboard 6ft to 6ft 4in for outer rock section
- Longboard 9ft+ for inside mellow walls
- Fish or mid-length for smaller, fatter days
Lineup
Mellow lineup
Where it sits
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About this break
What it's actually like
Access & Facilities
Park at Praia do Forte near the Army area and walk 15 minutes to the right side of the beach. Left leads to Sumidouro. This is a remote, quiet stretch of coast. Pack food and water, especially in winter when the few bars along here are closed.
Nearby Alternatives
Sumidouro, a short walk left, is the more consistent and better-known option on the same island when the E swell is running. If Forte is too small or fat, Sumidouro will typically have more size and punch, though expect significantly more company in the water.
10-day swell, wind and tide
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Frequently asked
What you need to know before paddling out at Praia do Forte dos Andradas
What skill level is Praia do Forte dos Andradas suited for?
Praia do Forte dos Andradas is a mixed bottom, long right-hand point over rock and sand, two-section, rare e-swell dependent, break suited for beginner through advanced surfers. Beginners can give it a go on the smaller end of the size range.
What size does Praia do Forte dos Andradas work best at?
Working size is 2 to 5 ft. Below 2 ft the swell goes flat. Above 5 ft it tends to close out.
When is the best season to surf Praia do Forte dos Andradas?
Praia do Forte dos Andradas fires from March through August. Outside that window the swell window narrows and the lineup goes quiet.
What swell direction does Praia do Forte dos Andradas need?
Praia do Forte dos Andradas switches on with swells out of the ENE to ESE (67 to 112 degrees).
What type of wave is Praia do Forte dos Andradas?
Praia do Forte dos Andradas is a right-breaking wave over mixed. Long right-hand point over rock and sand, two-section, rare E-swell dependent.
How crowded is Praia do Forte dos Andradas?
Lineup is mellow. Visiting surfers fit in fine if they wait their turn.
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