Prainha Beach
About this place
Prainha Beach is located near Rio de Janeiro and it is a popular destination for surfers. It takes a short drive southwest from Rio de Janeiro to get to Prainha. It is in the shape of the half moon which help waves be so perfect for the surfers. The current is really strong here so it is recommended that only experienced surfers go deeper than waist.
The best time for surfest to visit here would be the spring since winds from the west northwest blow here in that period.
No matter if you´re here just for seeing great waves or you are an experienced surfer, you´ll definitely love it. Because of all these characteristics of the beach, Prainha is never too crowded.
