Overview
Itatinga sits along a wide river estuary where the sand shifts massively, and the beaches here are better known for shell collecting than surfing. It's a beach break over sand that stays flat most of the time, so it only comes to life on the right swell.
When It Works
Itatinga draws swell from the north through east (N-E), with northeast (NE) the best direction. When a strong north to northeast swell lines up the banks, lefts can peel cleanly, and both lefts and rights are on offer. It works from 0.6 m / 2 ft to 1.2 m / 4 ft, though it's somewhat inconsistent and won't break every day.
Wind and Tide
Look for northwest (NW) offshore wind to clean it up. It can work through low, mid, and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call.
Local Tips
This is an approachable, beginner-friendly wave, and the lineup stays quiet when it's breaking.
Access
There's free roadside parking close by.
