Surf spot

Taipu de Fora

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Country: Brazil, Bahia Sul
Coordinates: -13.9424, -38.9266

Metric
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Wave height (m)	1.2	1.3	1.3	1.3	1.2	1.1	1	1.1	1.1	0.9	1.2	1.1	1.1	1.1	1.1	1.1	1.1	1.1	1.1	1	1.1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1.1	1.1	1.1	1.1	1.1	1	1	0.9	1	1	1	1.1	1.1	1	0.8	0.8	0.9	0.9	0.9	0.8	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.8	0.7	0.8	0.9
Wave direction	ESE	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	ENE	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	E	ESE	ESE	ESE	E	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	E	E	ESE	E	ENE	E	E	E	ENE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	E	ESE	SE	SSE	SSE
Wave period (s)	6.1	6.5	6.3	6.5	6.3	6	6.1	6	5.8	5.7	6.2	6.2	6.7	6.5	6.5	6.2	6	6.2	6.2	6.5	6.4	6.5	6.7	6.8	6.8	6.8	6.5	6.4	6.4	6.4	6.4	6.5	7.2	7.3	7.5	7.2	7.2	7.1	6.8	6.7	6.8	7	4.8	4.8	4.7	4.5	4.7	7.5	7.5	7.5	7.4	6.5	5.8	6.8	5.6	5.5
Wave energy (kJ)	104	145	138	138	112	82	71	85	84	52	103	98	111	108	108	93	92	98	93	93	92	93	97	96	94	92	89	92	99	103	103	108	100	100	99	98	100	105	106	109	90	69	32	35	38	31	25	55	49	52	48	36	38	46	40	48
Wind speed (km/h)	5.4	4.9	4.9	2.9	13.2	11.5	10.9	6.8	6.2	4.3	4.7	10.7	13.1	11.5	8.2	8.4	5.2	5.2	8.8	12.3	13.7	12.9	8.9	6.9	3.2	1.5	6.6	13.6	17.9	15.5	8.7	9	8.7	7.3	6.7	10.3	10.6	14.7	10.4	11	8.7	8.8	8.2	10.9	13	13.2	11	11.1	11	11.4	10.8	13.3	16.6	15.2	11.2	10.4
Wind direction	NCross-off	NWGlassy	WNWGlassy	NNEGlassy	ECross-on	ECross-on	ECross-on	ENECross-on	NNECross-off	NGlassy	NGlassy	NECross	NECross	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ECross-on	ENECross-on	ECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	NNEGlassy	NWGlassy	NNECross	NECross	NECross-on	ENECross-on	ECross-on	ENECross-on	NECross	NCross-off	NNWCross-off	NNECross	ENECross-on	ECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ESEOnshore	ESEOnshore	ESEOnshore	ESEOnshore	SEOnshore	SEOnshore	SSEOnshore	SCross-on	SCross-on	SSECross-on	SSEOnshore	SEOnshore	SEOnshore	SEOnshore	SEOnshore

Taipu de Fora is one of the most famous surf spots on the Maraú Peninsula in Bahia, Brazil, known especially for its clear water, reef breaks, and tropical scenery.

Surf characteristics

Type: Reef break
Wave quality: Can be excellent when it’s on, with clean, well-shaped waves
Best swell: South and southeast swells tend to work well
Wind: Offshore or light winds from the opposite direction help create the best conditions
Wave size: Usually small to moderate, but it can get solid during bigger swell events
Skill level: Best for intermediate to advanced surfers, especially because of the reef and sometimes shallow sections

What makes it special

Famous for its natural tide pools and turquoise water
A beautiful tropical setting with palm trees, reefs, and long sandy beaches nearby
One of the best-known surf destinations in Bahia Sul
Good for surfers looking for a scenic, less crowded alternative to major Brazilian surf centers

Conditions to watch

The reef can be shallow, so timing the tide matters
Wave quality depends a lot on swell direction, tide, and wind
Because it’s a reef break, it’s important to know the entry/exit points and be cautious of the bottom

General vibe

Taipu de Fora is as much a destination beach spot as it is a surf break. Even when the surf is not huge, the area is popular for its beauty, snorkeling, and relaxed beach atmosphere.