Located in South Bahia, Engenhoca is a fun beach break that offers up some rippable waves when the conditions line up. There is also a fickle point on the edge of the horseshoe-shaped bay. The waves here require some skill to surf and break for up to 100 meters (328 feet) over a sand bottom.
What are the best surf conditions for Engenhoca?
Gets good between waist-high and double overhead. We recommend riding a longboard when smaller and a shortboard as the size picks up. This break is suitable for all levels of surfer. The surf here usually has something to ride (5/10) and will generally have a crew on it (6/10). The best winds are from the West. The best swells are from the East, Northeast, South, and Southeast. Works on all tides.
We recommend wearing boardshorts or a bikini year-round. Water temperatures range between 29°C (84°F) and 26°C (79°F). See the temperature chart below for more data on this.
