Joaquina Surf Spot, Brazil
Florianópolis, Brazil
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Quick answer
Where is Joaquina?
Joaquina is an A-frame beach break near Florianópolis in Brazil. Best season: April to October (south swells). Level: Intermediate. GPS: -27.6290, -48.4480.
| Location | Florianópolis, Brazil |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | -27.6290, -48.4480 |
| Wave type | Beach break |
| Direction | A-frame peaks (lefts and rights) |
| Wave quality | High quality |
| Best season | April to October (south swells) |
| Tide | All tides; sandbar-dependent |
| Consistency | Consistent through the season |
| Skill level | Intermediate |
| Crowds | Moderate; can get busy in peak season |
About This Break
Joaquina is one of Brazil’s most historic and recognizable surf breaks, located on the Atlantic side of Florianópolis, Santa Catarina. The main wave at the southern end of Praia da Joaquina is a sand-bottom left-hand semi-point, where shifting sandbars interact with the rocky Costão headland to produce long, powerful lefts. Farther along the beach, shifting peaks provide additional lefts and rights. Joaquina is unusually versatile: it picks up a lot of swell, works through a broad range of tides and can range from approachable small surf to heavy, hollow double-overhead waves.
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Local Knowledge
Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out.
Joaquina (Florianópolis): Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Joaquina?
Joaquina is an A-frame beach break near Florianópolis in Brazil. Its GPS coordinates are -27.6290, -48.4480.
When is the best time to surf Joaquina?
The best season to surf Joaquina is April to October (south swells). Tide: all tides; sandbar-dependent. Consistency: consistent through the season.
Is Joaquina good for beginners?
Not really. Joaquina is rated Intermediate, so it suits surfers who can already paddle out, read the lineup and take off on their own; beginners should start somewhere gentler. Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out.
Can you buy property near Joaquina?
Nothing is listed within 15 km of Joaquina right now, but there is 1 property for sale elsewhere in Brazil on International Surf Properties.
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