Surf camp Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Surf camp Rio de Janeiro is located in the small surf village of Saquarema, only 1.5 hours away from the city centre of Rio de Janeiro. The closeness to Rio makes airport transfer easy and gives you the opportunity to both surf and explore the mythic carnival city.

Once a small fishermans village today Saquarema is touted as the Brazilian “surf capital”. With intensive and year round consistent Atlantic swells, the surrounding coastline offer some of the best surfing conditions in all of South America. Operating in an area of 200 km of tropical white sand beaches and rock formations the surf camp can offer an incredible diversity of surf breaks, from small forgiving waves perfect for beginners to giant waves challenging for experienced surfers.

Besides world class surfing the area has lots of other things to offer. For adrenalin addicts: hang gliding, paragliding, rafting, kite surf and diving. For the nature lovers: trekking in cloud rain forest, swimming in waterfalls, horse back riding etc. Guests can also experience the Brazilian culture by trying Capoeira, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Samba or relaxing with local forms of Yoga and Massage (optionals).

This is without a doubt is one of the most beautiful regions of the country with awesome beaches, waterfalls, dunes, mountains and valleys covered by the Rain Forest, populations of migrating Humpback whales and other animals.

There are a few lively bars in Saquarema were surfers and travellers hang out, and there is always the possibility to catch a taxi to Cabo Frio, Búzios or Rio de Janeiro for some more hard core partying!

Both the air and water temperatures are amazing year round. In the summer (October to March) you can enjoy tropical waters with an average water temperature of 27º C and gentle waves of 1 to 8 ft. The winter season is slightly colder with average water temperatures of 23º C, but is also the best surf for experienced surfers with great swells (2-15 ft).

The surf school usually holds class at Saquarema beach just in front of the surf camp. But the surf instructors do also take into account the daily whether conditions and the level of surfers when the lessons are planned, meaning that the surf school can move to the most suitable beach of the day or even into the lagoon (on really big days).

All surf instructors are certified by the Brazilian Surf Confederacy and speak Portuguese, English and Italian. We guarantee that after one week of surf school the complete beginner will be able to surf and the experienced surfer will have improved greatly.

The following is included in the surf school package:

• Airport transfer (for stays of min 7 nights)
• Accommodation at the surf camp – standard or upgraded
• 3 hour surf lessons per day, 5 days per week.
• All surf equipment needed
• Brazilian Breakfast

Surfari is a great option for more experienced surfers and intermediate surfers that desire to acquire advanced surf skills. Every day there is a different swell, a different wind etc. This doesn't matter if you book a surfari. Every day you will be accompanied by a professional local surf guide who will show you the best breaks of the area. All surf guides have years of experience and include big riders such as the vice champion of South America giant waves.

With an operation area of approx. 200 km of the most exuberant shoreline of the Rio de Janeiro state, there are lots of different surf spots to be explored. Your surf guide can always find a spot suiting your experience and preference, including extensive lefts and tubular and powerful rights. You will visit famous spots such as Itaúna, Vila, Massambaba, Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio. But there are also many “secret spots”, spots that just a very few locals know, where your guide can give you access.

The following is included in the surfari:

• Airport transfer (for stays of min 7 nights)
• Accommodation at the surf camp – standard or upgraded
• Surfaris with a local guide, every day of your stay
• Transfer to the best surf spot of the day
• All surf equipment needed
• Brazilian Breakfast

The accommodation we offer is located at Itaúna beach. Depending on your preferences we can offer you two different types of accommodation, standard or upgraded.

The Standard accommodation is in a charming surf house where you can breath sports, only 100 meters away from the beach. Decorated with wood boards the surf house can host a maximum of 10 people in two shared bedrooms (2 and 4 beds) and two private couple's bedrooms, all with private baths. The shared kitchen is fully equiped and offers a lot of facilities like cable TV, Internet, bikes. After surf you can relax in a hammock area in a beautiful tropical garden.

Upgraded accommodation is offered in the form of a beach front Pousada located just in front of one of the best surf spots in Brazil. The Posada is a very charming Brazilian colonial old style in with a VIP-feeling. Internet connections is available for all guests . You will get your beachfront double/ twin our triple room with private bathroom. An incredible breakfast is included that will give you the necessary energy for the most challenging surf sessions.

Arrival to the area is easily done by air. Rio de Janeiro international airport, Galeão–Antonio Carlos Jobim (Air port code : GIG) is a major air hub and has several daily connections with all major American and European cities. Check with your local travel agency to find a good deal from your hometown.

When you arrive at the airport a staff members will meet you and give you a ride to the surf camp. Upon departure you will get a ride back to the airport.

If you have already spent a few days in Rio de Janeiro or if you arrive by bus from another city, you can also be picked up at an agreed spot in the city centre. Whether you arrive by air, by bus or already stay in Rio it is only about 1.30 minute drive to the surf camp