Surfing at Ubatuba (Praia Grande), São Paulo, Brazil
São Paulo, Brazil·Beach break

Surf Lessons in Ubatuba (Praia Grande)

Ubatuba (Praia Grande) is a great place to learn how to surf. The waves here are great for beginners — mellow waves and sandy bottom, making it ideal for your first time or to improve your skills.

Today's Conditions

Full forecast
Waves

Waist to chest-high

7s period

Wind

5 kph

NW

Water Temp

27°C

Warm — boardshorts OK

Surf Rating

9.5/10

Great day to surf

Surfing at Ubatuba (Praia Grande)

We don't have instructors listed at Ubatuba (Praia Grande) yet, but this spot is worth knowing about. The waves here are beginner-friendly — if you bring your own board or rent locally, it's a great place to practice.

Best tide

low, mid

Best wind

West, Northwest

Best swell

South, Southeast, East

About surfing in Ubatuba (Praia Grande)

Ubatuba (Praia Grande) is a beach break located in São Paulo, Brazil. It's one of the friendliest spots in the area for people learning to surf — expect mellow, forgiving waves and a sandy bottom that's easy on your feet.

Ubatuba (Praia Grande) is a beginner-friendly beach break located in São Paulo, Brazil. This welcoming spot offers gentle, forgiving waves ideal for first-time surfers and those building confidence on a board. Best on South and Southeast swells with West/Northwest offshore winds, it provides a safe and enjoyable learning environment with consistent, manageable waves.

What to bring

The water is warm here — boardshorts or a rashguard are usually enough. Most instructors provide the board and everything you need.

Know before you go — Ubatuba (Praia Grande)

Here's what you should know about surfing at Ubatuba (Praia Grande) — conditions, timing, and practical stuff.

The waves

Ubatuba (Praia Grande) is a beach break. The waves break gently over sand, which makes it forgiving when you fall. Perfect for first-timers.

Best conditions

  • Tide: low, mid
  • Wind: West, Northwest
  • Swell: South, Southeast, East
See today's forecast

When to go

Ubatuba (Praia Grande) has surfable waves most of the year. Check the forecast to pick the best day for your visit. Right now the water is warm at 27°C.

Ready to try Ubatuba (Praia Grande)?

Whether you're a complete beginner or want to improve your technique, a local instructor makes all the difference.

Looking for surf lessons in Ubatuba (Praia Grande), São Paulo, Brazil? Surfer Worldwide helps you find local instructors who know this spot inside out. São Paulo is a popular surf destination with consistent waves and a welcoming surf community. Check live conditions, compare instructors, and discover what to do in the area.

¿Buscas clases de surf en Ubatuba (Praia Grande), São Paulo, Brazil? En Surfer Worldwide puedes encontrar instructores locales certificados que conocen este spot mejor que nadie. São Paulo es un destino popular para surfear con olas consistentes y una comunidad de surfistas acogedora. Consulta las condiciones en vivo, compara instructores y descubre qué hacer en la zona.