Areias Reviews and Ratings

(1 star: Even when the swell and winds are optimum, the waves are poor quality, 5 stars: If conditions are right, the waves will be World Class).

(1: Areias is a fickle surf spot that only works a few times a year. 5: Reliable year-round spot).

(1: Areias is usually very poor quality compared to other spots in Portugal - Azores - Ilha de San Miguel. 5: the best break in Portugal - Azores - Ilha de San Miguel).

(1: Suitable for Groms. 3: Intermediates. 5: Expert tow-in surfers only).

(1: even a light onshore ruins the surf. 5: Areias can offer better rides with a light wind behind them).

(1: If wind or tide conditions are poor at Areias, it will be poor everywhere nearby. 5: other locations nearby provide a rich variety of wind and swell exposures).

(1: An unsuitable spot. 5: Wind and wave conditions at Areias are often excellent).

(1: Known health risks from pollution. 5: Never any pollution).

(1: Often too crowded. 5: Areias is an isolated spot where you are unlikely to meet other surfers).

(1: Getting to Areias requires an overland expedition or chartering a boat. 3: A 30 minute walk from the nearest parking. 5: Park a vehicle right by the break).

(1: An ugly industrial backdrop. 5: A spectacular setting).

(1: Locals are hostile to visitors. 5: Either there are no locals who surf, or else they are accommodating and friendly).

(1: Nothing can be sourced, not even wax. 5: Quality surfing equipment can be purchased or hired. Major repairs can be fixed too).