Barra Vento 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: Barra Vento is a fickle surf spot that only works a few times a year. 5: Reliable year-round spot).

(1: Barra Vento is usually very poor quality compared to other spots in Brazil - North Bahia. 5: the best break in Brazil - North Bahia).

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

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

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

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

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

(1: Getting to Barra Vento 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).