Ilha do Mel
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Very ease to access and has a nice vibe. Being in an protected island, without cars, makes you feel more relaxed and in the mood to soul surfing.
Additional Info:
There are 3 spots at the island: Praia de Fora, Praia Grande and Paralelas (rock bottom, less frequent).
Location
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Reach the city of Curitiba (4 hours from Sao Paulo). 1,5 hour by car to Pontal do Sul and 30 minutes by boat to the island.
| Walk | Short walk (5-15 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Sandy |
| Power | Fun |
| Frequency | Regular (100 days/year) |
| Normal length | Short (<50m) |
| Good day length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | SouthWest |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - 10ft+ |
| Tide | All tides |
| Tide movement | Don't know |
Crowd
| Week | Few surfers |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Crowded |
Dangers
Localism
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Pico de Matinhos
2.35 miles away
| Direction: | Right |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
Farolete
17.58 miles away
| Direction: | Left |
| Bottom: | Flat rocks |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
Balneário Costa azul
23.66 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |