Stella Maris
Stella Maris is a popular beach break located just northeast of Salvador in Bahia, Brazil. The spot offers multiple peaks with both lefts and rights, working best on medium southeast swells and light ...
Stella Maris surf guide
Skill Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Direction
both
Reef Type
Sand
Swell Window
April–September
Wave Type
Punchy, Fast
Best Wind
NW
Best Tide
Rising, High, Falling
Crowd
Stella Maris gets very crowded on weekends and holidays, especially in the mornings. Weekdays and early afternoons are generally less busy.
Vibe
Lively and local-heavy
Local Tips
- •Arrive early to avoid crowds, Watch your belongings on the beach, Respect locals and surf etiquette, Check for strong currents before paddling out, Try local food stalls post-surf
Hazards
Strong CurrentsCrowded LineupSubmerged RocksShorebreak
- •Beware of strong rip currents especially at mid to low tide
- •Watch out for crowded lineups on weekends
- •Occasional submerged rocks near the shore
- •Shorebreak can be heavy after storms
Current Conditions
Conditions snapshot
4:30 PM
Water: 26°C
Waves
1.0mWaist–Chest
Period
6.82sVery short
Wind
7 km/hSide-Offshore
Tide
2.018m
Low · 12:05High · 18:06
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Location & Access
Access Information
Parking is close to the main peaks, with well-marked beach access points and facilities nearby.
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