About Pororoca
Pororoca is a legendary natural phenomenon occurring in the Amazon region, characterized by a powerful tidal bore that travels upstream in rivers. This event creates exceptionally long, surfable waves, attracting a unique crowd of wave enthusiasts. The experience is more about navigating this specific river wave rather than traditional ocean surfing or watersports. Access and conditions are tied to the tidal cycles, making it a truly extraordinary and ephemeral natural spectacle.
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Quick Facts
- Location
- 0.0009°N, 51.0597°W
- Spot Type
- River_mouth
- Water Temp
- 28.0°c
- Best Season
- Spring
- Wave Length
- 1000.0m
- Wave Quality
- Excellent
- Wind Conditions
- Variable
- Crowd Level
- Moderate
- Accessibility
- Difficult
- Hazards
- Strong currents, Debris, Sharks, River predators
- Sports Available
- Surf
- Best Tide
- High
- Swell Direction
- Any
- Best for
- Surf
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