Toninhas

Toninhas Beach is in central Ubatuba, on the north coast of São Paulo, next to the popular Praia Grande, about 1.5 km long and with very different characteristics on each side of the sand strip. The bottom is sand and the right end has smaller waves, good for those learning to surf, while the left side holds bigger, more challenging waves, generally a fast closeout that still offers a few sections for maneuvers when the swell comes from the east.

It is considered one of Ubatuba's most democratic beaches, with beginners and more experienced surfers sharing the same stretch on most days, and the crowd is usually moderate even on the best winter days, when plenty of empty sandbars are left over. The beach is home to the region's most traditional surf school, with full facilities for lessons and board or stand up paddle rental. It's worth watching out for rip currents on the left side on bigger sea days, and following the local lifeguards' guidance.