the swells from the south and southeast are the best proportioned, making long rights towards the point known as 'pontao,' primarily during autumn and winter - however as leblon offers one of the best options for surf in zona sul, the beach is often visited throughout the whole year.

in the surf world of rio de janeiro, the surf spot known as pontão do leblon is an excellent option for surfers who like big waves and the phenomenon known as 'tow in,' where surfers can catch faster using an artificial technique that goes beyond the simple hand paddle.