Brazilian surfer @maya has broken records surfing the world’s biggest waves. Now, she’s using her platform to drive change for marine ecosystems and advocate for cleaner oceans. We’re proud to recognize her as a #NatGeo33 honoree. Learn more about Maya and the Nat Geo 33 at the link in bio.
Maya Gabeira photographed by @paleyphoto in Nazaré, Portugal
In homage to our 33 founders, we’re proud to introduce the National Geographic 33—an initiative honoring a new generation of global trailblazers who are making a profound impact on conservation, science, policy, storytelling, and beyond.
How big are your dreams? Do they keep you up at night. Are you scared they won’t come true or scared that they will?
#MayaAndTheWave tells the story of a girl who dreamed that one day she would surf the biggest wave in the world. Her body, her mind, and society tried to stop her - but she never gave up.
@Maya Gabeira surfed the biggest wave a woman has ever surfed in Nazaré, Portugal, not once but twice.
Visit mayaandthewave.com to find showtimes and tickets.
#bigwavesurfing #womeninsports
Thank you @natgeo for such an honor and for recognizing my work in ocean conservation for the planet and humans in it💙Thank you @oceana and @unesco for all the science and knowledge you share with me and for amplifying my voice! Your voice matters too!!!!! #NatGeo33
Let us re-introduce @maya Gabeira from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil! In 2020, Maya made history by breaking the world record for the largest wave ever ridden by a female surfer - measuring an impressive 73.5 feet at Nazaré. Growing up by the sea, her deep-rooted connection to the ocean began at a young age and led her on a relentless journey of determination and courage. Maya has not only earned her place as a standout competitor but also as a fierce advocate for women in extreme sports.
Beyond her groundbreaking achievements and multiple Big Wave Awards, Maya uses her platform to protect our oceans as an ambassador for Oceana and UNESCO. 🌎💙 Her vibrant spirit inspires countless others, pushing the limits of what’s possible!
#bigwavesurfing #100footwave #nazare
Riding the Impossible: Maya Gabeira on Surviving and Conquering Nazaré’s Legendary Wave
Maya Gabeira holds the world record for the largest wave ever surfed by a woman. She set the record in Nazaré, Portugal, surfing a 73.5-foot wave in 2020, officially recognized by the Guinness World Records. But she was almost killed in this same location 4 years prior.
In this episode, Maya dives into her new documentary Maya and the Wave, where she recounts the harrowing experience of being taken down by one of the largest waves ever recorded off the coast of Portugal. She shares the fear, the recovery, and what it took to come back stronger, ultimately conquering that same wave and securing her place in surfing history.
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When strong and brave women come together we can change the world ! Only love for all the support @mayaandthewave is getting this tome around :) maybe next time is not our amazon red carpet i will be carrying around, but the REAL RED CARPET @theacademy
Obrigada @niyamasurf pela semana de surf e treinos nesse paraíso!!!! Quero voltar logo 💙 onda perfeita, agua quente sem crowd 😎 assim eu gosto … @niyamamaldives
I am in Indonesia, surfing all day + June is World Ocean Month, and I am celebrating the partnership between @Oceana and @Biossance , their NEW Limited Edition Copper Peptide Rapid Plumping Serum supports @Oceana ‘s marine conservation initiatives with 5% of proceeds donated to support their efforts. They just get me! Healthy skin and healthy oceans go hand in hand! My skin never felt so good! #biossancepartner @sephora@biossance
