Last Updated on December 15, 2022 by Helen E. White
Surely you have heard of the famous and beautiful beaches of Brazil, or it is even possible that a friend or family member has shown you the photos of the last trip they made to one of those paradisiacal places. Now it’s your turn to live the experience, to get to know them and to keep so many incomparable landscapes in your memory forever.
You will not doubt that the most beautiful beaches in Brazil are mandatory destinations for those who want to be aware of what the people, culture, roots and different natural environments are like there. So, prepare your suitcase to enter the spectacular spas of this country!
So without further ado, let’s start with the list of the best beaches in Brazil:
20 Best Beaches in Brazil
1. Porto de Galinhas (Recife)
Porto de Galinhas Beach, in Pernambuco, has everything you are looking for for a dream vacation in Brazil. Located just over an hour from the city of Recife, the place has been listed as one of the 10 best beaches in Brazil and has turquoise waters.
Among the services that it offers you, it is to ride in dune buggies, on horseback or foot, and water sports, such as swimming, water skiing, wakeboarding and jet-skiing, or diving in the reefs.
With regard to lodging, there are countless hotels and inns where you can rest, and when it comes to food, you will find countless places that will make you taste the diverse cuisine of this South American nation. Porto Galinhas is, without a doubt, one of the most important beaches in Brazil.
2. Rosa Beach (Santa Catarina)
Praia do Rosa is one of the 10 most beautiful bays in the world, with an official UNESCO seal. It is about 3 kilometers long and crescent-shaped.
As soon as you travel to Playa do Rosa, in Rio de Janeiro, you have to know that it offers you three areas to enjoy. You can find bars where you can drink some beer and eat shrimp, a perfect lake for children to play safely, and an area for surfers, due to the waves.
Other things you can do on one of the tropical beaches of Brazil are hiking and horseback riding. You will also have restaurant and inn services to make you feel completely comfortable.
3. Jericoacoara Beach (Ceara)
Jericoacoara is another of the beaches in Brazil that entered the list of the 10 most beautiful beaches in the world for being considered a paradise.
Going to this bay you will have the chance to surf, take boat rides, walk to Pedra Furada or take day trips by buggy to Lagoa Azul, Lagoa Paraíso or Lagoade Jijoca, which are 23 kilometers from Jericoacoara.
It would be best if you travel to Jericoacoara, one of Brazil’s warm-water beaches, between July and January so that the environment is conducive to water sports such as kayaking, snorkeling, and diving.
4. Sancho Bay (Fernando De Noronha Island)
Bahía do Sancho is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the Fernando de Noronha archipelago, and even one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil. Accessing it is a bit complicated, although it has fairly calm waves.
If you don’t know what to do in Brazil, venture to Bahía do Sancho: in your vehicle, you can get close to the stairs that go down to the beach. On the other hand, if you go on foot, the walk will take approximately 30 minutes and you will have to do it along the coast from Bahía dos Golfinhos.
When you get to the stairs that take you to Bahía do Sancho you must be careful, as it is quite steep and they are not in the best condition. This beach is excellent for diving.
5. Copacabana Beach (Rio De Janeiro)
There is no doubt that Copacabana is the most famous beach in Rio de Janeiro and all of Brazil. You won’t be short of places to stay in Copacabana, because the largest number of hotels and inns in Rio de Janeiro are concentrated there; It is also the beach in Brazil with the most atmosphere.
The most famous restaurants will be waiting for you, as well as the kiosks near the spa. You will find courts to play volleyball, paddle, soccer and futevoley, exercise facilities and even a bike path that crosses the Paseo Marítimo and where fun bike tours are sometimes made.
Copacabana is one of the tourist beaches in Brazil and a place that you absolutely must visit when traveling to the South American nation.
6. Campeche Beach (Florianopolis)
Campeche is for many the best beach in Florianopolis, Brazil. It is a nature reserve one kilometer from the coast that has abundant vegetation, excellent soil on its west side and a lot of beauty.
Although it is among the most important beaches in Brazil, it is strictly accessed by boat or boat from the pier of Armaçao, a fishing town. When you arrive in Campeche you will have the possibility of diving or taking one of the trekking excursions. It is one of the best destinations in Brazil because it is unique in the world.
7. Brava Beach (Buzios)
Fun and total relaxation can be found on the two beaches that make up Playa Brava.
First, you can enjoy the adrenaline of the strong waves, perfect for surfers. This is not one of the accessible beaches in Brazil, it is a bit difficult to get to and it is not very frequented by visitors.
On the second beach called Bravinha, you can practice diving, kayaking, and golf since there is a field very close. Also, you will have the possibility to visit the boardwalk and Rua das Pedras on various walks and eco-tourism tours.
In the surroundings of the spa, you will find several restaurants and bars. However, to find lodging you must go to the town of Búzios, about 10 minutes by car or half an hour on foot, where there are several hotels.
8. Morro de Sao Paulo (Bahia)
Located just over two hours by catamaran from the city of Salvador de Bahía is the island of Tinharé, one of the most touristic beaches in Brazil. Full of nature, on its north shore is Morro de Sao Paulo beach, surrounded by an old fishing village.
There, in the middle of nature, the small and humble houses of the natives coexist with sophisticated bars, restaurants and hotels for all tastes.
The spa is ideal for activities such as surfing and banana boating, as well as for practicing volleyball, and soccer, among other sports, such as zip-lining.
Morro de São Paulo is famous for its parties throughout the year in the different clubs that are located near the beach and on the island.
9. Espelho Beach (Bay)
Do Espelho Beach is one of the exotic beaches in Brazil and is located in the town of Bahia, just over an hour and a half from the city of Porto Seguro.
The spa is surrounded by coral reefs and you will be able to capture the best photographs of the beaches of Brazil. In the bay, in addition to swimming, you will have the possibility of diving.
On the way to this Brazilian tourist destination, you will find various food places to enjoy from fresh fried fish to stews of various flavors, as well as hotels and inns to spend some time resting with all the comforts.
10. Love Beach (Natal)
Are you looking for a place to rest with your partner? You must visit Playa do Amor, located in the town of Tibau do Sul, which is located less than two hours from the city of Natal.
Amor is from the tropical beaches in Brazil and is famous for its heart shape, which can be seen from the cliffs that surround it.
It is a perfect place for surf lovers. It offers a wide range of activities such as buggy rides, fishing and others. Here you can find bars and restaurants with mouth-watering cuisine with a delicious cuisine based on fish and fruits of the ocean.
11. Madeiro Beach (Rio Grande Do Norte)
One of the beaches most loved by tourists is Playa do Madeiro as it offers foreigners a place to take a great sunbath, soft sand, warm and calm waters of an emerald green color, and many carp. In addition, water sports will not be lacking, so if you love to surf, kayak, and stand-up paddle, this will be the ideal place.
To go to Madeiro you just have to take the main street between Cacimbinhas and Dolphin Bay, near the Ecological Sanctuary and access one of the stairs. Do not miss the opportunity to swim there as it is one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil!
12. Castelhanos Bay (Sao Paulo)
Castelhanos Bay is made up of 1.5 kilometers of extension full of light sand, open sea, blue waters and a viewpoint called Canto del Gato.
Castelhanos is surrounded by kiosks, bars and restaurants, and offers the possibility of surfing, and doing other routes from it, such as Cascada del Gato.
The main access is by a 22-kilometer road that cuts through the Atlantic Forest flora of the Ilhabela State Park, so you need a 4×4 vehicle, a motorcycle or a bicycle to enter. Another way to get there is by boat or ferry. Don’t miss out on one of the beautiful beaches in Brazil!
13. Ipanema Beach (Rio de Janeiro)
When you are looking for a sophisticated, clean, safe beach surrounded by natural beauty, all you have to do is prepare yourself to go to Ipanema, in Porto Alegre. In it you should not stop walking along the promenade, visiting the bars and restaurants around, and take your camera to capture all the wonderful details of the place.
In this corner of the Brazilian paradise, there is no lack of nightlife, the practice of different sports and exercises, as well as bathrooms, showers and first aid services.
Located next to Copacabana Beach, Ipanema is one of the most famous beaches in Brazil and is the most expensive in Rio de Janeiro, so you should keep this in mind on your next visit.
14. Pipa Beach (Natal)
Pipa Beach, in Maicedo, is located in the small town of Pipa and is a good place for tourism in Brazil.
This coast, one of the paradisiacal beaches in Brazil, is distinguished by its cliffs, its slightly reddish sand and its international “fame”. If you decide to go to Playa Pipa, you will have a small center with options to eat and even to have a drink in one of the bars.
If you want your stay to be a little longer, nearby there are hotels like the Kilombo Villa & Spa, one of the most sophisticated places where you can stay, and also the Toca da Coruja, one of the first inns in the area.
15. Gunga Beach (Maceio)
On your trip to Brazil, if you go to Playa Gunga, you will want to stay in that little paradise until the last ray of sun goes down.
It is located in Alagoas, a few kilometers from the capital of Maiceio, and you can go there by car, along the AL 101 south, or by boat through Barra de São Miguel; the trip takes about an hour.
While there, be sure to use a buggy or quad to access the cliffs. Nor do you repress the experience of paragliding, flyboarding, or water skiing, among other activities. It could be said that it is one of the beaches for young people in Brazil. Here try to handle everything you can in cash since in many places they do not work with cards.
16. Joao Fernandes Beach (Rio De Janeiro)
In Búzios, the most knowledgeable recommend going to Joao Fernandes beach. To arrive you must take a boat that will take you to the place located very close to Cabo Frio.
The turquoise water, the little waves and simply the sound of nature make Joao Fernandes one of the quiet beaches in Brazil. However, remember that it is a place where not all services arrive, although in the town of Búzios you can stay or simply be served.
17. Pontal do Maracaipe (Pernambuco)
Brazil and its beaches have many destinations to entertain you, and Pontal de Maracaipe is an incomparable place where surfing prevails.
It is one of the most beautiful beaches in Porto de Galinhas and one of the safest beaches in Brazil, although on weekends it is visited by many young people who go to practice water sports. It has also been the venue for several Brazilian ranking championships for many years.
You can get to Pontal de Maracaipe on foot from Porto de Galinhas, walking parallel to the ocean for about a kilometer and then going down to the beach; from Maracaipe the walk takes about 30 minutes. It is also possible to travel by car, but it will depend on how the tide is.
18. Foca Beach (Buzios)
Playa da Foca is a small place located in Búzios, approximately 50 meters long and with a thin edge of the sand.
Being one of the virgin beaches of Brazil, it has difficult access since the easiest way to get there is by sea, so the ideal thing would be that when you go to visit you take a boat or boat that makes walks or excursions towards this site.
In case you want to take the route that is done on foot, you must do it through a path that is not marked.
19. Ferradura Beach (Rio De Janeiro)
Ferradura Beach gets its name from the horseshoe shape it represents and is one of the wildest beaches in Brazil. It is quite large, approximately 1,500 meters long. Ferradura Beach is because it is surrounded by luxurious mansions and is very visited by politicians and famous figures of the country.
It is one of the best beaches in Brazil to go with the family and have a great time; Do not forget to try a good fresh fish in one of the local restaurants, and if you are interested, take one of the banana boats or boat rides so that your experience is complete. If you visit it you will not be able to deny that Ferradura is one of the 10 best beaches in Búzios.
20. Laoinha do Leste Beach (Santa Catarina)
Almost 30 kilometers from the center of the city of Florianopolis, Lagoinha do Leste Beach is hidden among the vegetation. It is one of the deserted and very quiet beaches, which is located in the middle of the Atlantic forest.
When you go to this beautiful place you must take with you everything you need because there is no place to buy something to eat or drink; Carrying plenty of water will be vital for you.
This is not one of the accessible beaches in Brazil. Access is difficult and can only be done on foot through two paths that last between one and three hours each, from Praia do Pântano do Sul or Praia do Matadeiro.
21. Geriba Beach (Rio De Janeiro)
One of the largest beaches in Búzios is Geribá, approximately 2 kilometers long and also one of the most frequented. The open sea and its rough waters allow the practice of water sports such as windsurfing and kitesurfing.
In the surroundings of Geribá beach, there are various bars, restaurants, pizzerias and other establishments where electronic music reigns. There you will have the possibility to choose between varied gastronomy. Geribá is one of the family beaches in Brazil and has many inns for you to rest, some of which have views and access to the sea.
22. Ossos Beach (Buzios)
When you are in Playa Dos Ossos and see the landscape, you will think that you are looking at a postcard that recommends what to visit in Brazil. It is located between the beaches of Armação and Azeda and owes its name to the whale bones that were found there. To get there you must take a water taxi that will make the journey a unique moment, or walk.
You will be able to visit the famous Church of Sant’Anna, the first religious construction in Búzios, as well as the Iate Clube. Do not forget to take your camera to record all the beauty of Dos Ossos, one of the calm water beaches in Brazil.
23. Carneiros Beach (Recife)
Lie down on the sand of Playa de Carneiros, let the breeze cover you and forget about everything that weighs you down! It is located in Tamandaré, 58 kilometers south of Porto de Galinhas, almost on the border with Alagoas.
Its location and the fact that the entire area belongs to the same family -and now to some investors- makes access difficult since you have to go through some security checkpoints.
It is one of the virgin beaches of Brazil. This resort was recently chosen as one of the ten most beautiful beaches in the country. You will not lack lodging and food services in this place.
Brazil: More Than You Expect
Probably among your next destinations will be a beach in Brazil, the one that best suits your characteristics and needs. Whether you venture to São Paulo, Fernando de Noronha, Búzios, Pernambuco, Porto Alegre or Rio de Janeiro, you should not forget to make the most of each location.
It is not only about enjoying the sun and the sand, but about seeing what else it has to offer: history, culture, national cuisine, and activities, among other things. So don’t waste another minute and organize your trip to go to the famous beaches of Brazil.