Discover the paradisiacal beaches of Brazil

Beach adventures for every taste – from tranquility to hustle and bustle on Brazil's coasts

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Praia dos Carneiros and Tamandaré in Pernambuco - [© Hans von Manteuffel | Instagram (@hans_fotos)]

The Brazilian beaches offer everything from peace and quiet to adventure. Majestic coconut palms and bright skies frame the scenery. The fine white to golden-yellow sandy beaches shine with each other. The water is crystal clear or turquoise blue and clean.

The coast of Brazil stretches over around 8,000 km of sandy beaches. In this country of skimpy bikinis and ice-cold caipirinhas, you can discover more than 2,000 beaches and bays. This is also where Copacabana, probably the most famous beach in the world, is located.
But if you reduce Brazil's beaches to just the glamorous Copacabana, you're missing out on a lot. According to the "Travellers' Choice Awards", the "Baía do Sancho" bay is considered the most beautiful beach in the world. It is located in the island paradise of Fernando de Noronha, 350 km from Recife.

Many Brazilians are convinced: The most beautiful beaches are in the northeast of the country. My personal insider tip is Praia dos Carneiros in Tamandaré!

BEACH OF CARNEIROS

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Praia dos Carneiros and Tamandaré in Pernambuco-[© Hans von Manteuffel]

The beach is one of the most beautiful in Brazil. A rustic church stands among the coconut palms. The white sand and clear water are spectacular.

Porto de Galinhas

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Porto de Galinhas and coral reefs - [© H. Manteuffel]

A picture-book landscape: the white sand is fine-grained and the water is turquoise-blue and clean. There are many bars, boutiques and an active nightlife.

Fernando do Noronha Island

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Baia do Sanches, Fernando de Noronha Island - [© Reuber Duarte]

The beach was named the world's most beautiful for the fourth time in the Travellers' Choice Awards. This island paradise offers a unique experience.


CITY BEACH BOA VIAGEM

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Boa Viagem beach in Recife - [© Hans von Manteuffel]

Its name is auspicious, as it means ‘have a good trip’. Many call it the most beautiful city beach in the world. There is never a dull moment here.

The Island of Santo Aleixo

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Ilha de Santo Aleixo off Barra de Sirinhaém - [© Hans v. Manteuffel]

The island of Santo Aleixo is a paradisiacal and perfect place for those who enjoy spending time on a Robinson island in harmony with nature.

ISLAND ITAMARACÁ

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Iamaraca Island with Coroa de Avião sandbank - [© Hans v. Manteuffel]

The singer-songwriter Reginaldo Rossi sings: Itamaracá is an enchanted island; island of dreams, light and colors, paradise is Itamaracá.


FROM RIO FORMOSO TO CARNEIROS BEACH

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Chapel of São Benedito on Carneiros Beach - [© Zarpo | g1.globo.com]

From Rio Formoso, you take a fishing boat through mangrove forests. You pass historical rocks and reach Praia dos Carneiros.