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Calheta de São Miguel
Porto Calheta
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Porto Calheta is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 59th place out of 62 beaches in the Cape Verde region 31.3 km away from its center, the city of Praia. It is one of the beaches of Calheta de Sao Miguel settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and black sand & pebble cover, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Porto Calheta coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Blanca, which has a rating of 6.7.
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Porto Calheta is located in Cape Verde within Calheta de Sao Miguel, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Santiago island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
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7.5km
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Calheta de Sao Miguel
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7.8km from center
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10.4km
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10.4km from center
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18.7km
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Calheta de Sao Miguel
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18.3km from center
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19.3km
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Calheta de Sao Miguel
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19.7km from center
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19.6km
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Calheta de Sao Miguel
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20km from center
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19.7km
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20km from center
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Beach surroundings
Transport
- RAI• 29.6km
Localities
- Calheta de Sao Migue...• 440m
- Praia• 31.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Porto Calheta?
Porto Calheta has a golden sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Porto Calheta?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Porto Calheta, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Porto Calheta good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.
Porto Calheta is partially protected from waves.
There are some boats in the bay.
Is the Porto Calheta good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Porto Calheta secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Porto Calheta?
The bar is located right on the Porto Calheta.
What is the closest accommodation to the Porto Calheta?
There are 14 places to stay in the Porto Calheta area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Porto Calheta include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Porto Calheta from parking?
The Porto Calheta has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
What is the best time of the year to visit Porto Calheta?
The month with the highest temperature in Porto Calheta is September. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 23°C and water 23°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Porto Calheta (Cape Verde) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Porto Calheta (Cape Verde) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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