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Florianópolis
Galheta Beach
Praia da Galheta
Good for Relax
About
Galheta Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 19th place out of 238 beaches in the Santa Catarina region 12.3 km away from its center, the city of Florianopolis. It is one of the beaches of Fortaleza da Barra settlement, just 1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Galheta Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.
To get to the beach, you need to walk along a mountain trail about 500m long. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Prainha da Barra, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Galheta Beach (Santa Catarina) is located outside the Fortaleza da Barra settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"I had the privilege of exploring Praia da Galheta, the solitary nude beach in Florianpolis, Brazil, and it was an incredibly liberating experience. The sheer vastness of the beach is awe-inspiring, and the pristine waters are absolutely breathtaking. Although reaching the beach requires a bit of effort, including a hike, the journey is definitely worth it. Occasionally, you ..."
Daring Impressions
"Although the trail was challenging with overgrown bushes and steep, slippery gravel parts, the journey was worth it to reach the stunning beach with crystal-clear waters and big waves. It's important to note that there may be a mix of clothed and nude beach-goers."
Bia Golshanifar
User reviews
"I had the privilege of exploring Praia da Galheta, the solitary nude beach in Florianpolis, Brazil, and it was an incredibly liberating experience. The sheer vastness of the beach is awe-inspiring, and the pristine waters are absolutely breathtaking. Although reaching the beach requires a bit of effort, including a hike, the journey is definitely worth it. Occasionally, you ..."
Daring Impressions
"Although the trail was challenging with overgrown bushes and steep, slippery gravel parts, the journey was worth it to reach the stunning beach with crystal-clear waters and big waves. It's important to note that there may be a mix of clothed and nude beach-goers."
Bia Golshanifar
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What to do in Galheta Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Galheta Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Bar do Deca• 12 min walk
- Cosmopolitan Art Caf...• 13 min walk
- Restaurante Rancho d...• 13 min walk
- Restaurante Fedoca D...• 14 min walk
Attractions
- Pedra da bromélia• 8 min walk
- A Rocha• 11 min walk
- Trilha em Florianópo...• 13 min walk
- Mirante Ahau• 16 min walk
Transport
- FLN• 14.8km
- TITRI - Terminal de...• 9.7km
Localities
- Fortaleza da Barra• 1km
- Florianopolis• 12.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Galheta Beach?
The Galheta Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Galheta Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Galheta Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Galheta Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Is the Galheta Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
The waves in the Galheta Beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Galheta Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Galheta Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Galheta Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Galheta Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. 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:
- On the territory of the national park / reserve
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Galheta Beach?
Galheta Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Hiking adventurers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Galheta Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Galheta Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bar do Deca is the closest place located 1000 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Galheta Beach?
There are 937 places to stay in the Galheta Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Galheta Beach include:
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How far is the Galheta Beach from parking?
The Galheta Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a long descent.
Are there any attractions nearby Galheta Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Galheta Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pedra da bromélia located in 0.6 km. See the attractions section for details.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Galheta Beach (Santa Catarina) 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.Galheta Beach (Santa Catarina) 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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