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Daniela-Forte Beach
Praia da Daniela-Forte
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Daniela-Forte Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 147th place out of 238 beaches in the Santa Catarina region 17.5 km away from its center, the city of Florianopolis. It is one of the beaches of Ratones settlement, just 7.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.
It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright 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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Daniela-Forte Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
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.
8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Jurere, which has a rating of 8.4.
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Daniela-Forte Beach (Santa Catarina) is located outside the Ratones 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 and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Daniela-Forte Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., 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
"The trail to the beach is highly recommended! While the view from the highest point is not a full 360°, about 35% of it, the walk is enjoyable and easy, even in flip-flops, and suitable for children 11 years and older. It's suggested to park at Praia do Forte and ask the waiters at the bars where the trail starts (below) to Praia da Daniela. Once you arrive at Praia da Danie..."
Lana ASH
"The trail can be challenging, especially after rain. I encountered a lot of mud and slippery spots. It's best to wear old shoes if you plan on hiking this beach trail to avoid getting too dirty."
Carina Gomez
User reviews
"The trail to the beach is highly recommended! While the view from the highest point is not a full 360°, about 35% of it, the walk is enjoyable and easy, even in flip-flops, and suitable for children 11 years and older. It's suggested to park at Praia do Forte and ask the waiters at the bars where the trail starts (below) to Praia da Daniela. Once you arrive at Praia da Danie..."
Lana ASH
"The trail can be challenging, especially after rain. I encountered a lot of mud and slippery spots. It's best to wear old shoes if you plan on hiking this beach trail to avoid getting too dirty."
Carina Gomez
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Daniela-Forte Beach?
The coastline of Daniela-Forte Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Daniela-Forte Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Daniela-Forte Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Daniela-Forte 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.
Daniela-Forte Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. 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 Daniela-Forte Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Daniela-Forte 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 sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Daniela-Forte Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Daniela-Forte 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 occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Daniela-Forte Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Daniela-Forte Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Daniela-Forte Beach?
There are 1635 places to stay in the Daniela-Forte Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Daniela-Forte Beach include:
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How far is the Daniela-Forte Beach from parking?
The Daniela-Forte Beach 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.
Are there any attractions nearby Daniela-Forte Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Daniela-Forte Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia de Daniela located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Daniela-Forte 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.Daniela-Forte 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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