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Praia de Calhetas
Good for Relax
About
Praia de Calhetas is in the 3th place out of 182 beaches in the Sao Paulo region 117.6 km away from its center, the city of Sao Paulo. It is one of the beaches of Toque-Toque Pequeno settlement, just 2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views.
It is a short straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and golden 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.
Praia de Calhetas coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling.
Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Pauba, which has a rating of 8.7.
Weather
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+26.4
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+24.8
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Air temperature
3
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Wind
+28.3
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Water temperature
1.3
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Wave height
Key features
Beach overall scores
Praia de Calhetas (Sao Paulo) is located outside the Toque-Toque Pequeno 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 Praia de Calhetas with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance.
User reviews
"If I analyze the place, it's perfect. Isolated beach, calm sea but with some stones (watch out for the right corner). It has a good stretch of sand that, although small, is very clean. Atlantic forest all around, perfect. As it is a more isolated beach, I believe that an infrastructure to accommodate the cars would be better because we had to stop far away and go on foot and..."
Talita Silva
"Beautiful beach, it is inside a condominium, the only undesirable thing is that the vehicle is on the side of the highway, apart from that there is a short walk to the condominium entrance and then a descent with beautiful trees until you reach the very beautiful beach, it is worth it on the way back, go to the waterfall inside the very beautiful condominium.
It is a beach w..."
David Gregorio
User reviews
"If I analyze the place, it's perfect. Isolated beach, calm sea but with some stones (watch out for the right corner). It has a good stretch of sand that, although small, is very clean. Atlantic forest all around, perfect. As it is a more isolated beach, I believe that an infrastructure to accommodate the cars would be better because we had to stop far away and go on foot and..."
Talita Silva
"Beautiful beach, it is inside a condominium, the only undesirable thing is that the vehicle is on the side of the highway, apart from that there is a short walk to the condominium entrance and then a descent with beautiful trees until you reach the very beautiful beach, it is worth it on the way back, go to the waterfall inside the very beautiful condominium.
It is a beach w..."
David Gregorio
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- Perfect for swimming
- Depth increase - smooth
- Protected from waves - some areas
- Boats near the beach - very few
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What to do in Praia de Calhetas? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
When it comes to what to do in Praia de Calhetas, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
Beach surroundings
Transport
- UBT• 62.8km
- Terminal De Ônibus D...• 10.7km
- Estudantes• 76.1km
Localities
- Toque-Toque Pequeno• 2km
- Sao Paulo• 117.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Praia de Calhetas?
The coastline of Praia de Calhetas is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun.
What are the key activities at Praia de Calhetas?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia de Calhetas, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Praia de Calhetas is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Snorkeling
Is the Praia de Calhetas good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Praia de Calhetas is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Praia de Calhetas for swimming is very positive.
Is the Praia de Calhetas 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 Praia de Calhetas secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Praia de Calhetas 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.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia de Calhetas?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia de Calhetas.
How far is the Praia de Calhetas from parking?
The Praia de Calhetas has no parking spot and you have to overcome a small descent.
What is the best time of the year to visit Praia de Calhetas?
The month with the highest temperature in Praia de Calhetas is January. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 22°C and water 22°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Praia de Calhetas (Sao Paulo) 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.Praia de Calhetas (Sao Paulo) 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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