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Sao Goncalo Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 234th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 145.1 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Tarituba settlement, just 2.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Sao Goncalo Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia do Cao Morto, which has a rating of 8.
Sao Goncalo Beach is located in Rio de Janeiro within Tarituba, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, 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.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Tarituba 1.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Tarituba 4.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque, Easy access
Tarituba 4.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Tarituba 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Tarituba 1.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Mambucaba 2.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Mambucaba 0.3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Mambucaba 2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Paraty 8.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Paraty 7.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Mambucaba 4.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Paraty 5.6 km
What to do in Sao Goncalo Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Sao Goncalo Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Sao Goncalo Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Sao Goncalo Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
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The Sao Goncalo 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.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sao Goncalo Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Sao Goncalo Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Sao Goncalo Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are some boats in the bay.
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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
The region of the Sao Goncalo Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The bar is located right on the Sao Goncalo Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Quiosque Casa Rosada is the closest place located 4500 meters from the beach.
There are 95 places to stay in the Sao Goncalo Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Sao Goncalo Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Sao Goncalo 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.
There are 4 attractions near Sao Goncalo Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Ilha Record located in 0.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Sao Goncalo Beach is January. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 22°C and water 23°C. See more details in weather section.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
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