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Garatucaia Beach
Praia de Garatucaia
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About
Garatucaia Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 71th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 97.3 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Conceicao de Jacarei settlement, just 1.3 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 spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, 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.
Garatucaia Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. 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, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Garatucaia, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Garatucaia Beach is located in Rio de Janeiro within Conceicao de Jacarei, 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 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.
User reviews
"This beach is truly remarkable! The water in certain areas is so warm, calm, and crystal clear. I can't wait to return and experience it all over again!"
Santonielle Faela
"The location is amazing. The scenery is breathtaking, and the natural swimming area is incredible because you can observe various fish species. The water may be chilly, but the experience is definitely worth it."
Matia Jafoni
User reviews
"This beach is truly remarkable! The water in certain areas is so warm, calm, and crystal clear. I can't wait to return and experience it all over again!"
Santonielle Faela
"The location is amazing. The scenery is breathtaking, and the natural swimming area is incredible because you can observe various fish species. The water may be chilly, but the experience is definitely worth it."
Matia Jafoni
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Conceicao de Jacarei 0.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Conceicao de Jacarei 2.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Conceicao de Jacarei 1.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Conceicao de Jacarei 1.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Conceicao de Jacarei 2.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Conceicao de Jacarei 4.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Mangaratiba 7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Freguesia de Santana 4.8 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Mangaratiba 5.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Freguesia de Santana 6.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Conceicao de Jacarei 7.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright fine sand
Praia do U 0.7 km
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 Garatucaia Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Garatucaia 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.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Café Bar• 19 min walk
- Bar Sol & Mar• 19 min walk
- Quiosque Diva e Maur...• 20 min walk
- Quiosque da Baiana• 20 min walk
Attractions
- Piscina oceanica• 4 min walk
- Waterfall Slide• 24 min walk
- Garatucaia beach• 2.4km
- Praia de Garatucaia• 2.5km
Transport
- SNZ• 45.5km
- Rodovia Procurador H...• 29 min walk
- Santa Cruz• 49.5km
Localities
- Conceicao de Jacarei• 1.3km
- Rio de Janeiro• 97.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Garatucaia Beach?
The coastline of Garatucaia 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 Garatucaia Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Garatucaia 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.
Is the Garatucaia Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Garatucaia Beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Garatucaia Beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Garatucaia Beach 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 and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Garatucaia Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Garatucaia 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 beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Garatucaia Beach?
The bar is located right on the Garatucaia Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Café Bar is the closest place located 1500 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Garatucaia Beach?
There are 281 places to stay in the Garatucaia Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Garatucaia Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Garatucaia Beach from parking?
The Garatucaia 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 Garatucaia Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Garatucaia Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Piscina oceanica located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Garatucaia Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Garatucaia 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.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
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