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Barra de Guaratiba
Meio Beach
Praia do Meio
Good for Relax
About
Meio 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 39 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Aracatiba settlement, just 2.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and pure bright fine 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 not crowded place during the season.
Meio Beach 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.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia da Barra de Guaratiba, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Meio Beach (Rio de Janeiro) is located outside the Aracatiba 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 Meio 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 beach is a great option in the area, although it can be a bit challenging to reach. There are not many signs along the footpath from the telégrafo trail, and there is a steep rock between Meio and Perigoso. Additionally, if you notice red caution signs on the sand, exercise caution when swimming."
Elijah Harper
"In my opinion, Middle Beach surpasses Perigoso Beach. To be honest, it's perfect for camping and offers ample opportunities to gather firewood. The only drawback is that the trail takes an additional 15 or 20 minutes. The scenery is truly breathtaking, the water is fantastic, and the sand is exceptionally clean, even cleaner than Perigoso Beach. There are definitely fewer pe..."
Henry Delacroix
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"The beach is a great option in the area, although it can be a bit challenging to reach. There are not many signs along the footpath from the telégrafo trail, and there is a steep rock between Meio and Perigoso. Additionally, if you notice red caution signs on the sand, exercise caution when swimming."
Elijah Harper
"In my opinion, Middle Beach surpasses Perigoso Beach. To be honest, it's perfect for camping and offers ample opportunities to gather firewood. The only drawback is that the trail takes an additional 15 or 20 minutes. The scenery is truly breathtaking, the water is fantastic, and the sand is exceptionally clean, even cleaner than Perigoso Beach. There are definitely fewer pe..."
Henry Delacroix
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Meio Beach?
The Meio Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Meio Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Meio Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Meio Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
The waves in the Meio Beach are usually strong.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Meio 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 gentle.
Is the Meio Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Meio 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.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Meio Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Meio Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bira de Guaratiba Restaurante is the closest place located 1400 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Meio Beach?
There are 219 places to stay in the Meio Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Meio Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Meio Beach from parking?
The Meio 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 small descent.
Are there any attractions nearby Meio Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Meio Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mirante De Grumary located in 1.6 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Meio Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Meio Beach is January. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 23°C and water 22°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Meio Beach (Rio de Janeiro) 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.Meio Beach (Rio de Janeiro) 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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