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Boqueirao Beach
Praia do Boqueirao
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About
Boqueirao Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 108th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 71.4 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Saquarema settlement, just 1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal blue 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.
Boqueirao 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. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia da Vila, which has a rating of 8.4.
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Boqueirao Beach is located in Rio de Janeiro within Saquarema, 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.
User reviews
"The sea was quite turbulent. The beach was quite deserted, but the view was stunning."
Tatiana Zayra de Souza Reis
"This beach is clean and pleasant, with few people around. However, it may not be suitable for those who are not confident swimmers or have physical limitations, as the sea is quite choppy with strong waves."
Luzio Labri
User reviews
"The sea was quite turbulent. The beach was quite deserted, but the view was stunning."
Tatiana Zayra de Souza Reis
"This beach is clean and pleasant, with few people around. However, it may not be suitable for those who are not confident swimmers or have physical limitations, as the sea is quite choppy with strong waves."
Luzio Labri
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Saquarema
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770m from center
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2.6km from center
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Ponta Negra 7.1 km
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Praia Seca 1.8 km
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Araruama 3.6 km
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Ponta Negra 1.8 km
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Araruama 1.3 km
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Praia Seca 2.2 km
What to do in Boqueirao Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Boqueirao Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Boqueirao Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurante e Pizzar...• 3 min walk
- Posto 8• 4 min walk
- Bar & Pensão Bloco D...• 5 min walk
- Bar J.M Cabral• 5 min walk
Attractions
- Orla Lagoa Saquarema...• 17 min walk
- Vila Beach• 21 min walk
- Praça observatório N...• 26 min walk
- Boqueirão beach• 27 min walk
Transport
- CFB• 45.1km
- Rua São João dos San...• 30.9km
- Jardim Nova Marília• 62.4km
Localities
- Saquarema• 1km
- Rio de Janeiro• 71.4km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Boqueirao Beach?
The Boqueirao Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Boqueirao Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Boqueirao Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Boqueirao Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Surfing
Is the Boqueirao 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 Boqueirao Beach are usually strong.
Is the Boqueirao 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 Boqueirao Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Boqueirao 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.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Boqueirao Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Boqueirao Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante e Pizzaria Di Marco is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Boqueirao Beach?
There are 126 places to stay in the Boqueirao Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Boqueirao Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Boqueirao Beach from parking?
The Boqueirao 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 Boqueirao Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Boqueirao Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Orla Lagoa Saquarema Centro. located in 1.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Boqueirao Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Boqueirao Beach is January. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 24°C and water 22°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Boqueirao 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.Boqueirao 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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