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Red Sand Beach
Praia da Areia Vermelha
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Red Sand Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 93th place out of 119 beaches in the Espírito Santo region 40.1 km away from its center, the city of Vitoria. It is one of the beaches of Guarapari settlement, just 2.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a short straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so it is highly recommended to wear 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.
Red Sand 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, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
22 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Setiba, which has a rating of 8.2.
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Red Sand Beach (Espírito Santo) is located outside the Guarapari 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 Red Sand 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
"Praia Vermelha, a hidden gem of Espírito Santo, presents itself as a paradise beach that should not be missed during your trip to Guarapari. This secluded site remains uncharted by most tourists, as it is nestled within the protected area of Morro da Pescaria Municipal Park (with a nominal fee of $3.00). To access this beach, one must venture through a discreet ecological tr..."
Otto Silva Campos de Oliveira
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"Praia Vermelha, a hidden gem of Espírito Santo, presents itself as a paradise beach that should not be missed during your trip to Guarapari. This secluded site remains uncharted by most tourists, as it is nestled within the protected area of Morro da Pescaria Municipal Park (with a nominal fee of $3.00). To access this beach, one must venture through a discreet ecological tr..."
Otto Silva Campos de Oliveira
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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 Red Sand Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Red Sand 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
- Kebab's Praia• 6 min walk
- Ponta da Praia Beach...• 6 min walk
- Quiosque Morro da Pe...• 8 min walk
- Quiosque Toca do Car...• 8 min walk
Attractions
- Estátua de Golfinho• 4 min walk
- Pedra Consuelo• 9 min walk
- Praia do Morro - Mar...• 10 min walk
- Praça da Paz• 11 min walk
Transport
- GUZ• 2.8km
- Alvorada• 2.7km
- Pedro Nolasco statio...• 38.1km
Localities
- Guarapari• 2.9km
- Vitoria• 40.1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Red Sand Beach?
The coastline of Red Sand 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 a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Red Sand Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Red Sand Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Red Sand Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Red Sand Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Red Sand 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 sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Red Sand Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Red Sand 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:
- On the territory of the national park / reserve
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Red Sand Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Red Sand Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Kebab's Praia is the closest place located 500 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Red Sand Beach?
There are 332 places to stay in the Red Sand Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Red Sand Beach include:
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How far is the Red Sand Beach from parking?
The Red Sand 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 Red Sand Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Red Sand Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Estátua de Golfinho located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Red Sand Beach (Espirito Santo) 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.Red Sand Beach (Espirito Santo) 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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