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Enseada Beach
Praia da Enseada
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Enseada Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 77th place out of 119 beaches in the Espírito Santo region 37 km away from its center, the city of Vitoria. It is one of the beaches of Praia Grande settlement, just 3.5 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so it is recommended to wear 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. There is a campsite located nearby.
Enseada Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
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 do Rio Preto, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Enseada Beach (Espírito Santo) is located outside the Praia Grande 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 Enseada 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.
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Beach surroundings
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Transport
- VIX• 28.4km
- Jacaraípe terminal• 14.7km
- Estação Ferroviária...• 27.8km
Localities
- Praia Grande• 3.5km
- Vitoria• 37km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Enseada Beach?
The coastline of Enseada Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. 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 Enseada Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Enseada 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 reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.
The Enseada Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- The reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.
Is the Enseada Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Enseada Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Enseada Beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Enseada 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 very smooth.
Is the Enseada Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Enseada 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
What are the key audiences of Enseada Beach?
Enseada Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers (caravans / tent)
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Enseada Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Enseada Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bar e Restaurante Boteco do Chico is the closest place located 2900 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Enseada Beach?
There are 28 places to stay in the Enseada Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Enseada Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Enseada Beach from parking?
The Enseada 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 Enseada Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Enseada Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia kalifa located in 1.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
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