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Praia do Descanso
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Praia do Descanso is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 105th place out of 119 beaches in the Espírito Santo region 44.5 km away from its center, the city of Vitoria. It is one of the beaches of Praia Formosa settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal 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.
Praia do Descanso 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.
8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia da Maracapeba, which has a rating of 7.6.
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Praia do Descanso is located in Espírito Santo within Praia Formosa, 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.
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"As the name suggests, this beach is an ideal spot for relaxation. It's not too crowded, and you'll come across families and couples who appreciate the beauty of nature and seek refuge from the busy city life. The sea is calm, and there are shallow pools in the reef. You'll also get to enjoy some of the local fruits and see some protected animals. If you're looking for peace ..."
Renato Silva Santos
User reviews
"As the name suggests, this beach is an ideal spot for relaxation. It's not too crowded, and you'll come across families and couples who appreciate the beauty of nature and seek refuge from the busy city life. The sea is calm, and there are shallow pools in the reef. You'll also get to enjoy some of the local fruits and see some protected animals. If you're looking for peace ..."
Renato Silva Santos
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Sorveteria e Lanchon...• 11 min walk
- Recanto do Tô Fraco• 12 min walk
- Texas Beer Bar• 15 min walk
- Bar da Mangueira• 18 min walk
Attractions
- Praia nossa• 3 min walk
- Praia do Drosdrosky• 8 min walk
- Praia do J&A• 10 min walk
- Marine Biology Stati...• 11 min walk
Transport
- VIX• 36km
- Jacaraípe terminal• 22.2km
- Estação Ferroviária...• 28.5km
Localities
- Praia Formosa• 1.2km
- Vitoria• 44.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Praia do Descanso?
The coastline of Praia do Descanso 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 Praia do Descanso?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia do Descanso, 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 Praia do Descanso 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.
Praia do Descanso is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
So the overall recommendation of the Praia do Descanso for swimming is very positive.
Is the Praia do Descanso 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 Praia do Descanso secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Praia do Descanso 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.
The following features add extra points:
- On the territory of the national park / reserve
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia do Descanso?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia do Descanso.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Sorveteria e Lanchonete Gramuté is the closest place located 900 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Praia do Descanso?
There are 15 places to stay in the Praia do Descanso area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia do Descanso include:
How far is the Praia do Descanso from parking?
The Praia do Descanso 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 Praia do Descanso?
There are 4 attractions near Praia do Descanso that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia nossa located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
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