Nova Viçosa

Pau Fincado Beach

Praca Do Pau Fincado

Good for Relax

7.2

/ 10 Good

#177 out of 187
in Bahia

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Pau Fincado Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 177th place out of 187 beaches in the Bahia region 553.7 km away from its center, the city of Salvador. It is one of the beaches of Nova Vicosa settlement, just 2.3 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 you don't need 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 partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Pau Fincado Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

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.

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Frustrating

4.3/10

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Pau Fincado Beach is located in Bahia within Nova Vicosa, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

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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- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
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- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

CRQ• 31.5km
Terminal Rodoviário...• 65.1km

Localities

Nova Vicosa• 2.3km
Salvador• 553.7km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Pau Fincado Beach?

The coastline of Pau Fincado Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Pau Fincado Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Pau Fincado 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.

Is the Pau Fincado Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Pau Fincado Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. 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 Pau Fincado Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Pau Fincado Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Pau Fincado Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Pau Fincado 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 beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

On the territory of the national park / reserve

What are the key audiences of Pau Fincado Beach?

Pau Fincado 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 Pau Fincado Beach?

The bar is located right on the Pau Fincado Beach.

How far is the Pau Fincado Beach from parking?

The Pau Fincado 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.