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Captain Beach
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About
Captain Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 49th place out of 86 beaches in the Pernambuco region 25.3 km away from its center, the city of Recife. It is one of the beaches of Nova Cruz II settlement, just 1.5 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 long lasting coastline with 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, seniors etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Captain Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. Daily boat rental service is located nearby.
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.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia Sao Paulo, which has a rating of 7.9.
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+23
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Captain Beach is located in Pernambuco within Nova Cruz II, 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
"It is simply amazing, lovely, beautiful, and excellent. The people who frequent this place are what make it so special. It's a place where hope reigns supreme, and expectations are left at the door"
Valtancoli Giovanni
User reviews
"It is simply amazing, lovely, beautiful, and excellent. The people who frequent this place are what make it so special. It's a place where hope reigns supreme, and expectations are left at the door"
Valtancoli Giovanni
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Bar da Maria• 4 min walk
- Coco verde bar• 4 min walk
- G.G Bar• 4 min walk
- Bar da Amiga Genilda• 4 min walk
Attractions
- Capela• 10 min walk
- CAMINHO DE MOISÉS -...• 10 min walk
- Pontal de Maria Fari...• 13 min walk
- Cabanga Yacht Club P...• 23 min walk
Transport
- REC• 33.5km
- Rua Jandira Wanderle...• 23 min walk
- Terminal Integrado L...• 28.2km
Localities
- Nova Cruz II• 1.5km
- Recife• 25.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Captain Beach?
The coastline of Captain 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 sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Captain Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Captain Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
Is the Captain 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.
Captain 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 some boats in the bay.
Is the Captain 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 Captain Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Captain 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.
What are the key audiences of Captain Beach?
Captain Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Captain Beach?
The bar is located right on the Captain Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bar da Maria is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Captain Beach?
There are 74 places to stay in the Captain Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Captain Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Captain Beach from parking?
The Captain 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 Captain Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Captain Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Capela located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Captain Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Captain Beach is March. Its average value reaches 32°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 27°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Captain Beach (Pernambuco) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Captain Beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.
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