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Porto de Galinhas Beach
Praia de Porto de Galinhas
Good for Relax
About
Porto de Galinhas Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 28th place out of 75 beaches in the Ceará region 20.1 km away from its center, the city of Fortaleza. It is one of the beaches of Porto das Dunas settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need 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 partially crowded during the high season.
Porto de Galinhas Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, sun umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
Key features
Beach overall scores
Porto de Galinhas Beach is located in Ceará within Porto das Dunas, 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.
User reviews
"I had an amazing time at the beach in Pernambuco Porto de Galen. It was truly a great experience that I thoroughly enjoyed."
Ricklin Samu
"The beach is a stunning location to gather and spend time. It is definitely worth the money spent."
Hengstebeck Joanna
User reviews
"I had an amazing time at the beach in Pernambuco Porto de Galen. It was truly a great experience that I thoroughly enjoyed."
Ricklin Samu
"The beach is a stunning location to gather and spend time. It is definitely worth the money spent."
Hengstebeck Joanna
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What to do in Porto de Galinhas Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Porto de Galinhas Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
Beach surroundings
Transport
- FOR• 18.2km
- Rua Dr. Bernardo De...• 9.5km
Localities
- Porto das Dunas• 920m
- Fortaleza• 20.1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Porto de Galinhas Beach?
The coastline of Porto de Galinhas 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 sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Porto de Galinhas Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are umbrellas on the beach, which are provided free of charge, but there are no sunbeds and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Porto de Galinhas Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
Is the Porto de Galinhas Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Porto de Galinhas 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 Porto de Galinhas 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 gentle.
Is the Porto de Galinhas Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Porto de Galinhas 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.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Porto de Galinhas Beach?
The bar is located right on the Porto de Galinhas Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Porto de Galinhas Beach?
There are 391 places to stay in the Porto de Galinhas Beach area.
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How far is the Porto de Galinhas Beach from parking?
The Porto de Galinhas 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.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Porto de Galinhas Beach (Ceara) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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