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Olho Dagua Beach
Praia Do Olho Dagua
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Olho Dagua Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 20th place out of 30 beaches in the Maranhão region 9.8 km away from its center, the city of Sao Luis. It is one of the beaches of Sao Luis settlement, just 9.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a short straight 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.
Olho Dagua Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.
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 popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia do Calhau, which has a rating of 8.5.
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Beach overall scores
Olho Dagua Beach is located in Maranhão within Sao Luis, 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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What to do in Olho Dagua Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Olho Dagua Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Olho Dagua 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
- SLZ• 11.9km
- Terminal do Ponta da...• 15.6km
- Estação de Passageir...• 15.4km
Localities
- Sao Luis• 9.8km
- Sao Luis• 9.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Olho Dagua Beach?
The coastline of Olho Dagua 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 Olho Dagua Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Olho Dagua Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Olho Dagua Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Surfing
Is the Olho Dagua 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.
The waves in the Olho Dagua Beach are usually strong. 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 Olho Dagua Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Olho Dagua 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 Olho Dagua Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Olho Dagua 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 Olho Dagua Beach?
The bar is located right on the Olho Dagua Beach.
How far is the Olho Dagua Beach from parking?
The Olho Dagua 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?
Olho Dagua Beach (Maranhao) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Olho Dagua Beach (Maranhao) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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