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Calhau Beach
Praia do Calhau
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About
Calhau Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 1th place out of 30 beaches in the Maranhão region 7.5 km away from its center, the city of São Luís. It is one of the beaches of Sao Luis settlement, just 7.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting 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, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Calhau Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. .
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.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
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 Litoranea, which has a rating of 8.4.
Key features
Beach overall scores
Calhau 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 Calhau 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 Calhau 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• 11.4km
- Terminal do Ponta da...• 13.1km
- Estação de Passageir...• 13.2km
Localities
- Sao Luis• 7.5km
- Sao Luis• 7.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Calhau Beach?
The coastline of Calhau 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 Calhau Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Calhau Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Calhau Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Calhau 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 Calhau 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 Calhau Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Calhau 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 Calhau Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Calhau 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.
What are the key audiences of Calhau Beach?
Calhau Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Calhau Beach?
The bar is located right on the Calhau Beach.
How far is the Calhau Beach from parking?
The Calhau 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?
Calhau Beach (Maranhao) 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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