About Engenho

Engenho hamlet is located in Rio de Janeiro Brazil, and famous for its magnificent mountain scenery and turquoise waters of an incredible deep color! It seems that nature created it for one purpose - to make your vacation unforgettable!

Nearest beaches in Engenho

view the highest rated beaches in area

Good for Relax
Very good
8.3
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Bright sand • Access by boat • Crowded in season • No parking
4.1 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Very good
8.1
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
6.1 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Very good
8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Bright sand • Access by boat • Crowded in season • No parking
2.8 Amenities index

Praia do Gato

Engenho 3.6 km
Very good
8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Access by boat • No parking
1 Amenities index
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • No parking
1.1 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
6.6 Amenities index

Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches. The most popular beaches for such a holiday in the vicinity of Engenho are Estopa Beach, Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande, Quatiquara Beach.

The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Engenho, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of hamlet are mainly wide. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Sandy beaches dominate the rest!

Usually, the depth increases normally. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.

5 out of 13 beaches in Engenho are partially protected from waves. These protections can be natural or man-made structures. If you're visiting the area during unstable weather, we recommend carefully choosing a place to swim, as high waves may not always be safe. Our filter can help you find a suitable beach.

It's worth noting that 2 beaches in Engenho have a significant tidal range. This means that the water can recede from the shore for a long distance and vice versa, causing unexpected situations for you or your belongings. Keep this in mind when planning your beach activities and be sure to check our filter for information on tidal ranges.

A not-so-pleasant feature of the beaches in Engenho is the high density of boats, yachts, or other watercraft on some of them. There are about 5 such beaches, but this may vary depending on the season. If this is a concern for you, we recommend carefully checking the beaches of interest for this issue using our Boat filter.

Latest reviews on Engenho's beaches

Estopa Beach
10 Aria Sanchez

What an ideal location! It's perfect for those seeking a getaway from the chaos of their daily routines.

Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande
2 Jukic Josip

The beach lacks any tourist attractions and it's recommended to bring your own water and food. The local restaurants seem to be overcharging tourists.

Praia do Gato
10 Cristina Felixia

I love how serene and calming this beach is, not to mention its stunning beauty. It's also great that the beach is open to the public for free.

Maria Russa Beach
10 Arnoldo Alvares

This beach is truly remarkable, breathtakingly beautiful, and incredibly comfortable.

Muriqui Beach
10 Yilmaz Yigit

The beach appears stunning, although only from the perspective of the ship.

Pitangueira Beach
10 ViniRib

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The warmest month during the year in this area is January, with the air temperature rising up to 27.7°C and the water temperature up to 26.5°C. The coldest month is July, with the air temperature dropping down to 22.8°C and the water temperature down to 22.3°C.