Name: The solitary white beach on Sao Nicolau is a must-visit. The water is perfect for a refreshing swim, but it's advisable not to venture too far out. You'll have the entire beach to yourself most of the time, ensuring complete seclusion. Although the road leading to the beach from Tarrafal is in poor condition, it's still accessible with a four-wheel drive. The ten-kilometer trek is worth it for the unparalleled privacy and stunning scenery.
Item: Baixo Rocha
Rating: 8
Author: Morris Mark

About Sao Nikolau island

Sandy beaches, clear turquoise water and mountain landscapes - all this is magnificent Sao Nikolau island. Mountains and sea - a powerful mixture that takes the breath away from even the most sophisticated traveler! Please don't say we didn't warn you!

Sao Nikolau island Best beaches

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Good for Relax

Baixo Rocha

Tarrafal 5.2 km

Good

7.8

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Fine sand bottom

1 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Praia Tedja

Tarrafal 0.3 km

Good

7.7

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Brown sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom

3.7 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Telha beach

Tarrafal 0.4 km

Pleasant

6.9

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Brown sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

2.7 Amenities index

Gombeza Bay Beach

Carrical 0.2 km

Tolerable

5.8

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Turquoise pure water • Brown sand & rocks • Sand & Rocks bottom

1 Amenities index

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Popular types of Sao Nikolau island beaches

Beaches in small bays

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 4 beaches in the island.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Sao Nikolau island.

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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Sao Nikolau island, they are as follows:

The island's beaches are mainly wide, moderate length and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of brown color.
Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 4.
Some beach bays can be densely occupied by motor boats or yachts, which usually negatively affects water pollution. There are about 1 beach in Sao Nikolau island, where a significant number of ships can be observed from time to time.
The average distance from the road to beach in Sao Nikolau island is less than 500 meters. 4 beaches are relatively easy to access.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of Sao Nikolau island however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Sao Nikolau island's beaches

Baixo Rocha

8 Morris Mark

The solitary white beach on Sao Nicolau is a must-visit. The water is perfect for a refreshing swim, but it's advisable not to venture too far out. You'll have the entire beach to yourself most of the time, ensuring complete seclusion. Although the road leading to the beach from Tarrafal is in poor condition, it's still accessible with a four-wheel drive. The ten-kilometer trek is worth it for the unparalleled privacy and stunning scenery.

Gombeza Bay Beach

10 Lunaria Hoist Sails

This beach is absolutely amazing and the best part is that it's open to the public for free! Although it may take some effort to get there, it's definitely worth it. You can either take a 5-hour hike or a 1 hour and 30 minute ride in a 4x4 off-road vehicle. But trust me, the stunning views and crystal-clear waters make it all worth the trip.

There are few offers for accommodation in the beach area, so finding a suitable place to stay can be a problem. You can use the map search to get more information about this.

The hottest month of the island is September - air temperature during this time warms up to 26.4°C and water up to 27.5°C. The coldest month is March - air temperature drops to 21.7°C and water to 22.4°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Sao Nikolau island? In total there are 4 beaches and the most popular is Baixo Rocha.