Name: While the beach is undeniably gorgeous, it's important to exercise caution when approaching the pool area due to the slippery stone stairs. A fall on these stairs could result in serious injury from the sharp lava rocks, so it's best to be aware and take extra care.
Item: Santa Cruz das Flores
Rating: 8
Author: S. R.

About Flores island

Concrete beaches, clear turquoise water and mountain landscapes - all this is magnificent Flores 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!

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Santa Cruz das Flores

Santa Cruz das Flores 0.6 km

Good

7.6

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Concrete cover • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

2.2 Amenities index

Praia da Calheta

Lajes das Flores 0.6 km

Pleasant

6.7

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Turquoise pure water • Gray sand & rocks • Sand & Rocks bottom

2.6 Amenities index

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Popular types of Flores island beaches

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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 2 beaches in the island.

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Attraction and Infrastructure

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

The island's beaches are mainly narrow, quite short and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is concrete of gray color.
Usually, entry into the water is abrupt, so non-swimmers should be very careful. There are 1 such beaches out of 2 in the island.
The average distance from the road to beach in Flores island is less than 500 meters. 2 beaches are relatively easy to access.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of Flores 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 Flores island's beaches

Santa Cruz das Flores

8 S. R.

While the beach is undeniably gorgeous, it's important to exercise caution when approaching the pool area due to the slippery stone stairs. A fall on these stairs could result in serious injury from the sharp lava rocks, so it's best to be aware and take extra care.

Praia da Calheta

8 Nathaniel Krenz

This sandy beach is truly a gem of the island. Its natural beauty is unparalleled, making it a must-visit destination for any beach lover.

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the island is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 23°C and water up to 23.6°C. The coldest month is February - air temperature drops to 16°C and water to 16.7°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Flores island? In total there are 2 beaches and the most popular is Santa Cruz das Flores.