Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Rota do Sol Beaches
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Heading south from Natal on the Rota do Sol
(Route of the Sun), there are beaches and more
beaches, stretching from the edge of the city to the
far southern border of the state. Variety is the key
feature of this golden stretch of coast. There are
beaches with small reefs and little surf, and others
with strong and steady waves, much loved by avid
surfers. There are deserted beaches surrounded by
tall dunes, accessible only by dune buggy or 4WD,
far from the hustle and bustle of even the smallest
fishing village. Other beaches, particularly Pipa, are
full to bursting with energetic young Brazilians.
Mãe Luiza lighthouse north
of Ponta Negra
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Ponta Negra
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Located within the city limits,
Ponta Negra is the favorite and
best-known beach in Natal,
lively during the day and night.
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Búzios
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Búzios offers high
dunes and excellent
opportunities for
snorkeling.
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Praia da Tabatinga
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Barra de Tabatinga has
scenic high cliffs and
great surfing waves.
Dolphins can be
spotted at high tide.
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Barreta
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Deserted and circled by
dunes, Barreta is best
explored by buggy
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Tibaú do Sul
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This small fishing
village offers
high-end accom-
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deserted beach.
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Praia da Pipa
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The most popular spot on the
coast, the village of Pipa is known
for its nightlife and restaurants.
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Praia do Sagi
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The wild beaches, located at the
southernmost point of Rio Grande do
Sul, are all but deserted
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