Best beaches in the Brazilian Northeast – Check it out!

Choosing which are the best beaches in the Brazilian Northeast is not an easy task! With miles and miles of beautiful coastline, there are amazing beaches in every state!

From Bahia to Rio Grande do Norte passing through the states of Sergipe, Alagoas, Pernambuco, Paraíba, Ceará, Piauí and Maranhão: Coarse sand beaches abound here! Undoubtedly, many of the best beaches in Brazil are in the Northeast!

In the area with the longest coastline in our country, the terrain is varied, with dunes, rivers that flow into the sea, cliffs, natural pools and wonderful diving spots, and marine life is abundant.

This variety allows travelers to also find beaches with resorts or budget hotels, busy areas and other almost deserted beaches. One of the dozens of beaches (or more) in the area is sure to please!

We’ve listed our favorite beaches in this part of the country, with different states and characteristics!

1- Visit Baía do Sancho in Fernando de Noronha in the state of Pernambuco

Baía dos Sancho has been voted the most beautiful beach in Brazil several times, so it’s not impressive to be one of the best in the Northeast.

The sea water is crystal clear, there are many trees and cliffs around, and the beach can be accessed through the crevices of the cliffs through a ladder!

The beach is incredible and when it rains there are even waterfalls hidden in the surrounding forest.

2- Best beaches in the Brazilian Northeast  – Discover Praia do Espelho in Bahia

Calm and vast, Praia do Espelho takes its name from its sea, which is reflected like a mirror in perfect weather conditions. The beach has cliffs and many natural pools and is beautiful at low tide, especially from above!

Try to visit during low tide, when the pool is most prominent. If you want to enjoy more hours on the beach, it’s worth staying at one of the hotels in the area and, for those looking for a bit of tranquility, it’s a good option.

3- Praia do Madeiro in the state of Rio Grande do Norte

A series of beaches in Pipa, considered among the best in Brazil, could be on our list because they are all beautiful, but Praia do Madeiro has an extra touch of charm and exuberant nature.

 Surrounded by cliffs and forests, this beach is accessed by a long staircase, a fact that protects it from the public – it’s easy to go down to the beach, but not so much to go up on the easy way back.

 If you are on your lucky day, you might spot a dolphin on the horizon, which makes going to the beach even more incredible!

4- Discover Porto Galinhas in Pernambuco

Porto de Galinhas is much sought after by tourism lovers, with its natural pools for watching fish and its exquisite architecture, with many quality restaurants and hotels.

It is a destination full of beautiful beaches, located in a warm and welcoming region, just 60 kilometers from the state capital, Recife Airport.

It is a destination that you cannot miss, whether for a weekend of rest or to enjoy one of the many resorts in Porto de Galinhas, a great option for those who want to travel with the family!

5- Best beaches in the Brazilian Northeast  – Visit Taipu de Fora in Bahia

Located on the Maraú peninsula, Praia de Taipu de Fora and its natural pools are a beautiful destination, but still little explored by most tourists.

The beach is even better at low tide, when the natural pools are more visible, perfect for observing marine life. This is the perfect place to relax, enjoy nature and spend quality time in the sun by the sea.

6- Best beaches in the Brazilian Northeast  – Atins beach in Maranhão

With its simplicity and rusticity, Atins is one of the bases to explore the wonderful Lençóis Maranhenses, one of the most beautiful destinations in Brazil!

The village has beaches, dunes and is also close to the lake formed by the rains of Lençóis. It is a peaceful destination full of natural beauty, which is even better with the variety of natural attractions! A magical place worth visiting at least once!

7- Discover the Bay of Pigs in Fernando de Noronha – Pernambuco

Small size, big beauty! Baía dos Porcos is a beach on the island of Fernando de Noronha with crystal clear turquoise waters.

There are some natural pools, rocks and cliffs around the beach, frequented by turtles. It is a place of rare beauty and tranquility, ideal to visit on a sunny day, when the contrast between the sea and the cliffs is more pronounced.

8- Visit Morro Branco in Ceará

About 90 kilometers from Fortaleza, Morro Branco is a popular beach for anyone visiting the capital of Ceará, and for good reason.

The sea is usually calm on this beach and there are some beach huts in the region, but the highlight is the incredible cliffs by the sea, surprising in their different shades! The cliffs are a real spectacle, you can’t leave Morro Blanco without seeing them!

A very useful tip is to reserve a day on your trip to Fortaleza for a day trip to discover Morro Branco.

9- Discover Itacaré Beach in Bahia

The abundance of landscapes associated with inaccessibility makes this beach one of the most desired by tourists who come to Itacaré in search of stunning landscapes.

 Almost deserted, surrounded by Atlantic Forest vegetation and just the right amount of coconut trees, Prainha especially attracts those looking for more preserved beaches, without buildings, hotels and restaurants.

10 – Discover Praia do Gunga in the state of Alagoas

Praia do Gunga, with its huge coconut trees that welcome visitors, is one of those unforgettable places! Protected by a barrier reef, there is a long stretch of beach with so many possibilities!

Praia do Gunga has an area where the sea meets Lagoa do Roteiro, offering very peaceful baths at low tide, it has a huge coconut grove and beautiful cliffs, right by the sea! We recommend an ATV ride to get to know the region and the seaside cliffs better!

You can get to know Praia do Gunga by visiting the city of Maceió, capital of the state of Alagoas.

Well, these were the best beaches in the Brazilian Northeast. Which looks more attractive to you? Leave your feedback below. We want to know what your opinion is.