Two Great Beaches in Brazil

September 9, 2013 by  
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Article by Phin Upham.

I went to Brazil recently, visited Rio, Sao Paulo, Brazilia – and finally Floripa!  There is more to Brazil than its sunny shores — one reason why each year millions of people flock there — and beach talent.  Brazil is home to some of the most pristine beaches on the globe, from the popular tourist beach Ipanema to the more secluded gem Prainha Beach. Both amazing!

Ipanema, Zona Sul

Just because it’s popular doesn’t make it bad.  If you’re planning to visit Rio de Janeiro, chances are you will end up on the crowded but worth-visiting stretch of sand beach Ipanema. Located in a chic neighborhood, Ipanema is one of the many Zona Sul beaches swarming with beautiful locals and tourists alike. Surprisingly, I like this beach because it’s crowded – a great spot to watch the infamous action and excitement of Brazilian beach culture. In addition to sunbathing and people-watching, this two kilometer-stretch of white sand offers plenty of other things to do, like volleyball games, soccer games, wakeboarding, and surfing. Forgot your towel or need something cold to drink? The beach has various vendors, making it easy for you to purchase everything from coconuts to ice cold beer.  I recommend the beer.

Prainha Beach

Even something like going to the beach can be draining, which is why it’s nice to spend a day or two at one of the country’s lesser-known beaches like Prainha. During the weekday, Prainha is a quiet isolated place. A small, half-moon beach, it is surrounded by mountains covered in green rainforest trees. 

While it’s known as a popular surf spot, Prainha’s strong under-current is brutal. Bar & Restaurant Mirante de Prainha, the restaurant overlooking the ocean, is great. To reach Prainha, you will need to rent a car or catch on a ride on the surf bus because public transportation won’t take you there.

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This article was written and submitted by Phin Upham. Phin Upham runs a the site Phin Upham Photography. He could be reached at: Phin Upham Twitter or Phine Upham Facebook.

 

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