Praia da Baleia, Beach in São Sebastião, Brazil
Praia da Baleia is a coastal area near São Sebastião with firm sand stretching along the shoreline and divided into zones for surfing and calm shallow swimming areas. The beach is backed by vegetation and accessible through several entry points from nearby roads.
The beach takes its name from a nearby island formation that resembles a whale when viewed from shore. This geographical feature established the identity of the location over time.
The beach serves as a gathering place for surfers, swimmers, and nature enthusiasts who come to enjoy the water and explore the coastal landscape.
You can reach the beach through Estrada do Camburi with parking spots along the nearby residential streets. It helps to arrive early if you want a good parking place, particularly on weekends.
Regular boat tours depart from here to nearby islands like Montão de Trigo and Couves, where dolphins can be spotted and snorkeling opportunities exist among coral areas. These day trips provide chances to see marine life and explore underwater formations close to shore.
Location: São Sebastião
GPS coordinates: -23.77565,-45.66882
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46
Brazil's coastline stretches over 4,600 miles (7,400 kilometers), connecting tropical forests, sandbars, and several climate zones. In Rio de Janeiro, Copacabana and Ipanema draw visitors with their urban energy, while Fernando de Noronha offers bays shaped by marine life and volcanic rock. Further north, palm trees and dunes define the scenery in Ceará, where Jericoacoara is known for kitesurfing. Bahia holds Praia do Espelho and Taipus de Fora, where coral reefs and tidal pools give snorkelers refuge. Santa Catarina and São Paulo combine wave breaks with rainforest trails leading to remote beaches like Praia dos Castelhanos. Pernambuco and Alagoas feature warm, calm waters and natural pools that form at low tide, including Porto de Galinhas and Maragogi. In the north, Alter do Chão on the Tapajós River creates a freshwater beach surrounded by Amazon vegetation. Each region shows different tides, currents, and ecosystems, from sheltered lagoons to open Atlantic shores.
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