Ponta Corumbaú, Coastal point in Bahia, Brazil.
Ponta Corumbaú is a coastal point in Bahia, Brazil, with a wide sandy beach that extends several kilometers into the ocean during low tide. This natural formation creates a shallow, walkable area with blue-tinted waters that shifts according to tidal changes.
The name Corumbaú comes from an indigenous language and refers to a distant place that gained importance only when sea routes developed through the region. It stayed separated from the broader world for a long time.
The fishing community here keeps old methods alive, supplying restaurants along the shore with fresh seafood prepared using regional recipes.
Reaching this location means traveling on unpaved roads; Porto Seguro Airport is the main arrival point for distant visitors. The best time to explore is at low tide, when the sand is dry and easy to walk on.
The area is designated as a Marine Extractive Reserve, which allows controlled diving at coral reefs and whale watching during migration periods. Visitors can plan these activities throughout the year when conditions permit.
Location: Bahia
GPS coordinates: -16.88333,-39.10000
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:07
Brazil has natural areas and local sites away from major cities. The landscape ranges from waterfalls and caves to coastal regions and mountains. National parks hold sand formations, lagoons, and coral reefs. Cultural places include traditional villages and historical sites. Visitors can explore Vale da Lua in Goiás, where rocks form smooth, moon-like shapes, or discover the white beaches and clear waters of Fernando de Noronha in Pernambuco. The dunes of Jericoacoara in Ceará offer rolling landscapes, while Lençóis Maranhenses in Maranhão amazes with white sand dunes set between turquoise lagoons. Brazil also has less-visited places like Alter do Chão in Pará, where forest meets river, and the falls of Serra da Canastra in Minas Gerais, which plunge over steep cliffs. The Amazon region holds plateaus like Mount Roraima and hidden river springs. Each location has its own character and draws travelers who want to experience the natural variety the country offers.
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