Stunning beaches in Alagoas

Alagoas features a diverse coastline defined by the Costa dos Corais, the world's second-largest coral reef system. This list highlights beaches characterized by natural tide pools, extensive coconut groves, and dramatic sandstone cliffs. Key locations include Maragogi, known for its offshore reef formations, and Maceió's urban shores like Pajuçara and Ponta Verde, where reefs create calm swimming conditions. The region's geography ranges from the secluded, undeveloped stretches of Patacho to the lagoon-adjacent sands of Gunga.

Stunning Beaches — Map

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Praia do Gunga

Praia do Gunga is located 20 miles south of Maceió, Alagoas. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil.

B

Praia Ponta do Mangue

Located near the northern border of Alagoas, this beach is known for shallow, turquoise waters and sandbars that emerge during low tide.

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Beach

A central hub of the Costa dos Corais, famous for the Galés—large natural pools formed by coral reefs six kilometers offshore. The area features clear, calm waters and diverse marine life.

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Praia de Ponta Verde

An urban beach in Maceió lined with coconut palms. During low tide, the receding waters reveal coral reefs and a lighthouse accessible by foot.

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Praia do Patacho

A secluded beach in Porto de Pedras known for its lack of commercial development. During low tide, the ocean retreats hundreds of meters, revealing expansive tide pools and the reef floor.

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Praia de Ipioca

Situated 25 kilometers north of Maceió, this beach features white sand and turquoise waters protected by a barrier reef, maintaining a quieter atmosphere than the city's central shores.

G

Praia Barra de São Miguel

Protected by a massive coral reef wall that creates a natural lagoon. It sits at the mouth of the Lagoa do Roteiro, offering a mix of fresh and saltwater environments.

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Praia de Carro Quebrado

Distinguished by high, colorful sandstone cliffs and a lack of permanent infrastructure. This remote stretch is primarily accessible by buggy or boat from Barra de Santo Antônio.

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Beach

Noted for its extremely shallow waters and sandbanks that extend far into the ocean. It is one of the most prominent spots in the Maragogi region for clear, vivid blue water.

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Praia de Pajuçara

Features natural pools located two kilometers from the shore. Traditional wooden jangadas transport visitors to these reef formations during low tide.

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Praia da Sereia

Features a barrier reef that creates a calm swimming area and a mermaid statue perched on the offshore rocks. It is a popular destination for families north of Maceió.

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