Top 10 beaches in Brazil.

January, and that means summer time! Summer in Brazil is, by far, the time of the year that we have more tourists around. That leads to beaches, of course! And don’t worry about heat, we have plenty! Just don’t forget your sunscreen, if you don’t want to become a tomato on the first day.

Generally, Rio de Janeiro is the most famous place we have around. But there are also other beaches that are as amazing as the Rio ones.

• Baía do Sancho (Fernando de Noronha – Pernambuco)

The white sand and the emerald-green sea are an amazing landscape. Can be visited throughout the year.

• Lopes Mendes, Ilha Grande (Angra dos Reis – Rio de Janeiro)

Surfers Paradise, the Lopes Mendes beach surprises with its crystal clear waters of green and blue tones. One of the attractions is its sand that “sings” to be walked on. The best time to visit is from December to March.

• Baía dos Porcos (Fernando de Noronha – Pernambuco)

With only 100 meters long, is considered the most charming beach in Noronha. Can be visited throughout the year.

• Ilha de Santo Aleixo e praia dos Carneiros (Porto de Galinhas – Pernambuco)

The Carneiros beach is considered one of the most beautiful and rustic in Pernambuco. Also, the island of Santo Aleixo is famous for dozens of shipwrecks in its surroundings, attracting divers from around the world. Can be visited all year round.

• Baía dos Golfinhos, praia da Pipa (Timbau do Sul – Rio Grande do Norte)

Despite the name, the dolphins are rarely seen due to the movement of bathers on the beach.

• Praia de Ipanema (Rio de Janeiro – Rio de Janeiro)

The “Darling of Rio”, the beach was the inspiration for Vinicius de Moraes composed the song “Girl from Ipanema”. The best time of year to visit is from December to March.

• Lagoa Azul, Ilha Grande (Angra dos Reis – Rio de Janeiro)

Clear and calm waters, the little cove is protected by small islands, ideal for snorkeling. The best time of year to visit is from December to March.

• Praia do Arpoador (Rio de Janeiro  – Rio de Janeiro)

 All evenings dozens of people come to the Arpoador stone to admire the sunset. Because of the agitated sea, the beach is the stronghold for surfers. The best time of year to visit is from December to March.

• Praia de Muro Alto (Porto de Galinhas  – Pernambuco)

The set consists of a sand wall, coconut trees, Atlantic Forest reserve, reefs and tide pools is Muro Alto one of the most beautiful beaches in the country. The sea of calm waters attract fans of water sports. Can be visited throughout the year.

• Praia do Gunga (Maceió – Alagoas)

The Gunga beach stands out for its exuberant beauty. Embedded among coconut trees and a beautiful sea, gives visitors all the good memories. Can be visited throughout the year.