Anyone who visits Porto de Galinhas may be encouraged to just stay in the shade and cool water, taking advantage of the amenities that its infrastructure offers. Don’t make this mistake.
The nature of the region is so rich that it would be a waste not to know at least a little about it.
The paradisiacal landscapes have made Porto de Galinhas one of the most popular beach destinations in Brazil and for good reason. The calm sea of most of its beaches matches perfectly with its natural pools and its green waters contrast beautifully with the white sand.
Natural pools
There are many natural pools in the region, the most famous and popular being the one on Porto de Galinhas beach. The friendly rafts that color the sea take tourists on a fun ride.
Anyone who visits Porto de Galinhas must be aware of the sea charts. She is the one who defines the best times to visit the natural pools. When the tide is low, it is possible to find yourself in the middle of the sea in knee-deep water. Snorkeling is very common in the pools, so even those who don’t know how to dive can see the colorful schools and marine life that inhabits the corals up close. The tours are carried out by rafters who stay on the beach.
Buggy’s ride
“With emotion or without emotion?” Have you heard this question? Buggys are very popular in the northeast and the rides can be extreme or calmer, it’s up to you.
To get around the nearby beaches, some tourists rent a buggy for a while, but if you don’t want to venture that far, you can take trips that last on average two hours and get to know the region. The end-to-end tour passes through all the beaches in the region and is the best way to get to know them and decide which one is your favorite. Due to the more than one hundred sea turtle nests that exist on the beaches of Porto de Galinhas, the buggy cannot travel through the sand. But that’s not a problem, as there are trails, streets and even paths through the coconut trees that run very close to the beach.
Mangrove Tour
Anyone visiting the State of Pernambuco must visit this rich ecosystem that is home to crabs, crustaceans that have become symbols of the region. Furthermore, you can also learn a little more about the seahorses that inhabit the Maracaípe River.
The mangrove is a rich ecosystem that exists in abundance on the coast of Pernambuco. With this in mind, the Hippocampus Project, an NGO that preserves seahorses in the region, and Ibama trained former crab collectors to work with sustainable tourism, enabling them to generate income for their families without destroying nature. The tour starts at the Maracaípe River and embarks on a very pleasant journey to the mangrove region. Along the way, the guides catch seahorses and explain to tourists some of the peculiarities of this curious animal.
Dive
Take advantage of the favorable conditions and learn a little more about diving in Porto de Galinhas. Beginners can do their baptism right there and even see some sunken ships up close.
The visibility of the water in Porto de Galinhas is very suitable for diving, especially outside the rainy season, between October and March. In the open sea, it is possible to see up to 25 meters below the surface and this attracts many divers to discover the region’s marine life and also the three old sunken ships that are still at the bottom of the sea. Those who have no experience with diving can take courses for beginners and start practicing right there.
Discover Praia dos Carneiros
One of the most famous beaches on the coast of Pernambuco, Praia de Carneiros is not far from Porto de Galinhas and is well worth a visit!
From Porto de Galinhas, it is possible to take a trip to spend the day at one of the most beautiful beaches on the Pernambuco coast, Carneiros. By boat, passing through enchanting landscapes, or even by car, this beach is worth visiting.
The city of Tamandaré is about 60 kilometers from Porto and it is there that one of the largest coral reefs in the world begins, the Costa do Coral. The natural pools at Praia dos Carneiros are full of colorful fish and wonderful marine life.
