Travel Guide, Tour Tips and Accommodation

Red Beach

Praia Vermelha has clay that comes from the slopes and makes the beach colorful, hence its name. It is 600 m long and is the furthest beach from the Zimbros coast, also accessible via the Zimbros Coastal Trail, as well as most of the beaches south of Bombinhas.

Due to its great distance, it is the most deserted of all the beaches, with no infrastructure.

There are those who believe in the medicinal power of its red sands.

Sad Beach

Praia Triste has a somewhat sad setting and that’s why it gets its name, but despite this, its natural beauty is part of a 380 m stretch of beach that is not very visited.

It is on the continuation of the Costeira de Zimbros trail, after passing through Praia de Cardoso and Praia da Lagoa. Its waters are calm and peaceful and good for a swim in the sea, taking advantage of the region’s more deserted climate.

It is the last beach on the Zimbros Coastal Trail, if you want to do the entire route.

Lagoa Beach

Praia da Lagoa gets its name because it is located between a lagoon and forest, as well as being close to a dam. 300 m long, to get there you need to take a trail after Praia do Cardoso.

The infrastructure is ideal for peaceful diving and is part of the Zimbros Costeira Trail, the second on the trail. Leaving there, you will find a waterfall with beautiful preserved flora and fauna.

Zimbros Beach

Zimbros Beach gets its name because the place has a fruit plant with a good aroma that was used for medicinal treatments called junipers. Today, the seed is used to make brandy.

It has 2 km of calm waters and easy access via a paved path where you can leave Praia de Bombas and follow the signs, as right at the end of the Avenue you will find the beach.

The landscape has fishermen’s boats and is great for children or water sports, as it has calmer waters.

See the Zimbros Beach photo gallery

Morrinhos

Morrinhos Beach is just over 1 km long and is a peaceful place, good for those looking for rest after visiting other busier beaches and participating in Bombinhas activities.

It is frequently visited in high seasons by families with children, as they can play freely amidst the tranquility and local beauty.

In other seasons, it receives a lot of fishermen who sell the region’s seafood and fish.

The sea is blue, with calm waters and good for water sports such as windsurfing and kayaking.

As there is no infrastructure, always take food and drinks with you.

Canto Grande Beach

Canto Grande Beach is an ideal place for those looking for peace and quiet, as it is located in a village with approximately 800 inhabitants, including shellfish farmers, fishermen and descendants.

It was previously called Ponta Grande and changed its name in 1930. The title is due to the fact that it is the longest in the municipality and has a kilometer of calm waters formed by the Mar de Dentro and another 3 km of waves with the Mar de Fora.

To get there, the path is paved, through the hill between Bombinhas and the Sertãozinho neighborhood, leaving Avenida Principal, making it easy to access.

See the Canto Grande Beach photo gallery

Porto da Vó

12 km from Bombinhas, Praia Porto da Vó is small and deserted, even in high season.

To get there you need to leave Praia da Tainha, which is right next door, but as there are no signs, it is recommended to always have a guide during the tour.

The place is surrounded by cliffs and popular for fishing, so the infrastructure is practically non-existent, and you should always be prepared.

Tainha Beach

Praia da Tainha is 200 m long and good for sea bathing, diving with masks and snorkeling, being a quieter place on days when the wind is not rough.

Its name comes from the fact that it is a good place for trawling for mullet, when it is in season.

To get there you have to go to Praia da Conceição over a steep hill, which is very difficult to access on rainy days, as the place is dangerous.

It is not a very popular place, but it has a population of local fishermen, making it a quieter beach.

Conceição Beach

Praia da Conceição is close to Praia do Mar de Fora and serves as a departure point for private boats for both fishing and leisure activities, being a point known for the diversity of leisure it brings to the community.

It has natural pools and cliffs that are great for diving, making it ideal for those who like snorkeling. Furthermore, as it is suitable for various activities, it is a good suggestion for a place to visit with the whole family.

See the Conceição Beach photo gallery

Mariscal Beach

Mariscal Beach is 4 km long and is good for both swimming and walking.

When the weather is not so conducive to getting into the water, casting fishing is popular in the region, especially in autumn and winter.

The place is also popular with surfers, who come in search of waves, and has a good infrastructure with hotels and inns around it.

There is no pollution, making it a good place to see the beauty of Bombinhas formed by the restinga vegetation.

See the Mariscal Beach photo gallery

Quatro Ilhas Beach

Praia de Quatro Ilhas is famous for surfing and is therefore a meeting point for younger people. Its waters are a beautiful blue and the waves are quite choppy. The name comes from the fact that it is located between the Deserta, Galés, Arvoredo and Macuco islands, all of which make up the Arvoredo Marine Biological Reserve, a famous diving spot.

The local infrastructure is full of restaurants and bars and there is a campsite on the left side that operates in the summer, when the beach is most popular.

It’s ideal for traveling with friends, in a group, but if you want to go alone to mingle, you can also enjoy it a lot.

See the Four Islands Beach photo gallery

Retiro dos Padres Beach

Just 100 m long, Praia do Retiro has a campsite and restaurant and much of it belongs to the Catholic Church (hence the name). It is also known as Praia dos Ingleses.

To get there you must go along the coast, leaving Praia de Bombinhas.

It is possible to practice diving or sport fishing and even though it is next to a condominium and belongs to the church, it is completely open to the public.

Those who have visited highly recommend its natural landscape and say they are in a little paradise.

Ideal for those looking for a little more peace instead of the hustle and bustle of the region’s busiest beaches.

See the photo gallery of Retiro dos Padres Beach (English)

Firecrackers

Bombinhas Beach is the most famous in the city and has transparent waters with almost 1 km long of fine quartz sand. As you walk, you can even hear the crackling of the sand and that is why the city gets its name.

The infrastructure of this place is excellent, with bars, restaurants, inns and hotels around with varied options for all tastes, budgets and styles.

It is a place frequently visited by young people and the most popular beach in the city, being very close to the Arvoredo Marine Biological Reserve, a place famous for being a great spot for diving.

See the Bombinhas Beach photo gallery

Bombs

To go with the family, Bombas is the ideal place, as while it is famous, it is very calm, has an infrastructure of hotels, inns and restaurants that meet all your needs during your trip.

It is 2 km long with sand and clean waters and great for surfing, hiking, water sports and fishing (especially during winter).

The place is also good for walks by the sea and a great place to cool off on summer days while taking advantage of the beautiful landscape.

See the Praia Bombas photo gallery

Ribeiro Beach

Praia do Ribeiro is between Praia de Bombas and Praia de Bombinhas, being a little longer than 200 m.

The place is ideal for those looking for tranquility after visiting the busiest beaches or taking long walks and wanting some rest. It’s great for swimming in the sea or catching some color in the sun.

You need to take the trails along the coast that leave Bombinhas or Bombas or take a small shortcut from Avenida Principal to get to the place.

The infrastructure is not complete, so you need to be prepared.

Galheta Beach

Praia da Galheta is at the tip of Galheta and that is why it gets its name. It is just over 100 m long and is the first beach north of Bombinhas, being quite wild, with shells and stones.

It has no drinking water and no local infrastructure, making it quite deserted.
To get there, you must leave Bombas on foot along a 1 km trail or take the car along the road from Porto Velho to the village of Pescadores do Araçá and then take the road that leads to the beach. If you are going by car, park near Jackes Costeau square and then take a trail of 60 steps.