What is the water and sand quality of the Praia Brava?

The coastline of Praia Brava is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Praia Brava?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Praia Brava has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Praia Brava good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Praia Brava is partially protected from waves.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Praia Brava for swimming is very positive.

Is the Praia Brava good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Praia Brava secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Praia Brava is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia Brava?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia Brava.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Morango Bed and Breakfast is the closest place located 500 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Praia Brava?

There are 292 places to stay in the Praia Brava area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia Brava include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1690662&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pousada Toca do Mar</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2167688&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Bonito Paraiso Ilha Grande</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5634786&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">O Sitio - Ilha Grande</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3800473&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa do Canto</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1790812&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ancoradouro Flats</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9095219&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Aquario Glamping</a></li></ul>

How far is the Praia Brava from parking?

The Praia Brava has no parking spot

Are there any attractions nearby Praia Brava?

There are 4 attractions near Praia Brava that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia Palmas located in 0.6 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Praia Brava?

The month with the highest temperature in Praia Brava is January. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 23°C and water 22°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Praia Brava (Grande island) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Praia Brava a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.

Photo of Praia Brava with bright sand surface

Photo of Praia Brava with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Praia Brava with straight shore

Photo of Praia Brava with very clean level of cleanliness

Praia Brava

Praia de Palmas, Brazil

7.9

#203 out of 375 in Rio de Janeiro 0

Free entrance Amenities beach Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Kayaking Perfect for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Palmas • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Trilha entre Praia de Palmas e Praia do Pouso

1.3km

Hiking Area Trilha da Aroeira

2.3km

Hiking Area Praia do Galego

3.3km

Hiking Area Poção do Abraão

3.4km

Park Lopes mendes

3.4km

Hiking Area Trilha para Lopes Mendes

4.1km

Hiking Area Pedra do Alívio

4.2km

Hiking Area Passagem Secreta Praia de Lopes Mendes

4.4km

Hiking Area Costão de Lopes Mendes

4.8km

Restaurant Morango Bed and Breakfast

9.2 - Excellent 450m

Restaurant Bistrô Kokedama

10 - Exceptional 510m

Restaurant Restaurante Palmas

9.6 - Exceptional 780m

Restaurant Bar Aperitivo

8.4 - Very good 1.3km

Restaurant Point do Verão

6 - Pleasant 1.3km

Restaurant Restaurante objetiva

10 - Exceptional 1.5km

Restaurant Praia da Crena Restaurante e Pousada

9 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant Peixe na Brasa

1.6km

Restaurant Jardin

8 - Very good 1.6km

Ice Cream Shop Sorvetes e Cia Saco do Céu

10 - Exceptional 8.6km

Tourist Attraction Praia Palmas

570m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Abraozinho

10 - Exceptional 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Crena

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Sobrado

10 - Exceptional 1.5km

Tourist Attraction Mangrove Beach

9.4 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Praia de Itaoquinha

10 - Exceptional 2.1km

Tourist Attraction Praia de Itaóca

10 - Exceptional 2.2km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Canto

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Praia de Arrecifes

10 - Exceptional 2.4km

Historical Landmark Ruínas do Lazareto

3.2km

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About

Praia Brava is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 203th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 98.7 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Palmas settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+25 ^o C +22 ^o C

Air temperature

3.6 M/S

Wind

+23 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Palmas • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Trilha entre Praia de Palmas e Praia do Pouso

1.3km

Hiking Area Trilha da Aroeira

2.3km

Hiking Area Praia do Galego

3.3km

Hiking Area Poção do Abraão

3.4km

Park Lopes mendes

3.4km

Hiking Area Trilha para Lopes Mendes

4.1km

Hiking Area Pedra do Alívio

4.2km

Hiking Area Passagem Secreta Praia de Lopes Mendes

4.4km

Hiking Area Costão de Lopes Mendes

4.8km

Restaurant Morango Bed and Breakfast

9.2 - Excellent 450m

Restaurant Bistrô Kokedama

10 - Exceptional 510m

Restaurant Restaurante Palmas

9.6 - Exceptional 780m

Restaurant Bar Aperitivo

8.4 - Very good 1.3km

Restaurant Point do Verão

6 - Pleasant 1.3km

Restaurant Restaurante objetiva

10 - Exceptional 1.5km

Restaurant Praia da Crena Restaurante e Pousada

9 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant Peixe na Brasa

1.6km

Restaurant Jardin

8 - Very good 1.6km

Ice Cream Shop Sorvetes e Cia Saco do Céu

10 - Exceptional 8.6km

Tourist Attraction Praia Palmas

570m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Abraozinho

10 - Exceptional 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Crena

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Sobrado

10 - Exceptional 1.5km

Tourist Attraction Mangrove Beach

9.4 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Praia de Itaoquinha

10 - Exceptional 2.1km

Tourist Attraction Praia de Itaóca

10 - Exceptional 2.2km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Canto

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Praia de Arrecifes

10 - Exceptional 2.4km

Historical Landmark Ruínas do Lazareto

3.2km

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Located at nearest locality

Palmas • 2.2km from center

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2.5km from the beach

5 Tolerable

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Located at nearest locality

Palmas • 2.4km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.9 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

620m 8 min walk

Praia de Palmas

8.4 Very good

1.3km 17 min walk

Praia do Abraozinho

8.4 Very good

1.3km 18 min walk

Praia de Morcegos

7.7 Very good

1.5km 19 min walk

Praia da Crena

8.4 Very good

1.5km 20 min walk

Praia do Sobrado

8.1 Very good

1.7km 22 min walk

Comprida Beach

6 Pleasant

1.9km 24 min walk

Praia de Mangues

8.2 Very good

2km

Beach Julia

7.8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Palmas • 420m

Main locality of province

Rio de Janeiro • 98.7km

Transport

Airport

SNZ • 48.9km

Bus Station

Rodovia Procurador Haroldo Fernandes Duarte • 12.3km

Train Station

Santa Cruz • 52.9km

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7.9 Very good

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