Name: The solitary white beach on Sao Nicolau is a must-visit. The water is perfect for a refreshing swim, but it's advisable not to venture too far out. You'll have the entire beach to yourself most of the time, ensuring complete seclusion. Although the road leading to the beach from Tarrafal is in poor condition, it's still accessible with a four-wheel drive. The ten-kilometer trek is worth it for the unparalleled privacy and stunning scenery.
Item: Baixo Rocha
Rating: 8
Author: Kellan Asher

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Baixo Rocha

Tarrafal 5.2 km

Good

7.8

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Fine sand bottom

1 Amenities index

Good for party

Praia Tedja

Tarrafal 0.3 km

Good

7.7

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Brown sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom

3.7 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Telha beach

Tarrafal 0.4 km

Pleasant

6.9

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Brown sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

2.7 Amenities index

Gombeza Bay Beach

Carrical 0.2 km

Tolerable

5.8

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Turquoise pure water • Brown sand & rocks • Sand & Rocks bottom

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Baixo Rocha

8 Kellan Asher

The solitary white beach on Sao Nicolau is a must-visit. The water is perfect for a refreshing swim, but it's advisable not to venture too far out. You'll have the entire beach to yourself most of the time, ensuring complete seclusion. Although the road leading to the beach from Tarrafal is in poor condition, it's still accessible with a four-wheel drive. The ten-kilometer trek is worth it for the unparalleled privacy and stunning scenery.

Gombeza Bay Beach

10 Aiden Flynn

This beach is absolutely amazing and the best part is that it's open to the public for free! Although it may take some effort to get there, it's definitely worth it. You can either take a 5-hour hike or a 1 hour and 30 minute ride in a 4x4 off-road vehicle. But trust me, the stunning views and crystal-clear waters make it all worth the trip.

Praia Tedja

8 Sarina Nadeem.

Lovely neighborhood pub. Ideal spot to enjoy a refreshing beer and observe the local guys shooting pool. Fantastic shoreline with plenty of activity, particularly during the afternoons and weekends.