Photo of Maia Beach with bright sand surface

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Maia Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Maia Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Maia Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.TWE Bar e Restaurante is the closest place located 1700 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Maia Beach?

There are 4 places to stay in the Maia Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Maia Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1908111&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Salinas Praia Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6377983&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Araripe Lodge</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2780053&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pousada Luar de Monte Cristo</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4805924&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa Ilha de Itaparica</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8141509&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa com piscina em Ilha dos Frades</a></li></ul>

Praia do Maia

Araripe de Baixo, Brazil

#187 out of 187 in Bahia

Pleasant

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Perfect for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Enseada • 2.3 km

Map of beach

Bar TWE Bar e Restaurante

1.7km

Bar Léo Brito Dep de Bebidas

10 - Exceptional 1.9km

Restaurant Mr.Black Açaí Pizzaria e Hamburgueria

7.2 - Good 1.9km

Restaurant Acarajé da Jú / Comida Baiana

9.6 - Exceptional 2km

Bar JUNIO'S BAR

9 - Excellent 2km

Restaurant Pastelshow

10 - Exceptional 2km

Restaurant Jota bar

10 - Exceptional 2.1km

Restaurant Novo point

10 - Exceptional 2.7km

Bar Araripe Lodge Restaurante

8 - Very good 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Maia

9.6 - Exceptional 50m

Tourist Attraction Praia da Pedra Mole - Barra do Paraguaçu

9.6 - Exceptional 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Porto da Fonte

8 - Very good 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Praça rua do Areal

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Orla de Cairu

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Barragem Santo Antônio

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia das Amendoeiras

2.1km

Tourist Attraction Enseada do Paraguaçu

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Barra do Paraguaçu

2.3km

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About

Maia Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 187th place out of 187 beaches in the Bahia region 38 km away from its center, the city of Salvador. It is one of the beaches of Enseada settlement, just 2.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Maia Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia da Pedra Mole, which has a rating of 8.2.

Maia Beach is located in Bahia within Enseada, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+26 ^o C +24 ^o C

Air temperature

4.7 M/S

Wind

+27 ^o C

Water temperature

2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Enseada • 2.3 km

Map of beach

Bar TWE Bar e Restaurante

1.7km

Bar Léo Brito Dep de Bebidas

10 - Exceptional 1.9km

Restaurant Mr.Black Açaí Pizzaria e Hamburgueria

7.2 - Good 1.9km

Restaurant Acarajé da Jú / Comida Baiana

9.6 - Exceptional 2km

Bar JUNIO'S BAR

9 - Excellent 2km

Restaurant Pastelshow

10 - Exceptional 2km

Restaurant Jota bar

10 - Exceptional 2.1km

Restaurant Novo point

10 - Exceptional 2.7km

Bar Araripe Lodge Restaurante

8 - Very good 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Maia

9.6 - Exceptional 50m

Tourist Attraction Praia da Pedra Mole - Barra do Paraguaçu

9.6 - Exceptional 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Porto da Fonte

8 - Very good 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Praça rua do Areal

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Orla de Cairu

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Barragem Santo Antônio

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia das Amendoeiras

2.1km

Tourist Attraction Enseada do Paraguaçu

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Barra do Paraguaçu

2.3km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.3km 17 min walk

Pedra Mole Beach Pedra Mole Beach

8.2 Very good

1.4km 18 min walk

Porto da Fonte Beach Porto da Fonte Beach

7.4 Good

2.5km

Monte Cristo - Linda Beach Monte Cristo - Linda Beach

7.8 Very good

3.1km

Wando - Monte Cristo Beach Wando - Monte Cristo Beach

7.8 Very good

4.5km

Bica Beach Bica Beach

7.7 Very good

5.1km

Bridge Beach Bridge Beach

7.8 Very good

9.3km

Porto Beach Porto Beach

7.8 Very good

9.6km

Cabucu Beach Cabucu Beach

8.3 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Enseada • 2.3km

Main locality of province

Salvador • 38km

Transport

Airport

CCQ • 33.4km

Bus Station

Terminal França - Comercio, Salvador - BA, 40010-020, Brasil • 34.3km

Train Station

RFFSA • 34.8km

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Average Reviews rating

6 Pleasant

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Raija Bristow

9 Excellent

Praia do Maia is a stunning gem nestled near the mouth of the Paraguaçu River. This tranquil beach is perfect for families seeking a peaceful outing. Its serene atmosphere and secluded location make it feel like a private paradise. You'll feel at ease as you bask in the sun and listen to the gentle lapping of the waves. It's a natural beauty that's sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who visits.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Maia Beach?

The coastline of Maia Beach 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 Maia Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Maia Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Maia Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Maia Beach is partially protected from waves.

So the overall recommendation of the Maia Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Maia Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Maia Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Maia Beach is visited only by a few travellers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Maia Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Maia Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.TWE Bar e Restaurante is the closest place located 1700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Maia Beach?

There are 4 places to stay in the Maia Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Maia Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Maia Beach from parking?

The Maia Beach has no parking spot.

Are there any attractions nearby Maia Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Maia Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praça rua do Areal located in 1.6 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Maia Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Maia Beach is March. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 25°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Maia Beach (Bahia) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Maia Beach (Bahia) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.