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8.1

Very good

Barra de Cunhau Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Barra de Cunhau Beach?

The bar is located right on the Barra de Cunhau Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Barraca do Léo is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

Praia Barra de Cunhau

Barra do Cunhau, Brazil

#5 out of 75 in Rio Grande do Norte

8.1

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Good for Sup surfing

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Located within the settlement

Quilombo Sibauma • 3.3 km

Map of beach

Bar Barraca Deu Onda

10 - Exceptional 50m

Bar Barraca do Léo

10 - Exceptional 50m

Bar Travessia de Balsas

9 - Excellent 50m

Restaurant Barraca Central

9.4 - Excellent 50m

Bar Barraca do Leto

8.6 - Excellent 50m

Bar Barraca da nininha

9.4 - Excellent 50m

Restaurant Quiosque da paulista

10 - Exceptional 60m

Restaurant Esquina

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Bar Devassa Quiosque Do Carlinhos

8.2 - Very good 80m

Park Santuário Ecológico de Pipa

9.7km

Supermarket mercadinho canaã

580m

Tourist Attraction Praia Da Restinga

500m

Tourist Attraction Natureza Tur - Passeios de Barco e Lancha - Barra do Cunhaú

9.2 - Excellent 580m

Tourist Attraction Praia Barra do Cunhau

750m

Tourist Attraction Barra do Cunhaú

9.6 - Exceptional 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Jacuzzi Natural

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Rio Catu

10 - Exceptional 2.5km

Tourist Attraction of Sibauma beach

9.2 - Excellent 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Camarão na Fazenda

7 - Good 3km

Tourist Attraction Piscinas Naturais do Sibaúma

3km

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About

Barra de Cunhau Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 5th place out of 75 beaches in the Rio Grande do Norte region 58.9 km away from its center, the city of Natal. It is one of the beaches of Quilombo Sibauma settlement, just 3.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Barra de Cunhau Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

%s also has a football field located nearby.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Sibauma, which has a rating of 7.4.

Barra de Cunhau Beach is located in Rio Grande do Norte within Quilombo Sibauma, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

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

+27 ^o C +25 ^o C

Air temperature

7.5 M/S

Wind

+28 ^o C

Water temperature

1.5 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Quilombo Sibauma • 3.3 km

Map of beach

Bar Barraca Deu Onda

10 - Exceptional 50m

Bar Barraca do Léo

10 - Exceptional 50m

Bar Travessia de Balsas

9 - Excellent 50m

Restaurant Barraca Central

9.4 - Excellent 50m

Bar Barraca do Leto

8.6 - Excellent 50m

Bar Barraca da nininha

9.4 - Excellent 50m

Restaurant Quiosque da paulista

10 - Exceptional 60m

Restaurant Esquina

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Bar Devassa Quiosque Do Carlinhos

8.2 - Very good 80m

Park Santuário Ecológico de Pipa

9.7km

Supermarket mercadinho canaã

580m

Tourist Attraction Praia Da Restinga

500m

Tourist Attraction Natureza Tur - Passeios de Barco e Lancha - Barra do Cunhaú

9.2 - Excellent 580m

Tourist Attraction Praia Barra do Cunhau

750m

Tourist Attraction Barra do Cunhaú

9.6 - Exceptional 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Jacuzzi Natural

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Rio Catu

10 - Exceptional 2.5km

Tourist Attraction of Sibauma beach

9.2 - Excellent 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Camarão na Fazenda

7 - Good 3km

Tourist Attraction Piscinas Naturais do Sibaúma

3km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Pousada do Forte

Inn

Located at nearest locality

Quilombo Sibauma • 2.4km from center

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3km from the beach

9.9 Exceptional

Sitio Vila das Flores

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Quilombo Sibauma • 1.4km from center

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3.6km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Residencial Sibauma

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Quilombo Sibauma • 380m from center

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3.9km from the beach

9.9 Exceptional

Vilamar

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Quilombo Sibauma • 710m from center

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4.2km from the beach

Encantadora Casa de Campo proximo a praia de Pipa Tibau do Sul

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Quilombo Sibauma • 5.7km from center

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4.3km from the beach

Chales Vovo Tuta

Resort Villa

Located at nearest locality

Quilombo Sibauma • 1.3km from center

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7.3km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Filha Da Lua Ecolodge

Resort

Located at nearest locality

Quilombo Sibauma • 4km from center

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7.5km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Village Paraiso da Lua

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Quilombo Sibauma • 4.2km from center

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7.7km from the beach

Casa Valentina

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Quilombo Sibauma • 4.5km from center

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7.8km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Chale 2 dorm Pipa

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Quilombo Sibauma • 4.5km from center

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7.9km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Sempre Vivo

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Quilombo Sibauma • 4.6km from center

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7.9km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Little Kamala

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Quilombo Sibauma • 4.6km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

What to do in Barra de Cunhau Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Barra de Cunhau Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Barra de Cunhau Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Barra de Cunhau Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section. In addition to water activities, sometimes you wish to play on the ground, for example, volleyball (football). On this beach there is a volleyball (football) area and if you want you can play volleyball with other holidaymakers or with your friends.

In most cases, the question What to do on Barra de Cunhau Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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7.2 Good

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Praia Baia dos Golfinhos Pipa Praia Baia dos Golfinhos Pipa

8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Quilombo Sibauma • 3.3km

Main locality of province

Natal • 58.9km

Transport

Airport

NAT • 50.1km

Bus Station

Terminal Rodoviário De Pedro Velho • 24.8km

Train Station

Estação Parnamirim • 50.2km

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Average Reviews rating

8.1 Very good

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8.1 Very good

Luisa Gabriela Perez

10 Exceptional

Good

April 2023

Luisa Martinez

10 Exceptional

This beach is top-notch.

April 2023

Liria Delgado

10 Exceptional

Good

April 2023

Kieran Jameson

10 Exceptional

This beach is top-notch.

April 2023

Nathaniel Kye

10 Exceptional

Good

April 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Barra de Cunhau Beach?

The coastline of Barra de Cunhau 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 Barra de Cunhau Beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Barra de Cunhau Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day. The reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.

The Barra de Cunhau Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

The reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.
Kite and windsurfing
Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Activities available on the ground:

Football (nearby)

Is the Barra de Cunhau Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Barra de Cunhau Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Barra de Cunhau Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Barra de Cunhau Beach good for families?

Yes, the Barra de Cunhau Beach is good place for families with children. 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 very smooth.

Is the Barra de Cunhau Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Barra de Cunhau Beach 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.

What are the key audiences of Barra de Cunhau Beach?

Barra de Cunhau Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers (tent)
Families with children
Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Barra de Cunhau Beach?

The bar is located right on the Barra de Cunhau Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Barraca do Léo is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Barra de Cunhau Beach?

There are 764 places to stay in the Barra de Cunhau Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Barra de Cunhau Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Barra de Cunhau Beach from parking?

The Barra de Cunhau Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Barra de Cunhau Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Barra de Cunhau Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia Da Restinga located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Barra de Cunhau Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Barra de Cunhau Beach is March. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 26°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Barra de Cunhau Beach (Rio Grande do Norte) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.