Photo of Araoca Beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Araoca Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Araoca Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Araoca Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Araoca Beach and the settlement

Photo of Araoca Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

8.3

Very good

Araoca Beach

Praia de Araoca

Cedral, Brazil

#6 out of 30 in Maranhão

8.3

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Puca • 3.3 km

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About

Araoca Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 6th place out of 30 beaches in the Maranhão region 57.5 km away from its center, the city of Sao Luis. It is one of the beaches of Puca 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 pure bright fine 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Araoca Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .

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

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. Parking is located directly on the beach.

Araoca Beach is located in Maranhão within Puca, 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

+30 ^o C +24 ^o C

Air temperature

6.9 M/S

Wind

+29 ^o C

Water temperature

0.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Puca • 3.3 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Puca • 3.3km

Main locality of province

Sao Luis • 57.5km

Transport

Airport

GMS • 14.3km

Bus Station

Terminal Rodoviario • 48.4km

Train Station

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8.3 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

8.3 Very good

Luis Garcia

10 Exceptional

The beach is stunning and pristine, with limited dining options that mainly consist of fish and shrimp. Some bars also offer sun-dried meat. Despite the small waves during high tide, the water is enjoyable for swimming. There is a bit of car noise pollution during peak vacation season, but it's generally quiet during other times of the year. Cars are allowed on the sand and can move around freely, providing a picturesque view from the access slope.

April 2023

Larissa Valtair

8 Very good

The beach is really clean and perfect for swimming in the ocean, but watch out for some rocks on the ocean floor. The food is amazing, with fresh fish, shrimp, and crab at very affordable prices. I highly recommend the fried shrimp skewer for only 5 reais. The road leading to the beach is decent, but the last 19km can be a bit bumpy. However, I had no issues driving there in a small car.

April 2023

Liam Rodriguez

10 Exceptional

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Rafael Silva

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Lena Rivera

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Questions and answers

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

The Araoca Beach is covered with soft and fine 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 also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Araoca Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Araoca 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 Araoca 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.

Araoca Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. 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 Araoca Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Araoca Beach 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Araoca Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Araoca 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.

The following features add extra points:

On the territory of the national park / reserve

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

The bar is located right on the Araoca Beach.

How far is the Araoca Beach from parking?

The Araoca 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.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Araoca Beach is November. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in May, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 28°C and water 29°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Araoca Beach (Maranhao) 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.Araoca Beach (Maranhao) 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.