Photo of Praia de Bananal Grande with bright sand surface

Photo of Praia de Bananal Grande with turquoise pure water surface

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8.1

Very good

Praia de Bananal Grande

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia de Bananal Grande?

The bar is located right on the Praia de Bananal Grande.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante e Pousada Coqueiro Verde is the closest place located 3400 meters from the beach.

Praia do Bananal, Brazil

#165 out of 375 in Rio de Janeiro

8.1

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Motor boat rent Good for Snorkeling

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Located within the settlement

Bananal • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante e Pousada Coqueiro Verde

9.2 - Excellent 3.3km

Bar PIRATA PARK SACO DO CÉU

3.3km

Bar Bar da Pedra

3.4km

Restaurant Gruta das Estrelas

8.8 - Excellent 3.5km

Restaurant Restaurante Refúgio Das Caravelas

9 - Excellent 3.6km

Bar Saco do céu Restobar

9.4 - Excellent 3.6km

Restaurant Flutuante Do Saco Do Ceu

8.6 - Excellent 3.8km

Restaurant Restaurante Lagoa Azul

6.6 - Good 3.9km

Restaurant Restaurante do Hélio

6.8 - Good 3.9km

Hiking Area Mirante da Lagoa Azul

1.8km

Hiking Area Trilha para Praia de Iguacu

5.8km

Hiking Area Trilha para Dois Rios

9.6km

Park Ilha de Cataguás

9.8km

Hiking Area Trail to the beach Sororoca

10km

Ice Cream Shop Sorvetes e Cia Saco do Céu

10 - Exceptional 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Igreja da Freguesia de Santana

9.4 - Excellent 2.2km

Tourist Attraction Prainha da Freguesia de Santana

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Lagoa Azul

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Praia Dos Macacos

9.2 - Excellent 3km

Tourist Attraction Praia Canto da Paty

10 - Exceptional 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Monkey Island

9 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Funil

9.6 - Exceptional 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Msc Seaview

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Amor

4.7km

Historical Landmark Ruínas do Lazareto

8.4km

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About

Praia de Bananal Grande is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 165th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 108.8 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Bananal settlement, just 0.2 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.

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. There is a campsite located nearby.

Praia de Bananal Grande coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. Daily boat rental service is located nearby.

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

16 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Araca, which has a rating of 8.4.

Praia de Bananal Grande is located in Rio de Janeiro within Bananal, 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 coast of the Grande island, 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

+24 ^o C +20 ^o C

Air temperature

2 M/S

Wind

+24 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Bananal • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante e Pousada Coqueiro Verde

9.2 - Excellent 3.3km

Bar PIRATA PARK SACO DO CÉU

3.3km

Bar Bar da Pedra

3.4km

Restaurant Gruta das Estrelas

8.8 - Excellent 3.5km

Restaurant Restaurante Refúgio Das Caravelas

9 - Excellent 3.6km

Bar Saco do céu Restobar

9.4 - Excellent 3.6km

Restaurant Flutuante Do Saco Do Ceu

8.6 - Excellent 3.8km

Restaurant Restaurante Lagoa Azul

6.6 - Good 3.9km

Restaurant Restaurante do Hélio

6.8 - Good 3.9km

Hiking Area Mirante da Lagoa Azul

1.8km

Hiking Area Trilha para Praia de Iguacu

5.8km

Hiking Area Trilha para Dois Rios

9.6km

Park Ilha de Cataguás

9.8km

Hiking Area Trail to the beach Sororoca

10km

Ice Cream Shop Sorvetes e Cia Saco do Céu

10 - Exceptional 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Igreja da Freguesia de Santana

9.4 - Excellent 2.2km

Tourist Attraction Prainha da Freguesia de Santana

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Lagoa Azul

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Praia Dos Macacos

9.2 - Excellent 3km

Tourist Attraction Praia Canto da Paty

10 - Exceptional 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Monkey Island

9 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Funil

9.6 - Exceptional 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Msc Seaview

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Amor

4.7km

Historical Landmark Ruínas do Lazareto

8.4km

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Located at nearest locality

Bananal • 3.6km from center

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6.7km from the beach

8.3 Very good

Casa Triplex em Angra dos Reis

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Located at nearest locality

Bananal • 6.9km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

What to do in Praia de Bananal Grande? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

When it comes to what to do in Praia de Bananal Grande, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.

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 Praia de Bananal Grande. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Praia de Bananal Grande 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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Nearest Beaches

510m 7 min walk

Bananal Pequeno Bananal Pequeno

7.4 Good

840m 11 min walk

Whale Beach Whale Beach

7.1 Good

1.3km 17 min walk

Praia de Matariz Praia de Matariz

7.7 Very good

2.1km

Praia de Araca Praia de Araca

8.4 Very good

2.4km

Praia de Freguesia de Santana Praia de Freguesia de Santana

8.3 Very good

2.5km

Praia de Grumixama Praia de Grumixama

7.6 Very good

2.9km

Passaterra Beach Passaterra Beach

8 Very good

3.1km

Praia Dos Macacos Praia Dos Macacos

8.1 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Bananal • 300m

Main locality of province

Rio de Janeiro • 108.8km

Transport

Airport

SNZ • 57.6km

Bus Station

Rodovia Procurador Haroldo Fernandes Duarte • 15.1km

Train Station

Santa Cruz • 61.6km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

8.1 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

8.1 Very good

Lorenzo Armando

10 Exceptional

This beach is truly amazing! It offers various shops, inns, and camping options. We were blown away by the stunning lookout point and the breathtaking landscape. It almost reminded us of the famous Gavea stone in Ilha Grande!

April 2023

Lena Krynnu

10 Exceptional

Although Morro do Bananal is a difficult climb, the view from the top is absolutely stunning.

April 2023

Renato Rodrigues da Silva

10 Exceptional

Dinho and Rodrigo's Okinawa guesthouse is an amazing place. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a great place to stay.

April 2023

Pedro Silva cidadão do mundo

8 Very good

The beach was stunning and I enjoyed the lunch area. I highly recommend trying the fresh fish caught that day at the Japanese colony pé.ite.

April 2023

Larissa Silva

10 Exceptional

Wow! It's like paradise! The water is crystal clear and warm, and there are so many different types of fish to see. The Pousada do Preto is top-notch - the staff are incredibly polite and attentive, and the atmosphere is peaceful and quiet. And the food is delicious!

April 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Praia de Bananal Grande?

The coastline of Praia de Bananal Grande 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 de Bananal Grande?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia de Bananal Grande, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

The Praia de Bananal Grande is also suitable for the following water activities:

Snorkeling

Is the Praia de Bananal Grande good for swimming?

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

Praia de Bananal Grande is partially protected from waves.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Praia de Bananal Grande 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 de Bananal Grande secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Praia de Bananal Grande 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 occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Praia de Bananal Grande?

Praia de Bananal Grande can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers (tent)

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia de Bananal Grande?

The bar is located right on the Praia de Bananal Grande.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante e Pousada Coqueiro Verde is the closest place located 3400 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Praia de Bananal Grande?

There are 423 places to stay in the Praia de Bananal Grande area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia de Bananal Grande include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Praia de Bananal Grande from parking?

The Praia de Bananal Grande has no parking spot

Are there any attractions nearby Praia de Bananal Grande?

There are 4 attractions near Praia de Bananal Grande that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Igreja da Freguesia de Santana located in 2.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Praia de Bananal Grande?

The month with the highest temperature in Praia de Bananal Grande is January. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 22°C and water 23°C. See more details in weather section.