Photo of Praia de Araca with bright sand surface

Photo of Praia de Araca with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Praia de Araca with spacious shore

Photo of Praia de Araca with very clean level of cleanliness

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Photo of Praia de Araca - popular place among relax connoisseurs

8.4

Very good

Praia de Araca

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia de Araca.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Lagoa Azul is the closest place located 2400 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Praia de Araca?

There are 496 places to stay in the Praia de Araca area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia de Araca include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7023941&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pousada Papiro Boutique</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7184986&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pousada e Pizzaria Suites Saco do ceu</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1303168&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pousada Tres Coqueiros</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6887721&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa de Temporada Ceu e Mar</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4875003&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa Triplex em Angra dos Reis</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9828234&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pousada e Pizzaria Suites Saco do ceu</a></li></ul>

Praia do Bananal, Brazil

#71 out of 375 in Rio de Janeiro

8.4

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Snorkeling

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Located outside the settlement

Freguesia de Santana • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante Lagoa Azul

6.6 - Good 2.3km

Restaurant Restaurante Mandala

6.6 - Good 2.4km

Restaurant Restaurante do Hélio

6.8 - Good 2.4km

Seafood Restaurant Restaurante Recanto da Praia

7 - Good 2.4km

Bar Bar da Pedra

2.5km

Restaurant Restaurante Refúgio Das Caravelas

9 - Excellent 2.7km

Bar PIRATA PARK SACO DO CÉU

2.8km

Restaurant Restaurante e Pousada Coqueiro Verde

9.2 - Excellent 2.9km

Bar Saco do céu Restobar

9.4 - Excellent 2.9km

Hiking Area Mirante da Lagoa Azul

840m

Hiking Area Trilha para Praia de Iguacu

5.5km

Hiking Area Trail to the beach Sororoca

7.9km

Park Ilha de Cataguás

8.8km

Ice Cream Shop Sorvetes e Cia Saco do Céu

10 - Exceptional 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Igreja da Freguesia de Santana

9.4 - Excellent 240m

Tourist Attraction Prainha da Freguesia de Santana

660m

Tourist Attraction Lagoa Azul

810m

Tourist Attraction Praia Dos Macacos

9.2 - Excellent 950m

Tourist Attraction Praia Canto da Paty

10 - Exceptional 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Monkey Island

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Msc Seaview

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Funil

9.6 - Exceptional 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Amor

3.8km

Historical Landmark Ruínas do Lazareto

8.1km

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About

Praia de Araca is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 71th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 107.3 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Freguesia de Santana settlement, just 0.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, 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, hikers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Praia de Araca 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, snorkeling.

16 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Freguesia de Santana, which has a rating of 8.3.

Praia de Araca (Rio de Janeiro) is located outside the Freguesia de Santana settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Grande island and the correct question is not how to get to Praia de Araca, but what mode of transport can be used to get to it, because this part of the coast is inaccessible by land. The beach can only be reached by water and you have to rent a boat to get there.

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 outside the settlement

Freguesia de Santana • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante Lagoa Azul

6.6 - Good 2.3km

Restaurant Restaurante Mandala

6.6 - Good 2.4km

Restaurant Restaurante do Hélio

6.8 - Good 2.4km

Seafood Restaurant Restaurante Recanto da Praia

7 - Good 2.4km

Bar Bar da Pedra

2.5km

Restaurant Restaurante Refúgio Das Caravelas

9 - Excellent 2.7km

Bar PIRATA PARK SACO DO CÉU

2.8km

Restaurant Restaurante e Pousada Coqueiro Verde

9.2 - Excellent 2.9km

Bar Saco do céu Restobar

9.4 - Excellent 2.9km

Hiking Area Mirante da Lagoa Azul

840m

Hiking Area Trilha para Praia de Iguacu

5.5km

Hiking Area Trail to the beach Sororoca

7.9km

Park Ilha de Cataguás

8.8km

Ice Cream Shop Sorvetes e Cia Saco do Céu

10 - Exceptional 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Igreja da Freguesia de Santana

9.4 - Excellent 240m

Tourist Attraction Prainha da Freguesia de Santana

660m

Tourist Attraction Lagoa Azul

810m

Tourist Attraction Praia Dos Macacos

9.2 - Excellent 950m

Tourist Attraction Praia Canto da Paty

10 - Exceptional 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Monkey Island

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Msc Seaview

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Funil

9.6 - Exceptional 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Amor

3.8km

Historical Landmark Ruínas do Lazareto

8.1km

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Located at nearest locality

Freguesia de Santana • 3.6km from center

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6.4km from the beach

9.8 Exceptional

Casa pe na areia na Praia de Fora - Ponta Leste - Angra dos Reis

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Located at nearest locality

Freguesia de Santana • 6.3km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

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

When it comes to what to do in Praia de Araca, 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.

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Nearest Beaches

400m 5 min walk

Praia de Freguesia de Santana Praia de Freguesia de Santana

8.3 Very good

530m 7 min walk

Praia de Grumixama Praia de Grumixama

7.6 Very good

1.1km 14 min walk

Praia Dos Macacos Praia Dos Macacos

8.1 Very good

1.6km 21 min walk

Whale Beach Whale Beach

7.1 Good

1.7km 22 min walk

Bananal Pequeno Bananal Pequeno

7.4 Good

2.1km

Praia de Bananal Grande Praia de Bananal Grande

8.1 Very good

2.4km

Japariz beach Japariz beach

8 Very good

2.8km

Praia de Freguesia de Santana Praia de Freguesia de Santana

7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Freguesia de Santana • 220m

Main locality of province

Rio de Janeiro • 107.3km

Transport

Airport

SNZ • 55.9km

Bus Station

Rodovia Procurador Haroldo Fernandes Duarte • 13.1km

Train Station

Santa Cruz • 59.9km

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8.4 Very good

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Praia de Araca?

The coastline of Praia de Araca 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 Araca?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia de Araca, 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 Araca is also suitable for the following water activities:

Snorkeling

Is the Praia de Araca 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 Araca is partially protected from waves.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Praia de Araca 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 Praia de Araca secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Praia de Araca is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. 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 Praia de Araca?

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

Hiking adventurers

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia de Araca.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Lagoa Azul is the closest place located 2400 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Praia de Araca?

There are 496 places to stay in the Praia de Araca area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia de Araca include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Praia de Araca from parking?

The Praia de Araca has no parking spot

Are there any attractions nearby Praia de Araca?

There are 4 attractions near Praia de Araca that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Igreja da Freguesia de Santana located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Praia de Araca 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.