Beaches of Santa Catarina, Brazil

Garopaba is a town on the South coast of the state of Santa Catarina in Brazil. Before being discovered by tourists, Garopaba was a small fishing village.

Garopaba central beach

Garopaba beach is the most urbanized and is approximately 2 km long. It is surrounded by  coast of Siriú on the north.  Among POI’s are:

  • Church, built upon a rock
  • the old city of Garopaba, a fishing village, built in “good old times” style, in contrast to the green and modern buildings in SC.

Garopaba beach offers varieties of hotels, hostels, campsites, bars and restaurants to suit all tastes.

Praia de Garopaba / Garopaba Beach

Praia de Garopaba / Garopaba Beach

Siriu Beach

The Siriu beach is located at 9 km north of Garopaba. Lonely and virgin, surrounded by dunes up to 40 meters high, it offers excellent opportunities in surfing.

Siriu beach

Siriu beach

 Silveira Beach

Silveira beach is very popular among lovers of surfing and nature.

Silveira Beach, Santa Catarina, Brasil

Lagoon Silveria

“Secret” and quite place for those willing to get lost in nature

Lagoon Silveria

 Rust Beach

It has been growing rapidly for the last decade and believed to be a paradise for surfers. The beach is located 5 km from the center of Garopaba, has beautiful scenery, contrasting with the modern guest houses and the rustic dwellings of the natives. The Beach of Rust is full of life 24 hours a day. You will enjoy there one of the most spectacular sunsets in Santa Catarina coast.

Beach Rust

 Barra Beach

Separated from Rust beach by a canal and a small hill, Barra is secluded and very quiet, perfect for those who want to relax. It is one of the most reserved places of Garopaba. From there, the tourist follow by a two kilometers track to reach the Ouvidor beach.

Barra Beach

Barra Beach

Ouvidor Beach

This small beach is considered by many people a paradise. It is surrounded by palm trees and virgin forest, underlined with white sand and transparent water.

Ouvidor beach

Ouvidor beach

Vermelha Beach

This beach has no infrastructure and is well isolated from civilization.

Vermelha beach

Vermelha beach

Rosa Beach

The name Rosa Beach, emerged from the farmer’s name, Mr. Rose, who lived there many years ago, and his farm was the only way to because to get to the beach. Rosa is not correct name in English, and when you go there, you say: “I go to Praia do Rosa.”
It is known worldwide as one of the 30 most beautiful bays in the world.
It is also considered by Next Travel, as one of the 10 most beautiful beaches in Brazil. The beach is situated in 80 kilometers south of Florianópolis, it is seven kilometers long, and is surrounded by a wonderful green trees, flowers, cactuses and mountains. It is perfect place for surfing, windsurfing, jet skiing, fishing, horseback riding and trekkin.

Praya do Rosa

Praya do Rosa

Luz beach

Beautiful sunsets, fishing, surfing, yoga and magnificent view on Praya do Rosa

luz Beach

Praya do Luz

Ibiraquera beach

This beach is a place for those seeking peace. Located in the city of Imbituba, this is a good place for windsurfing and kitsurfing.

Ibiraquera beach

Ibiraquera beach

Vila beach

The corner of Praia da Vila (Vila beach) is one of the most famous places in the surfing world. The beach is the only one in Latin America that hosts the World Surfing Championship (WCT). The Vila Beach is located in the center of Imbituba and has a stunning visual landscape defined by the shore and the islands. The beach is great for fishing and whale watching as close as 20 meters from the beach.

Praya do Vila

Vila beach

Sonho beach

The water here is calm and perfect for fishing. Ideal for those seeking peace and quiet.

Sonho beach

Sonho beach

 Pinheira Beach

Praia da Pinheira offers varieties of attractions, from eco-tours (walking through deserted beaches) to buying fresh fish from local fishermen.

Pinheira beach

Pinheira beach

 Praia da Guarda do Embaú

Semi-island in 80 km from Floripa

Guarda do embau

Guarda do embau

 Gamboa beach

Gamboa beach is perfect for those who enjoy walking and exploring the nature. It is 2 km long and is followed by beach Embaú Guard.

Gamboa beach

Gamboa beach