It's impossible to talk about Brazil and don't think about its beaches and great weather. Although Rio de Janeiro is the most popular destination — especially during Carnaval — the country has other incredible places for beach lovers.
The Brazilian Northeast has a coastline that stretches over 1,800 miles, featuring secluded beaches with calm waters and palm trees. Another great thing about the Northeast is that the sun shines most days in this region and can be visited year-round.
10 Coqueirinho, Paraíba
Travelers can easily spend a couple of days exploring Paraiba's south coast as its home to paradisiac beaches. Coqueirinho, Conde, holds the reputation of being the most beautiful beach in the region, and it lives up to the hype.
The place is full of palm trees and red cliffs, contrasting with its turquoise water. Visitors can walk until Tabatinga, another incredible beach, when the tide is low.
Coqueirinho tends to be crowded during the Brazilian summer (from October to February), and the best way to avoid crowds is by visiting it on the weekdays.
Most travelers stay in João Pessoa, 27 miles from Coqueirinho, and schedule a day tour with an official buggy drive to visit Coqueirinho and other famous beaches in Conde.
9 Baía do Sancho, Pernambuco
Baía do Sancho (Sancho Bay) has been voted the most beautiful beach in the world multiple times. This remote beach can only be reached through narrow stairs carved on rocks, but the efforts are worth it.
Sancho is a secluded beach, and its water features shades of blue and emerald green. There are no restaurants or vendors around, so bringing water and some snacks is recommended.
This beach is located on Fernando de Noronha, a small archipelago about one hour and a half from the mainland in Brazil.
The island is a privileged diving spot, home to diverse marine life and other incredible beaches.
8 Jericoacoara, Ceará
When tourists discovered Jericoacoara — or just Jeri — the place used to be a fishing village without electricity, but things have changed dramatically.
Jeri is now one of the leading touristic destinations in Brazil with boutique hotels, busy nightlife and many restaurants.
The perfect winds attract kitesurfers from different countries, and the beaches surrounded by dunes create a unique scenario.
During the day, travelers go on day trips to explore the lagoons nestled between the dunes famous for having hammocks inside the water, and the day often ends at Praia do Centro, where tourists wait for the sunset.
7 Madeiro, Rio Grande do Norte
Pipa is a popular beach destination in the Brazilian Northeast and home to some heavenly beaches — but there is one that stands out among all of them.
The Madeiro beach is surrounded by palm trees, and it's the favorite spot for surfers. If visitors are lucky, they can see dolphins jumping on the water early in the morning and find some protected turtle nests between November and May.
There are many kiosks along the beach, so it's possible to spend the whole day there.
6 Antunes, Alagoas
When visiting the Brazilian Northeast, it's essential to check the sea tide to understand what to expect from each beach.
Traveling during the low tide allows visitors to enjoy natural pools and walks between different beaches. Antunes, for example, is a heavenly beach with white sand, clear water and full of palm trees.
Another great place to visit nearby is Barra Grande, famous for its Caminho de Moises (Moses Path), a sand path inside the water that only appears during the low tide.
5 Taipu de Fora, Bahia
Travelers can't go wrong when deciding to spend some days in Bahia, home to an incredible coastline. Taipu de Fora is an excellent example of what travelers can expect when visiting the region.
This 4.5-mile beach features tall palm trees and coral reefs.
The main attraction in Taipu de Fora is a giant natural pool that appears during the low tide and is filled with colorful fishes, making it an excellent place to go snorkeling, and the best period to visit is during the full moon when the tides are lower.
After a long day at the beach, visitors can go to the Lagoa Azul (Blue Lagoon) and enjoy its fresh water.
4 Genipabu, Rio Grande do Norte
The dunes and freshwater lagoons are the main attractions at Genipabu. The best way to explore the beach is by hiring a buggy tour consisting of going up and down the dunes and stopping in famous lagoons.
Travelers can try skibunda, an activity where they slide from the top of the dune until the water, and have fun on the zip lines and dromedary rides.
Genipabu is located in Natal, a city with other great beaches such as Ponta Negra. It's also easy to combine Natal and Pipa in the same itinerary.
3 Moreré, Bahia
Travelers looking for a secluded place should add Boipeba to their bucket list. The small island in Bahia is surrounded by calm waters and has a vast rainforest.
Of course, visitors can expect to find lots of palm trees along its heavenly beaches. Moreré is the most famous spot on the island, and it has some small restaurants where tourists can try incredible seafood dishes.
Boipeba is the perfect island for travelers looking for some quiet days. It's also possible to visit it on a day trip leaving Morro de São Paulo, a more touristy and vibrant place.
2 Carneiros, Pernambuco
Carneiros became famous thanks to a chapel built on the beach surrounded by palm trees. It's not only a popular tourist attraction but a popular wedding destination.
The place tends to be crowded during summer and public holidays, and the best time to visit is during the weekdays.
When the beach is empty, visitors can walk along the coast and lay down on the sand for hours. Another popular activity is going on a boat or buggy tour to other beaches nearby.
1 Lençóis Maranhenses, Maranhão
Technically, the Lençóis Maranhenses isn't a beach but a National Park, where more than 36 thousand lagoons are formed thanks to the rain.
Although the park is open year-round, the best period to visit is between June and late August, when the lagoons have more water.
To visit the Lençóis, tourists must stay a few days in Barreirinhas, Atins or Santo Amaro. It's also possible to go on trekking that lasts up to five days and sleep in the house of locals.