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Sao Goncalo Beach

Name: Sao Goncalo Beach
Address: Paraty, State of Rio de Janeiro
Rating: 4.5

580 Reviews

#18 of 145 things to do in Paraty

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Paraty, Paraty, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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“Piece of heaven ”

Just about 25km from Paraty - towards Angra dos Reis - there's this beautiful beach with calm... read more

Reviewed January 10, 2018

Fernanda L

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“Beach 30 minutes away from Paraty but it worths the effort”

Warm and calm water, lots of parking areas available (average R$10,00 per car) next to the sand, an... read more

Reviewed January 18, 2017

Luiggi-Campany

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4.5

580 reviews

Excellent51%
Very good35%
Average11%
Poor2%
Terrible1%

Jan 10, 2018

“Piece of heaven ”

Jan 18, 2017

“Beach 30 minutes away from Paraty but it worths the effort”

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Paraty, Paraty, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Fernanda L

Reviewed January 10, 2018 via mobile

Piece of heaven

Just about 25km from Paraty - towards Angra dos Reis - there's this beautiful beach with calm waters, perfect to have a few drinks and enjoy the view of Mata Atlântica, the typical vegetation of the Brazilian coast 🌴 You can - and should -...More

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Luiggi-Campany

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Reviewed January 18, 2017

Beach 30 minutes away from Paraty but it worths the effort

Warm and calm water, lots of parking areas available (average R$10,00 per car) next to the sand, an option to take a boat ride to the island in front of the beach like "Ilha do Pelado" for instance, not too many people even during high...More

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48traveler65

Seattle, Washington

526

Reviewed August 27, 2016

As close to pristine as you're likely to find

About a 15 minute drive from Paraty. A minute village, can park for free, don't let the entrepreunerial guy steer you into his paid parking. Walk across a little pool of water and then beyond handful of kiosks (drinks, snacks). And you are alone. Walk...More

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J Pedro O

Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

5946

Reviewed December 23, 2015

Really enjoyed it - Saw a Macaw!

This was the first beach I went to in Paraty. The beach takes about 30 minutes by car to arrive at. It is really beautiful!! Ignore what the people said about having to take a boat to the beach. If you park your car on...More

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dancinggoats

San Angelo, Texas

24081

Reviewed March 28, 2015

Nice secluded beach

We stumbled on this beach but were quite pleased. Parking is only R$10 and the walk is short to the beach. Be prepared to cross a small river/stream that is a little cool, but depending on tide, it is only about mid-thigh to waist deep....More

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Timothy B

Reviewed March 5, 2015 via mobile

Beautiful scenery and a bar/restaurant as well. You pay for parking but it is worth it. It's a short walk to the beach

We truly enjoyed ourselves at this beach. It's a 25 minute drive from paraty and its 10reals for parking but it was worth it. You do have to cross the river but there are shallow areas. You will enjoy beautiful scenery and a convenient bar/restaurant...More

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letibevi

London

2612

Reviewed January 17, 2015 via mobile

Great river to relax

The beach is pretty but the water is a bit too hot at the sea but you can refresh at the river. I love going to beaches with rivers where you can get fresh water on the river. I'd recommend this beach!

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Jay S

New York City, New York

286

Reviewed January 8, 2014

Fun Beach for couples or familias

Clean warm water. Acceptable snack bar and regular bar. Have To Pay for parking. A Little far from Town.

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YoungCoupleFromGRU

Sao Paulo

12975

Reviewed December 16, 2013

Nice beach if you want peace

A peaceful beach with some infrastructure (including paid food service). Pros: - Nice view - Quiet place (no loud music) - Preserved nature Cons: - Be prepared to pay few bucks to park your car (R$10) and use the bathroom (R$ 1) - A small...More

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eileenmg

munich

189

Reviewed March 4, 2012

relax

Large, attractive beach with small rstaurant. The water is calm and very warm.

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