Parrachos de Maracajau
Parrachos de Maracajau
Parrachos de Maracajau
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- CarolSarretaRibeirao Preto, SP145 contributionsWe were very lucky the week we were in Christmas, because the tide table was very low. And that day, when we went to Maracajau, the tide was 0.1! The tide is low, which contributes to the water being clean... Don't be fooled by thinking that in the open sea you'll get to you... it just means that the water will be excellent for diving and clear... which allows beautiful photos!Visited November 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten November 28, 2024
- Cristiane D1 contributionThe landscapes are wonderful, the care of everyone from the fixed platform is impeccable. I would like to talk about the free diving instructor Alexandre, a wonderful, caring person, makes you enjoy diving. Congratulations!!!!! Everyone very friendly. It is worth the walk!!!Visited January 2025Traveled with familyWritten January 26, 2025
- Thais MJuiz de Fora, MG112 contributionsSensational the place! Beautiful water, but has to go with low tide! We went catamaran and in the parrachos has the support that is linked to the restaurant parrachos de maracajau! Close the Underwater Photo Vacation Package that's worth it!Visited October 2024Traveled with familyWritten October 22, 2024
- Angélica G SilvaItapevi, SP197 contributionsThe boat journey takes approximately 1h. Unfortunately, now in September sale a lot, so, for those who do not have a habit, the boat swings, and the waters also get agitated. The site can reach 3m in depth. For those who do not know how to swim, the staff usually "improvises" a bow with the floating vest. It's a quiet walk, but as I said, the sea was turbulent and with a lot of flow, it can scare. But there's a lot of fish, I think it's worth the walkVisited September 2024Traveled soloWritten September 14, 2024
- Matheus C2 contributionsWonderful, very beautiful. Observe the tide to visit. We went by car to a restaurant called Anéis (I think that's what it's called) with a fantastic structure as well. Fair price by location and infrastructure.Worth it!!Visited October 2024Traveled with familyWritten October 18, 2024
- Arlete A11 contributionsA paradise! Wonderful place, lush nature. Service from the support site, simply amazing! Definitely, note a thousand!!! I liked all the tours in Christmas, but this one, without a doubt, was the most beautiful!!❤️Visited October 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten October 23, 2024
- JuagosjuSao Paulo, SP38 contributionsWe chose the low tide board (0.1) and we were lucky to “set foot” at some points in high sea. Meanwhile, the sea was “pulling” and we couldn’t swim in peace. My children, already teenagers, ⁇ seeing the fish and so, a nice experience for them. But the water was darker because of the winds of the time. The support structure on the mainland is good, good food, chicken fries, the support of the catamaran team and the photographers are extremely good! Very patient, attentive and polite. They could adequate an access to the catamaran, it is really unpleasant the route we have to make in the water until we get in it.Visited July 2024Traveled with familyWritten July 27, 2024
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Sergio M
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Sep 2024 • Couples
I gave a minimum score, but there were 2 reviews, one terrible and another excellent.
terrible : the organizers provide snorkeling. I don't know why (I think to rent another model that has a cost of 30,00), they remove the filter that prevents water from entering the mouth, any drop of saltwater that enters the mouth, it's a very uncomfortable feeling, I know how to swim very well, but with this equipment, I had difficulty, very bad experience.
Excellent: I left the snorkeling aside, and I picked up my swimming oculos, even having to hold my breath, the experience of seeing marine life is optimal.
If the organizers make the snorkel available, it has to be delivered in such a way that it can be used, not missing an important piece and, so (I don't know if for wanting to take advantage) , spoil the ride of those who don't have another resource .
terrible : the organizers provide snorkeling. I don't know why (I think to rent another model that has a cost of 30,00), they remove the filter that prevents water from entering the mouth, any drop of saltwater that enters the mouth, it's a very uncomfortable feeling, I know how to swim very well, but with this equipment, I had difficulty, very bad experience.
Excellent: I left the snorkeling aside, and I picked up my swimming oculos, even having to hold my breath, the experience of seeing marine life is optimal.
If the organizers make the snorkel available, it has to be delivered in such a way that it can be used, not missing an important piece and, so (I don't know if for wanting to take advantage) , spoil the ride of those who don't have another resource .
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Written October 8, 2024
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Suzano, SP20 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
We took the tour with the team at Parrachos Praia Clube, who offer an excellent structure, I recommend it. The trip is worth it, but I wasn't so lucky, as it was very windy that day and made snorkeling a little difficult. The highlight of the tour was the JetSub experience, a difference that the company offers that is totally worth it. The parracho has a very extensive coral strip, with good visibility and a depth of approximately 2.2 meters, so I recommend the tour for people who know how to swim. Those who don't know can do it, but they won't enjoy it as much.
Written September 1, 2023
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Monique
Petropolis, RJ13 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
Maracajau is very beautiful, but it has some cons! The experience was worth it, especially because I stayed at an excellent support point (Maracajau Diver) and took the tour with a great receptionist (Marazul). That was certainly the difference, which made the trip worth it. The support point was delicious, super organized and super relaxing. Furthermore, the support point offered in the middle of the sea was also impeccably structured. However, the place to see the fish with a snorkel is very deep (even on good tide) and you need to use a float. You don't have that impression of being in a natural pool. So, if you have this expectation or if you are going with children, I believe the ideal tour is the Parrachos of Perobas and Rio do Fogo. When I chose this tour I didn't have this guidance and I ended up regretting the choice I made.
Written January 31, 2024
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Rosana B Martins
Joinville, SC67 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Initially, I would like to congratulate Cristina from MARAZUL Receptivo who, with a lot of experience, dedication and promptness, organized the tours, suggesting options and adjusting them until the package was finalized, which turned out wonderful.
The trip to Parrachos do Maracajaú was fantastic: it started with a quad bike ride through the lagoon, dunes and beach.
Afterwards, diving in Parrachos with an oxygen cylinder. A unique experience that will leave this emotion forever!
The Delícia guide, a super guide to guide us, passing on information with detail, love and lots of affection!! Thank you Delicia!
To the diving instructor, the person who accompanied us on the dive and the photographer, we are very grateful for their professionalism!! This dive was fantastic, thanks to you!!!
The trip to Parrachos do Maracajaú was fantastic: it started with a quad bike ride through the lagoon, dunes and beach.
Afterwards, diving in Parrachos with an oxygen cylinder. A unique experience that will leave this emotion forever!
The Delícia guide, a super guide to guide us, passing on information with detail, love and lots of affection!! Thank you Delicia!
To the diving instructor, the person who accompanied us on the dive and the photographer, we are very grateful for their professionalism!! This dive was fantastic, thanks to you!!!
Written December 8, 2023
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Cris K
18 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
The trip to Maracajau is beautiful. We took the company Maracajau Diver, went by speedboat to Parrachos, much better than a catamaran, which takes around 90 people.
The service is impeccable, the breakfast is excellent! Their place is a very nice lawn with coconut trees. The shrimp pastry is great.
We rode quad bikes (theirs too) in the dunes, beach and lagoon. It was too much. And the lobster skewer in the lagoon: 10!
But at this time of year, the winds and the sea are rough and diving to see the fish is unfeasible. The tour is a lot of fun, but I think they should warn you.
But as I had already been on another occasion, it was worth the trip!
The service is impeccable, the breakfast is excellent! Their place is a very nice lawn with coconut trees. The shrimp pastry is great.
We rode quad bikes (theirs too) in the dunes, beach and lagoon. It was too much. And the lobster skewer in the lagoon: 10!
But at this time of year, the winds and the sea are rough and diving to see the fish is unfeasible. The tour is a lot of fun, but I think they should warn you.
But as I had already been on another occasion, it was worth the trip!
Written September 30, 2023
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lelia marta gob... m
93 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
Do a lot of research before going on this tour. Not worth it due to the tide. Arriving at the site and finding it 2m deep, this is not a swimming pool. We left at 4:30 on Christmas Day, including breakfast, which was simply horrible: crushed fruit (3 small slices of papaya, melon and watermelon), loaf bread with really bad ham and cheese, coffee, milk and tea. A very questionable juice too (I don't even remember). Exorbitant price (like everything in Natal, very expensive).
Parrachos Praia Clube has a good structure and a tasty lunch.
The best thing about the tour was that we were lucky enough to see dolphins along the way. The dive itself wasn't worth it. Nothing much in the way of marine life that was possible to see.
Parrachos Praia Clube has a good structure and a tasty lunch.
The best thing about the tour was that we were lucky enough to see dolphins along the way. The dive itself wasn't worth it. Nothing much in the way of marine life that was possible to see.
Written January 14, 2024
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Jessica L
Sao Paulo, SP2 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
We did several other tours, but diving was definitely the most incredible! In addition to the natural beauty, we were enchanted by the attention, kindness and professionalism of the team of divers. They don't try to push the diving package at any cost, they give you the opportunity to test it and respect your opinion. Photos cost $100 (package) or $20 individually.
My husband and I did it and we LOVED it! Initially I had difficulty, but the divers, especially Mateus, helped me, he was super calm, patient and with that I was able to enjoy the trip 100%!!
My husband and I did it and we LOVED it! Initially I had difficulty, but the divers, especially Mateus, helped me, he was super calm, patient and with that I was able to enjoy the trip 100%!!
Written January 27, 2024
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Lorena G
20 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
I only give it a 4 because we spent a long time waiting for the tour and besides the pool and spending at the restaurant, there weren't many activities to do.
We walked on the beach, ate a little and waited for the tour, without a doubt the organization of the tour and the resort was impeccable! All the attentive staff to resolve doubts, the way of billing and ease of organization leave something to be desired.
We spent around 3.5 hours waiting for the tour, during that time we walked along the beach, took photos, but we didn't like using the pool, so we missed having hammocks or chairs to sit more comfortably while we had a few drinks. The only area that has this comfort is small and closed, I believe it would be interesting to have some options spread across the lawn. Therefore, if you have the option of going by car at a time closer to boarding, it is worth it!
Other than that, the experience was excellent!
We walked on the beach, ate a little and waited for the tour, without a doubt the organization of the tour and the resort was impeccable! All the attentive staff to resolve doubts, the way of billing and ease of organization leave something to be desired.
We spent around 3.5 hours waiting for the tour, during that time we walked along the beach, took photos, but we didn't like using the pool, so we missed having hammocks or chairs to sit more comfortably while we had a few drinks. The only area that has this comfort is small and closed, I believe it would be interesting to have some options spread across the lawn. Therefore, if you have the option of going by car at a time closer to boarding, it is worth it!
Other than that, the experience was excellent!
Written October 20, 2023
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MariaLu
Buenos Aires, Argentina52 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
We went with 2 children, ages 3 and 6, thinking that it was a calm walk and that we could swim among fish, but it is not a walk suitable for children. To begin with, it is necessary to go quite far into the sea to get on the catamaran, we obviously had to carry them in our arms but also the babies who when you go with creatures are huge... we did not take into account that the bags get wet and for example we lost the diapers because of that. day…
Later on the catamaran the life jackets are not the same size as the size 3 for example, we don't tie them just like that but no
It was protected.
The diving part is 3 meters deep but it is very steep and with
Lots of movement, we were scared to go down. With them upa. They got bored... the beach is not appropriate nor suitable for babies because it is an ATV zone so you cannot be on the coast in peace. Anyway, no agency really says it… it is not an activity for families…
Later on the catamaran the life jackets are not the same size as the size 3 for example, we don't tie them just like that but no
It was protected.
The diving part is 3 meters deep but it is very steep and with
Lots of movement, we were scared to go down. With them upa. They got bored... the beach is not appropriate nor suitable for babies because it is an ATV zone so you cannot be on the coast in peace. Anyway, no agency really says it… it is not an activity for families…
Written September 20, 2023
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Tatiane Corcioli
Guarulhos, SP40 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
We took the trip to the Maracajaú natural pools and I considered it reasonable.
The place is beautiful but the natural pool is not extremely low (even at low tide, which was our case) so it is not so pleasant to stay in the water.
Compared to the parrachos in Rio do Fogo, I found the experience there much better.
Maracajaú was cool to visit but it's not a trip I would do again.
The place is beautiful but the natural pool is not extremely low (even at low tide, which was our case) so it is not so pleasant to stay in the water.
Compared to the parrachos in Rio do Fogo, I found the experience there much better.
Maracajaú was cool to visit but it's not a trip I would do again.
Written January 2, 2024
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Preciso saber se dá pra ir de Uber?
Quantos km de Natal?
Se poderem me informar.
Obrigado.
Written August 12, 2020
Como estará funcionando semana que vem os passeios? Alguma restrição devido ao corona virus? Ou estará funcionando normalmente?
Written March 17, 2020
Olá, gostaria de saber se para esse passeio é necessário saber nadar?
Written February 8, 2020
Matheus Fogaça
Braganca Paulista, SP
Depende da maré,se estiver baixa não,porém se estiver alta como no dia em que eu fui sim,e quando a maré está alta tem uma correnteza bem forte que te puxa para longe da embarcação,além de ter que tomar cuidado para não bater nos corais.
O bom é consultar como vai estar a maré antes de fechar o passeio.
Written February 20, 2020
Ola pessoal
Estou indo no final do ano e gostaria de receber alguma indicação de algum lugar com estrutura com piscina e restaurante para passarmos o dia. Estaremos indo em familia com 2 bebês de 1 ano e 1/2. Pretendemos até os parrachos. Desde já agradeço!!!
Written October 10, 2019
Hola normanel, a mi tambien me apasiona el snorkell, donde mas me recomendas ir, ya que decis que hay otras playas. gracias
Written October 7, 2019
Hola para hacer snorkel con un niño de 4 años viajo en junio gracias
Written June 1, 2019
Buenas tardes, podrían decirme el precio por persona para hacer snorkel? gracias
Written May 12, 2019
Can we turn up to go scuba diving
Written April 15, 2019
Dear Christine F, I share your concern. Today I posted a transcription of a note (in spanish, I guess you can translate it using google) I sent to the President of IBAMA (the agency for the environment in Brasil). The touristic impact is killing the reef, already dead more than 50% of them around the touristic platforms. Very sad
Written April 3, 2019
Hola lo hice con luck, tal vez veas que es más caro pero incluye entrada al parque Manoa que son piscinas con toboganes imperdibles y el paseo en lancha con las máscaras de snorkel(todo nuevo y en buen estado). En otras empresas tal vez sea más barato pero llegas allá y tenes que pagar todo como extras
Written April 2, 2019
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