Baía do Sancho
Repeatedly named one of the world's best beaches, Baía do Sancho requires climbing down two vertical iron ladders through a rock cleft to reach the sand. Snorkelers may spot sea turtles and shoals of fish.
A golden-sand bay cradled by cliffs, with emerald, crystal-clear water that has repeatedly topped TripAdvisor's list of the world's best beaches. Walk from the parking lot along a trail to a lookout, then descend two sections of vertical iron ladders through a rock cleft to the sand. Boat trips also bring you here. Sea turtles and manta rays are commonly seen while snorkeling in the bay. The beach lies within the marine national park, so you need a national marine park entry ticket (about BRL 370 for foreign visitors, valid for 10 days) and must swipe it at the entrance. There are no shops on the sand, so bring your own water and sunscreen.
Opening hours
08:00–18:30
Nearby sights
- Baía dos Porcos
- Morro Dois Irmãos
- Praia da Cacimba do Padre
- Baía dos Golfinhos Viewpoint
- Forte do Boldró
- Praia do Leão
- Projeto TAMAR Visitor Center
- Baía do Sueste