Praia da Joaquina
One of Brazil’s top surfing beaches, which has hosted several world surfing tour events, with a large white sand dune behind it.
The best-known surf beach on the east coast, it has hosted several world surfing tour events since the 1980s. Waves are consistent, and there are surf schools and board rentals. A viewpoint on the giant rocks at the north end of the beach offers great coastline photos, and behind the beach lie huge dunes where you can go sandboarding. Summer crowds are heavy and parking is tight, so arrive early. Waves and rip currents are strong, so swim only within the area marked by lifeguard flags. The beach is about 5 km from the lagoon town.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Joaquina Dunes
- Praia Mole
- Barra da Lagoa
- Lagoa da Conceição
- Projeto TAMAR Florianópolis
- Praia do Campeche
- Barra da Lagoa Natural Pools
- Ilha do Campeche