Barra do Cunhaú
Barra de Cunhaú
A fishing-village beach at the mouth of the Cunhaú River; buggies take a ferry across the Catu River, and the area is known for low-tide natural pools, river boat trips and kitesurfing.
Barra do Cunhaú belongs to the municipality of Canguaretama, at the mouth of the Cunhaú River about 15 km south of Pipa. The four-hour buggy route from Pipa takes a small ferry across the Catu River and stops at the beach bars by the river mouth. At low tide there are natural pools and 'natural massage pools.' You can also take a boat through the mangroves at the river mouth to the Restinga sandbar on the far bank. The sea breeze here is steady, making it a popular kitesurfing spot. Near the river mouth there is a small chapel and a viewpoint, and the shrimp dishes at the seafood restaurants are well known. The ferry fee is usually not included in the buggy tour price and costs about R$100 per vehicle, round trip.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Sibaúma Beach
- Praia das Minas
- Baía Formosa
- Chapadão Cliffs
- Praia do Amor
- Avenida Baía dos Golfinhos
- Pipa Beach
- Dolphin Bay