Praia do Puruba
An undeveloped long beach on the north shore, where the Puruba and Quiririm rivers meet the sea. You can paddle upriver by kayak into mangroves and rainforest.
Praia do Puruba lies in northern Ubatuba, about 25 km from the city centre. It is roughly 1.5 km long, has almost no buildings, and is one of the most pristine beaches in Ubatuba. What makes it special is that two rivers join just behind the sand before flowing into the sea. Visitors can rent kayaks or paddleboards on the riverbank and paddle upstream into mangroves and rainforest, where you can see herons, kingfishers and other birds. The river is calm, making it suitable for families with children. To reach the beach, you have to wade across a shallow river from the car park, or take a small ferry. Note: the surf can be strong, so take care when swimming in the sea. There are no facilities on the beach, so bring your own supplies.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Ilha do Prumirim & Praia do Prumirim
- Cachoeira do Prumirim
- Praia da Almada
- Praia do Félix
- Praia de Itamambuca
- Praia da Fazenda
- Picinguaba
- Ilha das Couves