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Editor\u2019s note: Due to COVID-19 concerns<\/em>, the U.S. State Department is encouraging potential visitors to\u00a0<\/em><\/em><\/em>reconsider\u00a0all travel<\/a>\u00a0abroad<\/em>.<\/em> Read <\/em>more here<\/a> for updates on the situation and information on when it might be safe to travel again to destinations like the ones below.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

No trip to Brazil is complete without a trip to at least one of its beautiful beaches, but with over 7,000 miles of coastline, you\u2019ll need to find the beach that\u2019s right for you. Some people like to swim in the waves, others want to stay as still as humanly possible as they get their tan on, and many of us fall somewhere in between. Here are the best beaches in Brazil for every type of personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rio de Janeiro: The Olympian<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rio de Janeiro was host to the summer 2016 Olympics, but even when the city is not in an Olympic year, Rio de Janeiro is all about movement. If you want to jog along the Atlantic or maybe find a pick-up game of volleyball or futebol<\/em>\u00a0on the sand, Rio is the place to be. And as you explore the city along the shore, you\u2019ll find outdoor gymnasiums where you can tone your muscles\u00a0while<\/em>\u00a0you tan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even if you\u2019re not the type of person who packs their running shoes on every vacation, you\u2019ll still want to stay close to the beach to appreciate the beauty of the city and, maybe, be lucky enough to witness some prime Olympic eye-candy in training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Grumari: The Day-Tripper<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Only an hour from the crowds of Copacabana in Rio, the beach town of Grumari has less than 200 inhabitants. The Atlantic forests and its mountains meet the sea, making the neighborhood a panorama like no other, making it the perfect day trip from Rio. How to get there? A tour company, like SouthAmerica.travel<\/a>, will bring travelers to Grumari\u2019s off-the-beaten-path beaches inaccessible by car\u2014including Praia do Perigoso, Praia do Fundo, Praia do Inferno and Praia do Meio. On the way back to Rio, guests stop at a traditional seafood restaurant for famous dishes like Moquca de peixe <\/em>(a Brazilian saltwater fish stew) and pastel de camar\u00e3o (shrimp pastry).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

S\u00e3o Sebasti\u00e3o: The Adventurer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you\u2019re looking for nature in Brazil, S\u00e3o Sebasti\u00e3o is renowned not only for its tranquil and clean beaches like Juquei<\/a><\/span>\u00a0and\u00a0Camburi<\/a><\/span> but also for its thick jungles and trails. Take the ferry across the channel to explore the island of Ilhabela<\/a><\/span>. Once you\u2019re there, it\u2019s best to sign on for a jeep tour in order to ride the one road that will take you through the mountains to the other side of the island, where you\u2019ll find the beautiful and remote Bonete\u00a0Beach<\/a><\/span>. Nearby\u00a0hiking\u00a0trails<\/a><\/span> lead to stunning waterfalls like Cachoiera\u00a0do\u00a0Gato<\/a><\/span>\u00a0pictured above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guaruja: The Beach Bum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Among the most popular beaches for native Brazilians, Guaruja and the nearby city of Santos are great spots for travelers who want to sit back, beer in hand, and enjoy the ocean. With plenty of bars and snack-shops right on the sand\u2014with vendors plying\u2014you\u2019ll never need to stray far from your towel. Because in Guaruja, everything comes to you. This beach-shopping culture is common throughout Brazil, and here you\u2019ll see it in full effect as people stroll by selling everything from peanuts by the handful to horse rides. Praia\u00a0de\u00a0Enseada<\/a><\/span> is the city\u2019s main stretch, but if you\u2019re looking for something different, the smaller and little-known\u00a0Eden\u00a0Beach<\/a><\/span>\u00a0is a little less crowded, as it takes a short drive through the forest and a steep hike down a staircase to get there. Despite this, when you arrive you\u2019ll find all your needs met with a restaurant and full bar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ubatuba: The Surfer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Known as the\u00a0surfing\u00a0capital\u00a0of Brazil, Ubatuba hosts more than ten important surf competitions every year, and it\u2019s not hard to see why. Just down the coast from S\u00e3o Sebasti\u00e3o, Ubatuba offers beaches perfect for surfers of any level, though some, like\u00a0Brava\u00a0Da\u00a0Almada<\/a><\/span>, can only be accessed by hiking paths. If you\u2019re looking to stay in touch,\u00a0Felix\u00a0Beach<\/a><\/span>\u00a0is located in a lively neighborhood with plenty of restaurants and bars to visit after a long day in the ocean. With\u00a0plenty<\/span>\u00a0of beaches to choose from, you can always find the right one to suit your mood.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Related:<\/h3>\nBrazil\u2019s Kitesurfing Paradise<\/a><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Praia do Rosa: Sophisticated Surfing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Revered as the ultimate beach town escape from the bustling Brazilian cities of Curitiba and Florianopolis, Praia do Rosa\u2019s verdant Atlantic forest, white-sandy dunes, and picturesque beaches have brought photographers and models here for photoshoots throughout the years. The area is also known for its cobblestone streets as well as cultured, eco-conscious residents, who contribute to its reputation as a \u201csophisticated surf village.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traveler Tip: <\/em><\/strong>Peak migratory season for the endangered Southern Right Whales is from July to November.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Natal: The Resort Lover<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The city called Christmas, or\u00a0Natal<\/span><\/a>\u00a0in Portuguese, is a gift to beach-goers. Its proximity to the equator combines with a constant breeze to make this city the perfect resort town for stress-free vacation seekers. But Natal doesn\u2019t only have beaches\u2014visitors can also visit the world\u2019s largest cashew tree or tour the epic sand dunes via\u00a0dune\u00a0buggy<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Salvador: The Historian<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Salvador, aka\u00a0\u201cthe\u00a0capital\u00a0of\u00a0happiness,\u201d is well known for its Afro-Brazilian history and is the perfect city for blending cultural immersion with your beach vacation. As the first colonial capital of Brazil, the city began as a main port for the slave trade, and no city has preserved the unique and colorful culture of Afro-Brazilians like Salvador. In the streets of the\u00a0Pelourinho<\/em>, the historic center of the old city, you\u2019ll find musicians playing everything from samba to reggae and street performers practicing\u00a0capoeira<\/em>, the Brazilian fight-dance martial art that was invented by African slaves. Throughout the city, you\u2019ll find museums, monuments, and some of the oldest and most beautiful churches in all of Brazil. Best of all for beach-seekers, Salvador is located on a peninsula, which means there\u2019s plenty of coastline<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beaches close to the city center are not known for being very clean, so it\u2019s best to follow the locals and head to beaches in the city\u2019s smaller neighborhoods like Farol\u00a0da\u00a0Barra Beach<\/span><\/a>,\u00a0Itapo<\/span><\/a>, and\u00a0Flamengo<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ilha Grande: The Naturalist\/The Adventurer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Blessed with white-sandy beaches, crystal-blue water, forested rolling hills and crisscrossing trails, Ilha Grande is an island paradise and small detour between S\u00e3o Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The area\u2019s unruffled environment boasts 93 miles of hiking trails, waterfalls, tranquil villages, and secluded beaches\u2014the island does not allow cars, which makes it even more quiet and reposeful. If you\u2019re looking to book a tour, SouthAmerica.travel<\/a> brings you to stunning beaches, like Lopes Mendes Beach, which includes a boat ride and a hike through the forest to get there. There is also Ilha Comprida, which is home to Lagoa Azul\u2014known as the \u201cBlue Lagoon\u201d\u2014a crystal-clear lagoon with calm waters and perfect for swimming and snorkeling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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