Baia Formosa

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Baia Formosa which includes a beach and general coastal views
Baia Formosa which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach
Baia Formosa showing boating, a beach and general coastal views
Baia Formosa showing a sandy beach, fishing and general coastal views
Baia Formosa featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach
Appreciate the magnificent views of the sea from this cliff-top fishing village. Climb down to the water to visit its pristine beaches.

Baía Formosa is a charming town surrounded by tree-covered cliffs, serene beaches and rows of quaint boats at sea. Its namesake beach is spectacular, with reddish dunes and rocky waves ideal for surfers. Relax on the many quiet beaches that seem a world away from stress and urbanity.

The stretches of sand run along the coast for about 16 miles (26 kilometers). Admire the ponds, trails and mangrove forests that decorate these beaches. Enjoy a picnic on Sagi Beach or Bacupari Beach, among the best known of these sandy havens. Others include Spring Water Beach, Cacimba Beach, Point Secret and Dolphin Bay. The latter, beside the port, is a popular fishing spot. See dolphins leaping from the water off the coast of the town.

Marvel at the scenic Araraquara Lake, which is nicknamed the Coca-Cola Lake for its dark water, quite safe for swimming. Note the tree roots that grow fruit in this terrain, which is rich in iodine and iron oxide. Junco Lake is another interesting natural water feature.

Beyond the town is the Mata de Estrela, which is the largest Atlantic forest reserve in the state with more than 4,900 acres (2,000 hectares) of woodland. Note that certain parts of the forest are restricted.

Stay for the picturesque sunset, when vacationers and locals gather at the town’s viewpoints. Enjoy the romantic ambiance as you walk along the seaside boulevard.

The town is the easternmost commune in the state of Rio Grande do Norte. Note that Baía Formosa is Portuguese for Beautiful Bay. It is said that upon arriving, the Portuguese exclaimed: “Oh what a beautiful bay!”

Baía Formosa is 60 miles (100 kilometers) south along Brazil’s eastern coast from Natal. Get around the small town on a rented buggy or by using the bus system. Ferries transport passengers between the secluded beaches of the area. Visit the upscale resort of Pipa, a 38-mile (60-kilometer) drive north.

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Pousada La Bonita
2.5 out of 5
Francisco Fernandes Freira, 361, Baia Formosa, RN
The price is €61 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
€61
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23 Dec - 24 Dec
Book a stay at this beach pousada in Baia Formosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pontal de Baía Formosa and Lagoa Araraquara ...
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Chalemar Hotel Pousada
3 out of 5
Av. Costeira, 40 - Orla Marítima, Baia Formosa, Rio Grande do Norte
The price is €62 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
€62
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Baia Formosa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Pontal de Baía Formosa and Lagoa Araraquara ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (109 reviews)
"Minha estadia foi maravilhosa, O lugar é perfeito super tranquilo,o quarto bastante organizado,grande e limpo, ótimo para quem quer aproveitar com seu parceiro ou em família.Amei muito❤️"

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Praia Bonita Resort
Praia Bonita Resort
3.5 out of 5
Av Mosenhor Antonio Barros, 13, Praia de Camurupim, Nisia Floresta, RN
The price is €52 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
€52
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Nisia Floresta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Lagoa do Arituba and Praia de Camurupim ...
7.8/10 Good! (257 reviews)
"Good food. Caring staff. Location near the natural pools of Camurupim. Nice swimming pool. Good price"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2021

Praia Bonita Resort
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Solar Água Pipa- Summer Pipa
Solar Água Pipa- Summer Pipa
3 out of 5
R. das Gameleiras, Tibau do Sul, RN
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Tibau do Sul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Pipa Beach and Rua do Céu are located ...
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Solar Água Pipa- Summer Pipa
Pipa panorama
Pipa panorama
3.5 out of 5
Travessa dos flamingos, 171, Tibau do Sul, RN
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Tibau do Sul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Pipa Beach and Rua do Céu are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (18 reviews)
Boa pousada
"Embora a pousada tenha boa estrutura achei o valor um pouco alto e nao adicionando o cafê da manhã que me trouxe desconforto"

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2024

Pipa panorama
Villa Recanto de Sophie
Villa Recanto de Sophie
3.5 out of 5
Rua Mangaba, 80, Tibau do Sul
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Tibau do Sul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Pipa Beach and Rua do Céu are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
Hotel Maravilhoso
"Estadia perfeita, local maravilhoso para o casal. Tudo perfeito!..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Villa Recanto de Sophie
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