Praia dos Corais
Calm waters ringed by reefs, with natural pools. One of the most peaceful and safe beaches in the region, great for families with children.
Local guide · North Coast of Bahia
What to do in Guarajuba.
Guarajuba is one of the most sought-after beaches on the North Coast of Bahia, in Camaçari. Warm, calm waters protected by reefs, coconut groves and a seafront promenade with a cycle path set the scene for those seeking tranquillity by the sea — for a day out, for the season or to live.
- Calm waters and natural pools
- High-end gated communities
- ~45 km from Salvador Airport
- Access via the Estrada do Coco (BA-099)
Updated on Junho de 2026
The beaches
Genipabu
At low tide, natural pools of crystal-clear water appear; the largest and best known is the so-called Lagoa Azul (Blue Lagoon).
Praia do Surf
Where the waves pick up strength — the favourite spot for surfers and windsurfers, with a fine view over the whole shoreline.
What to do
Natural pools
Bathe in the pools that form among the reefs. Plan ahead: they appear at low tide.
Boat trips
Departures along the shore to watch dolphins and swim in the natural pools.
Seafront cycle path
Walk or cycle by the sea, along the whole Guarajuba promenade.
Tamar Project
Sea-turtle conservation centre, in Praia do Forte, about 20 minutes away.
Garcia d'Ávila Castle
Ruins of a 16th-century building, in the Praia do Forte area, amid the coastal vegetation.
Surf and windsurf
At Praia do Surf, where the waves invite you in for much of the year.
Where to eat
The star is the moqueca — fish, prawn or crab —, alongside bobó de camarão (prawns in a cassava-and-coconut cream), the freshest seafood, acarajé and tropical fruit. A few names that tend to feature among the favourites of the region’s regulars:
Bar do Carlinhos
Moquecas by the sea, at one of Guarajuba's most traditional addresses.
Barraca do Camilo
Toes in the sand, tables and hammocks — the fish moqueca is the highlight.
Prefeitinho Jr.
Sea views and Bahian cooking — the bobó de camarão is a hit.
Getting there
Guarajuba is about 45 km from Salvador Airport, reached via the Estrada do Coco (BA-099), on the North Coast of Bahia.
Practical tips
- Check the tide table before planning a day at the natural pools.
- Bring sun protection and water — the shoreline is long.
- The finest late afternoons are on the promenade itself, with the tide coming in.
Want to live in Guarajuba?
Águas calmas e condomínios de alto padrão no Litoral Norte da Bahia.