That’s right! The north coast of Sao Paulo hides a paradise you never knew existed.
For that reason, in my trip to Brazil this year, instead of going to the Northeast, I decided to stay nearby so I can be closer to my family and friends. Last year I went to the Northeast of Brazil to a place called Arraial D’Ajuda.
After celebrating New Year’s with my family in Praia Grande in the South Coast I will again, start making my way up and my first pit stop will be in Sao Sebastiao!
The north coast of Sao Paulo is very beautiful with beaches surrounded by the Atlantic Rainforest. It’s the only place in Brazil where you can see the contrast of the blue skies, the blue of the sea and all the green around it. It’s really something extraordinary. Some of the beaches are still preserved and that’s my destination… a preserved beach that I will talk about after I give you an overview of Sao Sebastiao.
In Sao Sebastiao there are many options for you in terms of beaches, waterfalls, forests, rivers, accommodations, restaurants, bars, lots of beautiful landscaping and ecotourism!
For that reason, in my trip to Brazil this year, instead of going to the Northeast, I decided to stay nearby so I can be closer to my family and friends. Last year I went to the Northeast of Brazil to a place called Arraial D’Ajuda.
After celebrating New Year’s with my family in Praia Grande in the South Coast I will again, start making my way up and my first pit stop will be in Sao Sebastiao!
The north coast of Sao Paulo is very beautiful with beaches surrounded by the Atlantic Rainforest. It’s the only place in Brazil where you can see the contrast of the blue skies, the blue of the sea and all the green around it. It’s really something extraordinary. Some of the beaches are still preserved and that’s my destination… a preserved beach that I will talk about after I give you an overview of Sao Sebastiao.
In Sao Sebastiao there are many options for you in terms of beaches, waterfalls, forests, rivers, accommodations, restaurants, bars, lots of beautiful landscaping and ecotourism!
It is the oldest city of the North Coast (Sao Paulo) with 113 km in extension. There are about thirty beaches in Sao Sebastiao and you can search them online now that you know they exist!! Here they are: Boraceia, Jureia, Barra do Una, Juquehy, Barra do Sahy, Baleia (Whale), Camburi, Boicucanga, Maresias, Pauba, Santiago, Toque Toque Pequeno, Calhetas, Toque Toque Grande, Guaeca, Barequecaba, Cabelo Gordo (Prainha), Pitangueiras, Praia Grande, Praia Preta, Porto Grande, Praia Deserta, Ponta da Cruz, Praia do Arrastao, Olaria, Sao Francisco, Cigarras e Praia da Enseada.
This time I chose to stay at Toque Toque Grande! Why? As I said, there are many well preserved beaches in Sao Sebastiao and this is one of them. It is a small fishermen’s beach and there are only few houses near it. With white and smooth sand, this beach is desert most of the year and it has calm water, great for diving and snorkeling. At this beach is where you can find the Ilha de Toque Toque Boutique Hotel which, by the way, is the only one in an extension of six kilometers. Of course that is my hotel choice as well because I love nature, tranquility, comfort, charm and beauty. And they have gorgeous ocean views! What can I say? Plus, the place is perfect for couples and I will be with my hubby! Their rooms are exquisite as you can see for yourself. There are only 12 units and all of them are equipped with either, a private ofuro, pool or Jacuzzi. All that only for yourself and your love! What else can I ask for? Seriously! Well, you might say: how about the service? Renata and Pavao are the owners and a beautiful couple that will make sure everything is perfect! You can ask them anything about the region, the beaches, waterfalls, the best places to eat nearby… although you may prefer not to leave your nest, once you get there. Plus, their restaurant is wonderful. See the menu here
It’s is also worth to see also Sao Sebastiao’s historic center which is close to the hotel. There is an Archeology Farm that you can visit. It has ruins of a huge and rich farm of slaves and you can see some of the pieces in a museum in downtown. To visit however, you need to hire a monitor from the city and the reservation is made by phone. In the same museum, you can also see one image of Saint Luzia, dated of 1652. There is a church originally constructed in the XVII century. All of these are part of the history of the city.
Note that I’m talking only about Sao Sebastiao here! But the Sao Paulo’s North Coast has a lot more to offer and I will talk about them in another opportunity. For now, I think you will be a little busy with so many discoveries! Staying in Sao Sebastiao, gives you flexibility to visit all the beaches nearby. The ones I mentioned above.
I wanted to give you one more piece of information about Sao Sebastiao. From there you can go to Ilha Bela (Beautiful Island), another great option for you to visit while you are in Sao Sebastiao with lots of things to do. I will talk about it in details later too, however, now you can check it out for yourself as you know about its existence.
See, now when you talk about Sao Paulo, you can visualize not only the numerous skyscrapers and business and traffic! You can visualize beautiful beaches and places! You can actually relax in Sao Paulo, after all, these great beaches are only three hours away!
I’m absolutely sure that you will love Sao Sebastiao and its beaches and all!
Note that I’m talking only about Sao Sebastiao here! But the Sao Paulo’s North Coast has a lot more to offer and I will talk about them in another opportunity. For now, I think you will be a little busy with so many discoveries! Staying in Sao Sebastiao, gives you flexibility to visit all the beaches nearby. The ones I mentioned above.
I wanted to give you one more piece of information about Sao Sebastiao. From there you can go to Ilha Bela (Beautiful Island), another great option for you to visit while you are in Sao Sebastiao with lots of things to do. I will talk about it in details later too, however, now you can check it out for yourself as you know about its existence.
See, now when you talk about Sao Paulo, you can visualize not only the numerous skyscrapers and business and traffic! You can visualize beautiful beaches and places! You can actually relax in Sao Paulo, after all, these great beaches are only three hours away!
I’m absolutely sure that you will love Sao Sebastiao and its beaches and all!
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