Florianopolis Beaches – Continued!

Last week we covered some of the beaches you can find in Florianopolis. We discussed the best places to surf, a couple spots with thriving nightlife, and of course the spots you want to be at to get that perfect tan.

This week we’re talking about the beaches beyond surfing. Snorkeling, romantic getaways and more!

If surfing isn’t you’re thing, do not worry. Florianopolis’ many beaches have something for everyone – seriously, there are over 40 of them! Aside from the world class surf, you will also be able to find some amazing snorkeling, swimming and diving spots. If the fish are what you want to see, then Campeche Island is where you want to be, a national heritage spot that happens to have some archeological rock art and drawings! A short boat ride from Florianopolis will land you on a tropical paradise complete with white sand and calm and clear water. Snorkeling along the rocky coasts are the best spots to find some beautiful tropical fish. Remember – this is a place that is protected by the Brazilian government, don’t ruin the beauty and make sure you keep a hold of any garbage you produce!

Now that you’ve done some amazing snorkeling and diving, it’s time to get out of the water and enjoy the sun and the sand. Sandboarding at Joaquina Beach, located on the east side of Florianopolis, will be one of the cheapest activities to do to get the adrenaline pumping! At a cost of just a few dollars for a couple of hours of riding time, Sandboarding these beautiful natural sand dunes is a nice getaway from the typical beach activities! Typically, sandboarding is a great activity to do in the colder months from May to October when the sand isn’t as hot! Be sure to remember to keep the clothes on though, falling could result in some unwanted scratches and cuts!

Now that you’ve tired yourself out from the activities on some of the beautiful beaches in Florianopolis, you might want to escape the crowds and head out to a more secluded and quite beach to wrap up the day. Lagoinha, situated between Praia dos Ingleses and Canasvieiras is a beautiful spot at the very northern tip of Florianopolis. Lagoinha is backed by a small fishing village and is the best spot to be if you want to see a gorgeous sunset in Florianopolis. So why not grab somefresh seafood and enjoy the sunset!