Praia da Joaquina
Praia da Joaquina is the most famous surfing beach in southern Brazil, stretching 3 kilometers with strong and consistent waves that attract surfers from around the world. The beach hosts national and international surfing championships. Beyond the waves, the beach is famous for its adjacent sand dunes where sandboarding was invented. Sandboards can be rented locally to enjoy sliding down the dunes. The beach is surrounded by stunning natural scenery and offers facilities including restaurants, showers, and lifeguards during summer season.