Manaus Ágil tourism and culture of the AmazonFor those who are planning a trip in this period, a good option is to get to know the beaches of Pará.
Unlike other regions of the country that at this time of year are facing the cold winter, in the North the heat is intense, thanks to what is called the Amazonian summer. For those who are planning a trip during this period, a good option is to visit the beaches in Pará. The state is bathed by the Atlantic Ocean, so in several of its cities it is possible to find saltwater beaches. Besides, of course, the options of freshwater beaches.
Pará is the second largest state in Brazil in land area and the most populous in the region. One of the most popular destinations for tourists in Pará is Alter do Chãoisland located 30 kilometers from the municipality of Santarém. During the Amazonian summer, from July to the beginning of December, the place receives many visitors. Alter do Chão is known as the Amazonian Caribbean, due to its beaches of white sand and crystalline water.
Among the places that must be part of the itinerary of those who visit Alter do Chão is the Cururu beach, where the tourist can, in addition to bathing in the river, get to know the local crafts and take ecological tours. There is also the Ilha do Amor (Island of Love), which stands out for the enormous sandbank that is formed during this time of the year. The fastest way to get to Alter do Chão by plane is with a ticket to Santarem. MAP flights leave Manaus for Santarém on Sundays and Tuesdays.
Another place worth visiting in Pará, with beautiful beaches, is Salinópolis (or Salinas), 214 kilometers from Belém. In the town lies Atalaia beach, known for its dark sand and strong green sea water. When the tide is low, the strip of sand becomes quite extensive, attracting even more tourists. The Farol Velho beach, also in Salinópolis, provides a tranquil environment, with a calm sea and warm water. Maçarico beach stands out for its preserved nature and mangrove vegetation.
The city of MaracanãMaracanã, 172 kilometers from the capital Belém, is where you can find Algodoal Beach, which has an extensive strip of sand with mangroves and trails, where you can enjoy, besides the sea, the practice of sport fishing and boat rides. Algodoal offers a variety of nighttime activities, with reggae and carimbó shows.
Another very popular place in Pará is the city of Mosqueiro72 kilometers from the capital. In the city lies Paraíso beach, a stronghold of surfers and ecotourists. The sea is ideal for swimming and sport fishing. "Paraíso" also has an excellent infrastructure, with chalets and restaurants, for those who wish to spend a few days there.
To get to know Salinópolis, Algodoal and Mosqueiro you have to go to Belém and, from there, take a car or bus to the towns. MAP has flights to the capital of Pará, leaving Manaus every day.
