Are you looking to save money? Is the dollar high? A good option to save money is to go to Caribbean without even leaving Brazil! That's right, what you're reading!
You can travel to paradise while spending much less. Some Brazilian beaches are also popular because their beauty is so similar to that of one of the most famous places in the world.
Like the beauty of its waters, which are very reminiscent of Caribbean.
See below what the places are and a simple itinerary so you can know how to get to know each one of them.
Discover the Brazilian beaches that have been compared to the Caribbean
1- Port of Galinhas
Whenever someone asks for a travel tip for the Northeast, Port of Galinhas is a highly recommended destination for tourists, as it has beautiful beaches and natural pools also.
It is interesting to remember:
- One of the best places for those looking to combine great infrastructure and nature.
- It is one of the most popular beaches in the country, so it can be a very crowded place.
- If you prefer to save money, it is best to go during low season, which is when prices are more competitive.
- If you want to save money, staying in the center is not a good idea, so look for hotels in Muro Alto.
Porto de Galinhas reminds me a lot Punta Cana which is the place in Caribbean which provides a good combination of infrastructure and natural beauty.
2- Maracajaú Beach and Shallows
Rio Grande do Norte also has its natural pools worthy of Caribbean.
The parrachos are known as such by local tourists, but there are also coral formations that are 7km away from Maracajaú beach.
Access is via catamaran or speedboat, and on the high seas, there is a platform where visitors can enjoy the beauty of the place.
It is interesting to know:
- The floating platforms provide a good base for diving in the shallows, as well as providing a beautiful viewpoint at the top.
- However, the tour is very popular and it is not uncommon to find natural pools with a lot of movement.
- One tip is: stay in Natal or São Miguel do Gostoso to make a day trip to Maracajú.
3- Arraial do Cabo
The crystal clear sea and beautiful shades of blue are reminiscent of the wonderful beaches of Curaçao. What's more, the climate is very favorable.
Just like on the Caribbean island, Cabo's Camp It has a climate with little rain and is warm most of the year.
Interesting to know:
- The beaches are not only beautiful, they also have crystal clear waters.
- The destination has a good accommodation infrastructure.
- During the summer, the place gets quite crowded.
4- Sao Paulo Hill
When it comes to natural pools and crystal clear waters, Morro de São Paulo is one of the most sought-after destinations in the state of Bahia.
With the quality of being an isolated location on an island, only accessible by boat, the place receives even more of the Caribbean title for its lively nights.
Interesting to know:
- The beaches are wonderful and their names are easy: First, Second, Third and Fourth Beach.
- There are a large number of guesthouses on Primeira and Segunda Praia, which are closer to restaurants and nightlife.

5- Paraty – RJ
Many people travel to Paraty with the idea of visiting its historic center, but the best thing about this place is that there are also many beaches worthy of the Caribbean.
When we talk about Caribbean, the islands come to mind, right? Well, the best thing is that Paraty has more than 60 islands for you to visit!
Since we are comparing places in our Brazilian region with the Caribbean, the one that would best fit this location would be Cartagena.
Since we are talking about a beautiful historic city with colonial architecture.
Interesting to know:
- The best thing about this destination is the excellent combination of the charm of the historic center with great cuisine, which is the highlight of Paraty.