Ministério do Turismo

Porto de Galinhas

Located at 60 km form the city of Recife, in the town of Ipojuca, the district of Porto de Galinhas became one of the most sought tourist destinations in Brazil. The paradisiacal landscapes of its ten beaches and the occurrence of sunshine three hundred and sixty-five days a year make the place the ideal destination for those who wants to relax or practice sports such as diving and surfing.   Generally speaking, the beaches of Porto de Galinhas have transparent calm waters, huge coconut trees, and fine while sands. The natural swimming pools that are formed on the beaches is the best option for relaxing swimming, especially for the children, who will find several species of colored fish in its waters.   Those who love sports such as surfing, windsurfing, and diving also find in this beach the perfect place to practice them. The beaches of Muro Alto, Cupe, and Maracaípe, as well as Santo Aleixo Island, offer the best options, with their stronger taller waves.   Another attraction in Porto de Galinhas area the growths of mangroves, that compose almost 60 km (37.28 mi.) of vegetation on the beaches of the Pontal de Maracaípe and Camboa. The rides on the swamp can be done on foot, or in kayaks and rafts, accompanied by local guides. There it is possible to see animal species such as crabs, oysters, aratus (small crabs, of squarish shape), and guaiamus (Cardisoma guanhumi, type of crab, typically found in growths of mangroves). Those who arrive in the area soon hear about the gigantic baobab, too. It is a tree that is more than 400 years old, located in the district of Nossa Senhora do Ó. The baobab was planted by black slaves, and its trunk is so thick that it takes 20 adults to fully embrace it.   From September to March, the real stars of Porto de Galinhas are the sea turtles. The species gests to the area to lay its eggs, and the nests are located between the areas of Pontal de Maracaípe and the beach Muro Alto. In each nest approximately 120 eggs are laid, and the birth of the nestlings happens at night.  Besides its attractions to be enjoyed during the day, Porto de Galinhas is absolutely charming at night, too. One of the most visited places is the Vila de Todos os Santos (All Saints' Village), an important gastronomical center located on the beach of Maracaípe. There we find the best options for those who can not live without the finest cuisine. For those who prefer dancing, the best place to go to are the nightclubs and bars of Porto de Galinhas, generally featuring live music.

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Basic information
Weather
The climate in Porto de Galinhas is hot almost all year round, with temperatures ranging between 24°C (75.20°F) and 32°C (89.60°F).
City facts
Porto de Galinhas (district of Ipojuca)
State: Pernambuco
Region: Northeast
Population (Ipojuca): 59,281 inhabitants
Area Code: (81)

Distances
Recife: 70 km (43.50 mi.)
Ipojuca: 19 km (11.81 mi.)
Cabo de Santo Agostinho: 38 km (23.61 mi.)
Caruaru: 173 km (107.50 mi.)
Accommodation / Restaurants
Those who get to Porto de Galinhas may choose between a simple lodge and a luxurious resort. The options are many – some by the seashore, others a little farther away from the sea. Rustic cottages, exotic bungalows, sauna, large swimming pools, bars and marina are part of the local attractions. However, no matter where you stay, you will enjoy the local natural beauty, the friendliness of the people from state of Pernambuco, and the tasty dishes of the local cuisine. The restaurants and bars of Porto de Galinhas are also ready to offer the tastiest local dishes, made with delicious seafood, from the traditional fried fish to the mixes of lobster and shrimp with tropical fruits. Do give it a try!
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How to get there
By Air: The closest airport to Porto de Galinhas is the Recife International Airport, located at 70 km. (43.50 mi.) from it.
By Road: The best way to get to Porto de Galinhas by car is taking the following highways: the BR-101 highway and the BR-232 highway, as well as the PE-015 road. There are many bus companies with daily schedules of buses to Porto de Galinhas, as well as taxi companies that take people there from Recife, at very reasonable prices.
Services
Town Hall of Ipojuca: +55 (81) 3551-1147/ 3551-1296
Tourist Information: +55 (81) 3552-1480
Health Center: +55 (81) 3552-1574
Bank Offices: In Porto de Galinhas there are offices and/or ATMs of Banco do Brasil, Bandep, Itaú, and Bradesco, besides ATM’s of the Banco24horas network (a system of interconnected ATM's that can be used by clients of the associated banks).
Related links

http://www2.uol.com.br/portodegalinhas/

http://www.guiapernambuco.com.br/cidades/portodegalinhas.shtml

http://www.zone.com.br/destinoaventura/index.php?destino=destino_mostra&mdireito=nao&id_destinos=76&pid
Attractions
Engenho Gaipió (Gaipió Mill)
The Engenho Gaipió is located at 17 km (10.56 mi.) from Ipojuca. In perfect state of conservation, the mill shows how the "Mill Lords” of the nineteenth century lived. In it visitors will see an imposing big house, and inside it we are welcomed by authentic furniture, dishes, and articles from the nineteenth century, as if traveling back in time to those days. The place became a permanent part of the history of the state of Pernambuco in 1848, the year it staged of one of episodes of the Praieira Revolt, a movement in Pernambuco that lasted from 1848 to 1852, linked to the unresolved conflicts remaining from the period of the Regency and local resistance to the consolidation of the Brazilian Empire that had been proclaimed in 1822. Further ahead, it is possible to get to the Gaipió River and to the Morro da Pedra Selada (Hill of the Saddled Rock), two other major attractions of the area.

Beaches
Gamboa
Located North to Porto de Galinhas, Gamboa is a beach of unique beauty. The area is almost wild, surrounded by coconut trees, and it has clear warm waters that form natural swimming pools, perfect for swimming and bathing.

Muro Alto (Tall Wall)
The beautiful high bank of sand and coconut trees lent its name to the beach, whose access is only possibly by buggy. Reefs, natural swimming pools, and the breeze from the coast of the state of Pernambuco complete the beauty of that beach, where the resorts of Porto de Galinhas are located.

Cupe
Cupe is a good option for leisure in Porto de Galinhas. Its strong waves are the meeting point of the local surfers, who frequently organize their competitions there. On that beach, formed by compacted sands, tourists find most of the hotels of the area.

Porto de Galinhas
The beach of Porto de Galinhas is simply perfect for those who want to relax, and also for swimming, especially for children. Here, in the transparent waters of the natural swimming pools formed by the warm waters of the sea, often do we see many different species of colorful fish from the area.

Maracaípe
It is the perfect place for those who like fun, having good waves that are just right for the organization of surfing championships. Also on that beach can visitor go for a food tour and savor the delicacies of the typical cuisine of the state of Pernambuco, in the charming area called Vila de Todos os Santos. Another local beauty is the Pontal de Maracaípe, where the waters of the river and the waters of the see meet, composing the perfect atmospheres for a raft, speed boat, or kayak ride, besides its many trails and the calm waters that are an invitation for swimming. Also, those who visit the Pontal can not fail to visit the Projeto Hippocampus to know more about the habitat of the sea horse.

Enseadinha (Little Bay)
Reefs and corals form the famous natural swimming pools of that beach, with calm waters and short weak waves, perfect for swimming.

Pontal de Serrambi (Serrambi’s End)
For those who want to see the wonders of the bottom of the sea, the waters of the Pontal do Serrambi are simply perfect, for not only are they crystal clear, but there are also many shipwrecks in the area, which are inhabited by many different marine species. At 100 meters (328.08 feet) from the beach, the great coral formation offers surfers huge waves.

Cacimbas
On the beach of Cacimbas there is a formation of sandstone reefs, which has nearly 50 meters (164.04 feet) of width, and thus, during the high tide, there is the formation of a large natural swimming pool of warm waters in the place. Small caves sculpted by the waters of the sea and an extensive stretches covered with coconut trees complete the beauty of the place.

Toquinho
Quite similar to the Muro Alto Beach because of the formation of the reef barrier, the Toquinho beach has yet another natural attraction: the encounter of the waters of the sea with the waters of the Sirinhaém River. Strong waves, compressed sands, and stretches covered with coconut trees compose the scenery. From Toquinho it is possible to get to Santo Aleixo Island, one of the most sought places in the area for the practice of diving.

Purchases
Craft
In Porto de Galinhas there are many stores that sell craft pieces made in the area. The materials used to make them are typical from the Northeast of Brazil and portray the culture of the people from the state of Pernambuco.

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