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Beaches, Adventure, and Delicious Cuisine: A Journey through Florianópolis and Balneário Camboriú

Anelisse Opazo

19 Jan 2024

Embark on an unforgettable 21-day adventure to Florianópolis and Balneário Camboriú, where you'll discover stunning beaches, thrilling activities, and mouthwatering cuisine. From Praia do Santinho to Lagoinha do Leste Beach, each day promises exciting experiences and unforgettable memories. Join us on this incredible journey!

Trip to Florianópolis

Day 1Exploring the Untouched Beauty of Praia do Santinho and Rio Vermelho State Park
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$32

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$ 16

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

43 - 52 min

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Directions

Praia do Santinho
Recreational beach featuring warm sands, rocky surrounding cliffs & ocean waves for surfing.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
36 - 44 min

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Directions

Rio Vermelho State Park
Conservation land offering ecological trails through lush rain forests & restinga, plus campsites.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Restaurante Tabôa
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$32
Day 2Sun, Sand, and Savory Delights at Cachoeira do Bom Jesus Beach
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$12

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$ 12

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

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Directions

Cachoeira do Bom Jesus Beach
Relaxed, low-key beach known for calm surf & picturesque views of mountains & sunsets.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Directions

X-Picanha Lanches
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$12
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Praia de Canasvieiras
Bustling urban beach featuring water sports, sunbathing, picnicking, waterfront restaurants & bars.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
Day 3Discovering Hidden Gems at Praia da Lagoinha da Ponta das Canas
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$28

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$ 12

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

48 - 58 min

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Directions

Praia da Lagoinha da Ponta das Canas
Beach with shallow and tranquil waters and white sand plus traditional fishing communities.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Northern Lagoinha Beach
Low-key beachside inn offering 12 rooms, an outdoor pool & breakfast, plus free Wi-Fi & parking.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
57 - 69 min

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Recantinho Bar e Restaurante
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$28
10 - 15 min

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Directions

Natural pools of Barra da Lagoa
Small, rocky promontory popular for scenic coastal views, accessible via a hiking trail.
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
Day 4Surfing, Sunsets, and Italian Delicacies at Praia da Barra da Lagoa
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$24

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$ 12

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Praia da Barra da Lagoa
Longboard surfing on strong waves off a long sandy shore with trekking trails & beachfront dining.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
51 - 62 min

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Directions

Praia Brava
Large waves draw surfers to this public beach known for its clear waters & striking landscape.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Directions

Ristorante Lo Stivale
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$24
Day 5Relaxation and Gastronomic Delights at Praia dos Ingleses
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$28

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$ 16

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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Directions

Praia dos Ingleses
Large, bustling beach with nearby amenities like hotels & restaurants, plus waves for surfing.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
36 - 44 min

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Directions

Restaurante Maria & Maria
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$28
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Small beach of Barra
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
Day 6Thrilling Adventures at Joaquina Beach and Pinheira Beach
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$40

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$ 16

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Joaquina Beach
A popular spot for local surfers, this picturesque area offers a white sand beach & food vendors.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
81 - 98 min

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Directions

Pinheira Beach
Crescent-shaped beach featuring calm surf, water activities & access to nearby dining & shops.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Directions

Restaurante Panela de Barro
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$40
Day 7Island Hopping and Culinary Delights at Campeche Island
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$40

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$ 20

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

40 - 48 min

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Directions

Campeche Island
Verdant island off the coast of Florianópolis features numerous ancient archeological sites.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
25 - 30 min

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Directions

Matadeiro Beach
Sheltered sandy beach with a couple of simple cafes, accessible on foot via a bridge & a trail.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
5 - 6 min

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Directions

O Nutri - Casa de Comida Integral
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$40
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Armação Beach
Scenic fishing village beach with clear, cool waters offering island boat trips.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
Day 8Hiking to Lagoinha do Leste Beach and Exploring Corrego Grande Municipal Park
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$32

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$ 12

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

55 - 66 min

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Directions

Lagoinha do Leste Beach
Remote beach with footpath access, surrounded by mountains & designated a nature conservation site.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
34 - 41 min

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Directions

Simples e Natural
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$32
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Corrego Grande Municipal Park
Picturesque natural area featuring diverse flora & fauna, plus 2 lakes, a trail & playgrounds.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
Day 9Breathtaking Views and Tranquility at Mirante do Morro da Lagoa da Conceição
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$40

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$ 16

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Mirante do Morro da Lagoa da Conceição
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Directions

Trilha Praia do Gravatá
Pretty hiking trail leading to a small sandy beach popular for otter-spotting & paragliding.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Directions

Bar do Boni
Bar de frente pra Lagoa. Possivel sentar-se ao lado de um grupo de pescadores, jovens turistas, manezinhos e tudo misturado com cerveja gelada!
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$40
9 - 11 min

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Directions

Mole Beach
Long sand beach & popular surfing spot with scenic headlands at either end & casual bars.
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
Day 10Cultural Immersion and Gastronomic Delights in Florianópolis
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$32

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$ 20

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

42 - 51 min

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Directions

Mirante do Morro da Cruz
Dramatic views over downtown Florianópolis & the bay beyond from a hilltop lookout & promenade.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Directions

Parque da Luz
Open space with playgrounds, sports fields, gardens & views of the sea & a nearby bridge.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
5 - 6 min

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Directions

Bella Pizza
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$32
4 - 6 min

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Directions

Parque de Coqueiros
Bayfront park with a walking track, a play area, soccer, volleyball & basketball courts & a gym.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Directions

Praça XV de Novembro
Paved city oasis shaded by large mature trees with plenty of park benches.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $1117 In total

Activities & Food:$844
Transport:$273

Trip to Florianópolis

Day 1Exploring the Untouched Beauty of Praia do Santinho and Rio Vermelho State Park
+

$32

·

$ 8

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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Directions

Show Water Park
Whimsical water park featuring attractions for all ages, including water slides & splash pads.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
16 - 24 min

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Directions

Pizzaria Fornazza
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$32
Day 2Sun, Sand, and Savory Delights at Cachoeira do Bom Jesus Beach
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$12

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$ 12

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

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Directions

Praia de Canasvieiras
Bustling urban beach featuring water sports, sunbathing, picnicking, waterfront restaurants & bars.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
34 - 41 min

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Directions

Pizzaria Basílico
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$12
28 - 41 min

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Directions

Mirante do Morro da Lagoa da Conceição
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
Day 3Discovering Hidden Gems at Praia da Lagoinha da Ponta das Canas
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$28

·

$ 16

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

~

Directions

Cachoeira do Bom Jesus Beach
Relaxed, low-key beach known for calm surf & picturesque views of mountains & sunsets.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Directions

Praia Brava
Large waves draw surfers to this public beach known for its clear waters & striking landscape.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Directions

Ristorante Lo Stivale
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$28
Day 4Surfing, Sunsets, and Italian Delicacies at Praia da Barra da Lagoa
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$24

·

$ 8

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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Directions

Praia dos Ingleses
Large, bustling beach with nearby amenities like hotels & restaurants, plus waves for surfing.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Directions

Braza Burger
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$24
Day 5Relaxation and Gastronomic Delights at Praia dos Ingleses
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$28

·

$ 16

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

43 - 52 min

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Directions

Praça XV de Novembro
Paved city oasis shaded by large mature trees with plenty of park benches.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Directions

Parque de Coqueiros
Bayfront park with a walking track, a play area, soccer, volleyball & basketball courts & a gym.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
7 - 9 min

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Directions

Restaurante Pier 54
Quem passa pela Beira Mar Norte não imagina que nesta pequena Prainha Chamada Praia do Arataca, em um endereço não peculiar, em baixo da ponte Hercílio Luz, exista um recanto tão pitoresco, histórico, e um Restaurante preservando todo este conteúdo.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$28
17 - 26 min

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Directions

Parque da Luz
Open space with playgrounds, sports fields, gardens & views of the sea & a nearby bridge.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
Day 6Thrilling Adventures at Joaquina Beach and Pinheira Beach
+

$40

·

$ 16

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

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Directions

Corrego Grande Municipal Park
Picturesque natural area featuring diverse flora & fauna, plus 2 lakes, a trail & playgrounds.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
59 - 71 min

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Directions

Pinheira Beach
Crescent-shaped beach featuring calm surf, water activities & access to nearby dining & shops.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Directions

Restaurante Panela de Barro
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$40
Day 7Island Hopping and Culinary Delights at Campeche Island
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$40

·

$ 16

Barra da Lagoa

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Joaquina Beach
A popular spot for local surfers, this picturesque area offers a white sand beach & food vendors.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
50 - 60 min

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Directions

Armação Beach
Scenic fishing village beach with clear, cool waters offering island boat trips.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Directions

O Nutri - Casa de Comida Integral
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$40

Budget breakdown: $1117 In total

Activities & Food:$844
Transport:$273

Trip to Balneário Camboriú

Day 1Exploring the Untouched Beauty of Praia do Santinho and Rio Vermelho State Park
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$82

·

$ 13

Camboriú Praia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Zoo Balneário Camboriú - Complexo Ambiental Cyro Gevaerd
City zoological park housing a diverse array of species, from mammals to reptiles to birds.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$50
10 - 12 min

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Directions

Koi Sushi
Cultura Oriental em sabor e arte!
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$32
Day 2Sun, Sand, and Savory Delights at Cachoeira do Bom Jesus Beach
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$147

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$ 9

Camboriú Praia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Oceanic Aquarium
Large, modern aquarium featuring over 100 species living in a variety of underwater habitats.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$60
2 - 3 min

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Directions

Aventura Pirata
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$75
5 - 8 min

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Directions

La Belle
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$12
Day 3Discovering Hidden Gems at Praia da Lagoinha da Ponta das Canas
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$103

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$ 9

Camboriú Praia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Roda Gigante de Balneário Camboriú
Oceanside Ferris wheel offering rides with panoramas over a beach backed by skyscraper hotels.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
$50
7 - 9 min

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Directions

Complexo Turístico do Morro do Careca
Adventure sports like paragliding are popular at this beach-adjacent hill with a snack bar.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$25
4 - 6 min

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Directions

Brava Burger
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$28
Day 4Surfing, Sunsets, and Italian Delicacies at Praia da Barra da Lagoa
+

$0

Camboriú Praia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $1117 In total

Activities & Food:$844
Transport:$273