Natural pools
At low tide the reefs form pools of warm, clear water metres from the sand, reached by traditional raft.
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Porto de Galinhas, Pernambuco
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The basics of Porto de Galinhas
- Airport
- REC
- How long
- 4 to 6 days
- Currency
- Brazilian Real
- Language
- Portuguese
- Time zone
- UTC-3
Things to do
What to do in Porto de Galinhas
Maracaípe Beach
A few kilometres from the centre, the local surf spot, with the Maracaípe estuary and its kayak trip through the mangroves.
Praia dos Carneiros
About 40 km south, with a small chapel on the sand and palms leaning over the water, one of the best-known scenes in Pernambuco.
Village and crafts
The centre concentrates restaurants, craft shops and the chicken sculptures that give the place its name.
Best time to go
When is the best time to visit Porto de Galinhas?
September to March brings steady sun and favourable tides for the natural pools. Always check the tide table, since the trip only runs at low tide. Rain concentrates between April and July.
Getting there
How do you get to Porto de Galinhas?
About 60 km from Recife International Airport (REC), roughly an hour by road on the paved coastal highway. Most visitors transfer straight from the airport, and the village itself is compact enough to cover on foot.
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- Best time
- Still fine
- Low season
How long
How many days do you need in Porto de Galinhas?
Most itineraries for Porto de Galinhas call for 4 to 6 days. Less than that still covers the highlights, but leaves little room for weather or tides to interfere.
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