Quick Tips
The east coast is perfect for day trips, but also ideal for itineraries of 2 to 5 days.
Best lighting for photos: early morning and late afternoon, especially in Morro Branco and Canoa Quebrada.
A great region for kitesurfing, particularly between August and December.
Don’t miss the chance to try fish, lobster, and regional dishes at local beach huts.
Porto das Dunas
Home to Beach Park, offering excellent infrastructure, resorts, and calm waters.
(approx. 30 km from Fortaleza)
Morro Branco
Famous for its colorful cliffs and the “cliff labyrinth.”
Praia das Fontes – Natural freshwater springs between the cliffs; a stunning setting.
(approx. 85 km from Fortaleza)
Águas Belas Beach
Where the Mal Cozinhado River meets the sea; one of the most beautiful beaches on Ceará’s coast.
(approx. 60 km from Fortaleza)
Canoa Quebrada
The most famous destination on the east coast: cliffs, the iconic moon-and-star symbol, great restaurants, beach clubs, and vibrant nightlife.
(approx. 150 km from Fortaleza)
Icapuí
Praia da Redonda – Natural pools and calm waters.
Ponta Grossa – Impressive cliffs and crystal-clear sea; a cinematic landscape.
Tremembé / Barreiras – More untouched and preserved beaches.
(approx. 200 km from Fortaleza – border with Rio Grande do Norte)