Trekking at Santuário Ecológico de Pipa
For a nice tour through some environmentally protected areas in Natal, this tour will offer you a selection of trails from easy to difficult. Along the edge of Pipa Beach and Tibau do Sul is the Environmental Protection Area (APA) which is under the responsibility of the Brazilian Institute of Environment of Rio Grande do Norte (Idema-RN). This is a pilot project that was started in 1998 and funded by Nucleus Eco-Pipe and acts to disseminate environmental information in the area.
Currently there are 3 sectors, with 16 trails open to the public, each with differing degrees of difficulty and vary attractions along each trail. Before leaving, visitors are asked to be informed about the conditions of the trail which are cleared and pruned each week. Everyone is asked to help maintain the ecological harmony found in these areas and minimize their impact by following the rules of the park. All of the trails are fairly short, under 1km in length, some have stairs to the beach but all are fairly accessible.
CAMINHO DO JACÚ - Light and airy trail that passes through the highest part of the estate at 80m above sea level.
CAMINHO DA JIBÓIA - Serpentine trail that descends to the most solitary corner of the forest, before rising to a thrilling encounter.
VEREDA DA MOÇA BRANCA - Lovely landscape through a tunnel where visitors seems to be playing hide and seek with the sea.
ESCADA DO VELHO CASTELO - By exciting rhythm of the surf, this staircase leads from Toca da Prainha Caipora to light, lookout point for the boats and dolphins.
PASSEIO DO PEROBA - Graceful path that winds along the cliffs of the tip of the Log, enjoying views poetic, sometimes south, sometimes north.
CAMINHO DOS PIRATAS - Includes exciting rope ladder by which one reaches the inlet of the Log, ripe for the swim.
RASTRO DO TATU - It takes the visitor back to the entrance, winning the slope smoothly. Avoids the risk associated with the rise of the gravel road, used by cars.
CAMINHO DO CHORRÓ - Small "appetizer" that leads visitors to the "waiting room" to the top of the other tracks, giving you the chance to test their fitness for the biggest hikes.
VÔO DO VAGA-LUME - Zigzag trail celebrating the small insect that is the sorcerer of the dark winter nights. Ends at Ladder Maracajá.
DESCIDA DO MARACAJÁ - Steep staircase down from the magical Lookout Half Moon up the mirror of the Full Moon.
CAMINHO DO CAMALEÃO - As the name suggests, is a track with many changes of color, mood, visual and other points of interest.
TRILHA DA AVENTURA - Just for kids! Full of Surprises! You must take the special leaflet to participate in this game.
Hours: Beach visitors are allowed to enter until 4pm and asked to return to the gates by 5pm to allow for the closing of the gates.
SANTUÁRIO ECOLÓGICO DE PIPA
Pipa - Tibau do Sul - RN - Brazil
CEP 59178-000
Administration:
Phone: (84) 3211-6070
Fax: (84) 3211-2286
http://www.pipa.com.br/santuarioecologico/index.asp
http://www.pipa.com.br/conteudo/esporte/ecologia.html
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| Boat trips in Pipa (activity) -
There are many ways of exploring Pipa, and as a seaside town famous for its waters and beaches, one of the best ways to experience the sea is by being in it. There are great options to see the beaches of Pipa from many angles when taking a boat tour, and they really show off the beauty of beaches, waters and city. Boat tours are primarily run off of larger boats, for those visitors who fear tiny boats in the ocean.
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| Pipa Beach (beach) -
Internationally recognized, Pipa Beach should be on everyones agenda when visiting Natal. While a fair distance from Natal, at almost 80 km, the beach is still worth taking the time to visit. Originally a fishing village, it was inhabited by immigrants from all over the world, changing the way people now see Pipa Beach.
Today Pipa Beach has an excellent infrastructure, including restaurants with dishes from ... Address: Rua Cruzeiro do Sul , 251, Pipa, Tibau do Sul-RN Brasil Distance: 0.00km from the Trekking at Santuário Ecológico de Pipa |  |
| Surfing (activity) -
There are many beaches that have good surfing within and around Natal. The most popular urban beach in Natal is Ponta Negra, which attracts surfers of all levels due to its large and well formed waves. Artists Beach is in the central region of Natal and sought after by surfers at high tide when the waves are larger and the depths of the ocean greater. Then there is Pipa Beach which is 90 km from Natal, y... Address: Pipa, Tibau do Sul - RN Distance: 0.00km from the Trekking at Santuário Ecológico de Pipa |  |
| Sibaúma Beach (beach) -
This area originated from the former Quilombo tribe, which has kept it's traditional fighting spirit and which culturally still exists today. Sibaúma Beach is part of a traditional fishing village and is the main activity here, but tourism is showing up more and more, with more guesthouses, and friendly beach bars.
Surrounded by cliffs, Sibaúma Beach is often deserted at high tide, but d... Address: Sibaúma, RN Distance: 5.76km from the Trekking at Santuário Ecológico de Pipa |  |
| Tibau do Sul Beach (beach) -
A fairly isolated beach, it's formed by cliffs that make it difficult to access, however the clear waters and calm open ocean make it a beautiful destination. The beach is located in the small city of Tibau, roughly 88 km south of Natal. The area offers visitors great ocean views filled with numerous fishing boats.
Another popular local body of water is the Guaraíra Lagoon, which is o... Address: Tibau do Sul - RN Distance: 6.68km from the Trekking at Santuário Ecológico de Pipa |  |
| Barra de Cunhaú Beach (beach) -
This south coast beach is found near the city of Canguaretama, which is almost 75 km from Natal, but it holds one of the most beautiful beaches along the the south coast of Rio Grande do Norte. The fishing village of Canguaretama is surrounded by a landscape of salt marshes, coves, beaches and open sea, which includes Barra de Cunhaú Beach. The beach itself is endowed with a mixture of wild and calm beau... Address: Distance: 8.06km from the Trekking at Santuário Ecológico de Pipa |  |
| Malembá Beach (beach) -
Very near to the hot spots of Pipa (10437) and Tibau do Sul (10436) you will find Malembá Beach. The breathtaking scenery is impresses even at a distance. There are four miles of untouched and crystal clear waterfront, a long cove bound by the sea and dunes, and sparse vegetation due to the constant wind which has pushed back the lush rainforest in this area. Kitesurfers colours the peaceful landscape which is occasi... Address: Lagoa das Guaraíras, Senador Georgino Avelino - Rio Grande do Norte Distance: 8.67km from the Trekking at Santuário Ecológico de Pipa |  |
| Lagoa de Guaraíras (beach) -
On reaching the coast of Tibau do Sul, the amazing views of calm waters of Guaraíras Lagoon are visible. One of the most visited attractions in Natal, this lagoon, which has had pure freshwater in the past has been altered by natural erosion and is now open to the sea.
Besides serving as a route to Malembá Beach or Natal, the lagoon is a significant portion of one of the most important economic activitie... Address: Lagoa de Guaraíras RN Distance: 8.67km from the Trekking at Santuário Ecológico de Pipa |  |
| Kitesurfing at Malembá Beach (activity) -
Malembá Beach is known as a beach for kitesurfing due to its constant winds and waves. The Lagoon Bar Guaraíras ensures that conditions for kitesurfing at Malembá Beach are almost always optimal. It's remote location ensures that the beach will remain fairly open with few others to interfer with your fun.
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| Baía Formosa Beach (beach) -
Located in the city of Baia Formosa, Baía Formosa Beach is almost 100km from Natal and actually near the border with the State of Paraíba. The beach has numerous fishing boats sitting offshore, with a long wide sandy beach. The bank of the beach in some areas is nearly a sheer cliff. The brilliant blue waters here make it a beautiful beach to visit.
There are many beaches in this area, b... Address: Distance: 15.57km from the Trekking at Santuário Ecológico de Pipa |  |
| Tabatinga Beach (beach) -
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Restaurants near to Trekking at Santuário Ecológico de Pipa
Escritório da Cerveja is a Brazilian restaurant that is roughly 40.14km from Trekking at Santuário Ecológico de Pipa and can be found at Rua Praia de Pirangi, 2286
Da Roberto is a Italian restaurant that is roughly 40.16km from Trekking at Santuário Ecológico de Pipa and can be found at Rua Praia de Pirangi, 2186
Panificadora Santa Isabel is a Bakery restaurant that is roughly 40.83km from Trekking at Santuário Ecológico de Pipa and can be found at Rua Afonso Magalhães, 419
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