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Florianópolis · Santa Catarina

Dunes and ocean beaches on the island of Santa Catarina.

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Compare each beach’s character and check conditions before setting out. This is an editorial selection, not a ranking of today’s sea conditions.

Editorial review: 3 October 2026. Coming southern summer 2026–27.

Florianópolis · Santa Catarina

Dunes and ocean beaches on the island of Santa Catarina.

Florianópolis · Santa Catarina

Praia da Joaquina

Dunes and an ocean beach known for its surfing culture.

Good for: dunes, scenery and surfing

Florianópolis · Santa Catarina

Praia do Campeche

An extensive strip of sand on the island’s east coast, facing Ilha do Campeche.

Good for: long walks and open coastline

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Reviewed on 2026-10-03. Check the latest information before travelling.