Make a holiday rental home or villa in Pipa, Brazil your home away from home

Just over an hour’s journey to and from the state capital of Natal, Pipa is one of the most popular holiday destinations in north-east Brazil, largely due to its excellent beach. Pipa was once a small fishing village, but an influx of tourists over the past 30 years means that it is now home to a good set of modern amenities and attractions, as well as some excellent holiday rental accommodation, making it a recommended spot for both nature lovers and party goers.

Things to do in Pipa, Brazil

Pipa Beach (Praia de Pipa) is the main draw to the area, as it has clear blue waters and fine white sands, which are not often found on other beaches around the country. The beach is surrounded by cliffs and offers a secluded spot for sunbathing and relaxing, though can get busy in the height of summer. Pipa Beach is also a popular spot with surfers, and those looking to try their hand at the sport are presented with a golden opportunity to do so.

Large amounts of foreign tourists mean that the centre of Pipa is cosmopolitan, with a number of cafes and restaurants to be enjoyed – many of which are run by foreigners. Pipa, Brazil really comes alive during the evening, when the many bars and nightclubs start to fill up. Those seeking something a bit more relaxed will be pleased to discover good quality shopping opportunities around the village, including an excellent local market.

The Ecological Sanctuary of Pipa makes for an excellent day trip and is the largest of its type in the state. The sanctuary has a number of designated nature walks, some excellent picnic spots and allows visitors to take in the beautiful surrounding scenery of a preserved area of coast. Wildlife lovers will find that turtles and dolphins can be spotted from various cliff top lookouts, and there are many other birds and animals to be seen at various points around the sanctuary.

Places to visit on holiday in Pipa, Brazil

Visitors to Pipa have a number of cities and towns within easy reach for day trips. These include Natal, 80km north along the coast, which is the state capital and attracts over two million visitors every year with its modern infrastructure and tourist attractions. Natal has also been chosen as a host city for the 2014 Football World Cup, so is likely to see heavy investment over the next few years.

Weather in Pipa, Brazil

Pipa experiences a tropical climate, with humid temperatures throughout almost the entire year, but also receives trade winds from the ocean which add a welcome cooling breeze to proceedings. The daily average temperature is 27C during most months, with the back end of the year the driest time in which to visit.

Flights to Pipa, Brazil

Natal is in the process of building a new international airport, but until then visitors to Pipa are best advised to fly to Augusto Severo International Airport (NAT), which is 70km from Pipa and 11km outside of Natal. Flight time from the UK and much of Europe is around 19 hours.