Ponta das Canas Beach is one of the two hot north beaches of island of Florianopolis, the other being Cachoeira do bom Jesus. Ponta das Canas beach is adjacent to Lagoinha Beach, Brava Beach and Cachoeira do bom Jesus. It well connected to these beaches with a paved road. The beach was popular for fishing in its early years of discovery due to the influence from Canasvieiras which was the nucleus of fishing activity in the region. It is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of City of Florianopolis and 34 kilometres from Hercilio Luz International Airport. Ponta das Canas Beach stretches about 1.9 kilometres along the waters.

Ponta das Canas Beach is one of the most popular family destinations for its mellowing sands, gentle waves and clear waters perfect for bathing and swimming. Mountains surrounding the waters make the beaches a spectacular sight for visitors. It is also one of the greatest places for jet skiing, where jet skis are easily available. With its warm waters it is a completely fun spot for kids who want to bath, swim and play water sports. Ponta das Canas Beach is also popular with fishing enthusiasts and makes an enormous fishing beach. The beach is a favourite among lovers of nautical sports, one of the reasons why neighbouring Argentineans and Uruguayans throng the beach to enjoy the sport. Many tourists like Ponta das Canas Beach for its tranquillity compared to other beaches of the region which are overly crowded.

There is no dearth of good food and lodging facilities here. Its entire stretch of 1.9 kilometres is dotted with quality restaurants, bars, hotels and pousadas (inns). One can sun bath and then go to a beach-side bar and have lunch consisting of fresh and reasonably priced oysters. If looking for hotels, there are many good ones available in the vicinity of Ponta das Canas Beach, namely Costa Norte Hotel with indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool, sauna, fitness room, games room, Internet and an excellent restaurant; Canto de Ilha Hotel known for its better options of leisure, hospitality and next to the next mountain and also to the sea and Ponta das Canas Hotel with Swimming pool, games room, mini soccer field, snack bar, Huts and apartments for 4 to 6 people equipped with colour TV, room and kitchen. It also has good inns or pousadas which include Cana Caiana pousada, De Los Pajaros pousada and Recanto das Flores pousada. The visitors also have a choice of residential accommodation in Ponta das Canas Beach with residences like Baia Blanca and Maria Antonia.

From Ponta das Canas back to Florianopolis Brazil Guide

Florianopolis Spa
Everyone needs a pamper break once in a while and Florianapolis spa is as good a way as any. Here are the reasons why Florianopolis spa should not be missed!

Guide to Florianopolis Neighborhoods
A guide to Florianopolis neighbourhoods is essential reading. After all, you wouldn’t go to Spain without researching it so why would not read the guide to Florianopolis neighbourhoods?

Beaches in Florianopolis
Go surfing and make your holiday a lifetime experience by visiting beaches in Florianopolis.

Joaquina
Joaquina – beach with massive dunes, Enjoy big waves at Joaquina and surf whole day

Mole
Enjoy surfing at Mole beach and pamper yourself in soft sands

Praia da Galheta
Praia da Galheta – One of the few nudist beaches in Brazil with lots of beautiful girls

Barra da Lagoa
Go surfing and fishing at Barra da Lagoa beach and have the fun of lifetime

Moçambique
Enjoy the clean waters of Mocambique beach

Praia do Santinho
Praia do Santinho – Offers finest quality of surfing and cleanest waters in the island of Santa Catarina

Praia dos Ingleses
Swim, stroll along extensive forts and surf in the blue water of Praia dos Ingleses

Brava
Brava! For those who like calm beaches and want to get immersed in the beauty of the beach

Lagoinha
Enjoy the clear blue waters, calm waves and pleasant temperature of water at Lagoinha Beach

Cachoeira do Bom Jesus
Cachoeira do Bom Jesus Beach! One of the most popular beaches in Florianopolis

Canasvieiras
Enjoy swimming, surfing and sunbathing at Canasvieiras Beach, one of the oldest beaches of Florianopolis

Jurerê
Drink, Eat and Enjoy the serene green waters of Jurere Beach

Praia da Daniela
Enjoy sunbathing in Praia da Daniela, an ideal beach for families

Sambaqui
Swim and sun bath in tranquil Sambaqui Beach! Perfect for families

Santo Antônio de Lisboa
Beautiful constructions and beautiful landscapes makes Santo Antonio de Lisboa beach a must visit destination

Campeche
Campeche Beach! One of the best beaches for surfing in Florianopolis with its world class wave quality

Morro das Pedras
Surf unlimited in Morro dos Pedras, a beach with beautiful rocks in the background

Armação
Swim, bath, party, play with fine white sands and surf in crystal clear waters of Armaco Beach

Matadeiro
Have fun in cool waters of Matedeiro Beach and get enthralled by its scenic beauty

Lagoinha do Leste
Lagoinha do Leste Beach is known for its lagoon, warm, clear waters and captivating beauty

Pântano do Sul
Enjoy irresistible waters and fine sands of Pantano do Sul, a beach with excellent infrastructure

Praia da Solidão
Solidao Beach lives up to its name which means solitude, a perfect beach for relaxing

Praia dos Naufragados
Praia dos Naufragados, an ideal beach for sunbathing, swimming, fishing and trekking.

Açores
Swim and bath in the fresh and clear waters of Acores Beach and pamper yourself in soft sands

Ribeirão da Ilha
Ribeirao da Ilha with its calm waters and fine sand is one of the oldest beaches of Florianopolis