The beach is officially registered as Praia Jurubaíba, though it is locally known as 'Praia do Dentista' due to a past property owner who was a dentist.
The bay is shallow and protected, creating a natural 'swimming pool' effect that is ideal for families and non-swimmers.
It is one of the most concentrated points for nautical tourism in the state of Rio de Janeiro, often hosting dozens of boats simultaneously.
The surrounding landscape is part of the Ilha da Gipóia protected area, which restricts land-based development.
Unlike many rugged Atlantic beaches, the currents here are minimal, making it safe for paddleboarding and snorkeling.
Praia do Dentista, officially known as Praia Jurubaíba, is the most popular beach on Ilha da Gipóia in Angra dos Reis. The beach features calm, emerald-green, crystalline waters protected by the island's geography, making it a primary anchorage point for yachts and motorboats. It offers a thin strip of white sand surrounded by dense Atlantic Forest vegetation. The beach hosts several floating restaurants and bars that serve food and drinks directly to boats anchored offshore. It is accessible exclusively by sea, usually via water taxi or private vessel from the mainland. The seafloor is sandy, facilitating swimming and floating. It serves as a social hub for the local maritime community during peak season and weekends.
From the water looking back at the beach, capturing the contrast between the white sand and the surrounding forest canopy.
Bring your own trash bags, as there are no large-scale waste management services on the island.
Coordinate your return boat pickup time in advance, as cellular signal can be inconsistent on the island.
Apply sunscreen before boarding your boat, as there is limited natural shade on the sand itself.
Visiting on weekend afternoons in January or February, as the beach becomes extremely crowded with boat parties and loud music.
Casual beachwear; keep noise levels low as music from multiple anchored boats can create high ambient volume.
