The beach is situated within the Environmental Protection Area (APA) of Cairuçu.
Tarituba is recognized as one of the oldest fishing communities in the Paraty municipality.
The beach provides a direct view of the Ilha do Pelado, which is located less than one kilometer offshore.
Praia São Gonçalinho is a calm, semi-urban beach located in the fishing village of Tarituba, Paraty. The beach is characterized by its shallow, translucent waters and a predominantly sandy bottom, making it suitable for families and children. It is sheltered by the surrounding geography, which minimizes wave action and provides a natural pool-like environment. The local community remains active in traditional fishing, often evidenced by the presence of small wooden boats anchored along the shoreline. The beach serves as a secondary access point to the nearby Ilha do Pelado, a popular destination reachable via local boat transfers. The shoreline is framed by secondary Atlantic Forest vegetation, offering intermittent shade along the edge of the sand.
From the edge of the local fishing pier looking back toward the shoreline with the village houses in the background.
Bring water shoes if you plan to explore the rocky edges of the beach where coral fragments may be present.
Utilize local fishing boats at the pier for affordable, short-distance transfers to the offshore islands.
Carry insect repellent, as the coastal vegetation can attract sandflies during late afternoon.
Avoid visiting on major Brazilian public holidays and weekends, as the narrow access roads to Tarituba can experience significant traffic congestion.
Respect local fishing equipment and avoid walking on or moving anchored boats; maintain noise levels to preserve the quiet nature of the village.
