Extreme and adventure sports

Extreme and adventure sports in northeast Brazil

The Brazilian Northeast is a true paradise for lovers of extreme sports and adventure, thanks to its diversity of natural landscapes, which include beaches, mountains, canyons, rivers and cliffs. With a warm climate and beautiful landscapes all year round, the region is ideal for practising exciting activities in direct contact with nature.

Main sports and destinations

The Brazilian Northeast is the ideal destination for those seeking adventure, adrenaline and contact with nature, offering incredible experiences in activities such as kitesurfing, diving, abseiling, freeflying and surfing, in some of the country’s most spectacular landscapes.

1) Kitesurfing and windsurfing

The Northeast is considered one of the best places in the world for kitesurfing and windsurfing due to the constant and strong winds:

  • Jericoacoara (Ceará): One of the most famous destinations for kitesurfing, with perfect winds from July to December.
  • Cumbuco (Ceará): Another world hotspot for windsurfing and kitesurfing, with excellent infrastructure for practitioners.
  • Barra Grande (Piauí): Known for its calm waters and excellent wind conditions.

2. Diving

Diving is a very popular activity along the northeast coast, with its clear waters and rich biodiversity:

  • Fernando de Noronha (Pernambuco): One of the best diving spots in the world, with visibility up to 50 metres and an abundance of marine life.
  • Maragogi (Alagoas): Known for its famous galés (natural pools) and excellent for snorkelling and diving.

3. Paragliding and hang gliding

The geographical formations of the northeast are perfect for paragliding and hang gliding:

  • Quixadá (Ceará): Internationally recognised for its ideal conditions for free flight.
  • Morro do Careca (Rio Grande do Norte): Offers paragliding over Ponta Negra beach.

4. Abseiling and Canyoning

The mountains and canyons offer opportunities for abseiling and canyoning:

  • Chapada Diamantina (Bahia): One of the best places for abseiling, with huge waterfalls such as Cachoeira da Fumaça and Poço do Diabo.
  • São Francisco River Canyon (Alagoas and Sergipe): Ideal for exploring rock faces and water adventures.

5. Surfing

The waves of the northeast attract surfers of all levels:

  • Itacaré (Bahia): Excellent for surfing, with several beaches with strong waves.
  • Praia da Pipa (Rio Grande do Norte): Combines good waves for surfing and paradise scenery.

6. Buggies and Quads

The dunes of the Northeast are perfect for adventures on wheels:

  • Genipabu (Rio Grande do Norte): Buggy rides through the dunes, with or without thrills.
  • Mangue Seco (Bahia): Quad bike trails between dunes and deserted beaches.
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