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Luís Correia is a municipality of northeastern Brazil, located in the north of the state of Piauí.
It is one of the four coastal municipalities of Piauí, and also one of the most visited by tourists and bathers throughout the year.
On weekends, many residents of Teresina hit the road to Luís Correia, which is home to the best stretch of coastline in Piauí;
Some local resorts, such as Coqueiro and Atalaia, have tents that get crowded. Others, such as Carnaubinhas, remain unspoilt and charming.
The city of Luís Correia has the longest coastline in Piauí – 46 kilometres, more than half of the state’s coastal area
Piauí’s small coastline, which is why it is little explored, makes it a good destination for those looking for quiet beaches.
The largest number of beaches in Piauí are in Luís Correia, which also has 4 beautiful lagoons and a cluster of dunes that can be explored, the Lençóis Piauienses, which is also part of the Rota das Emoções or map of the Route of Emotions in the northeast.
The highlight of the city is also its seaport, the only one in Piauí, and its seafood-based cuisine.
Still on the coast is the cheerful Praia do Atalaia, considered the party point for tourists. This beach has more urban characteristics, modern architecture, but with restaurants and bars with natural aspects such as wood and carnauba straw.
Those looking for rest soon identify with the Praia Peito de Moça, a curious name for its formation of dunes in the sea resembling a pair of girl’s breasts, and the Praia do Arrombado, baptised so for its strong waves that reach its sloping sand.
Here, bars are rustic and the show is due to nature with the right to shade and fresh water!
My favourite is Macapá Beach, but I want you to go there and find out why.
Near Luís Correia, in Cajueiro da Praia, the Penteada Tree is one of the famous tourist spots in the region.
A tamarin tree that has grown leaning because of the strong coastal winds that seem to have also lovingly combed its crown. The beautiful tree defies creativity and, because it is so popular, has been given a square around it.
It is also worth a visit to Barra Grande, one of the jewels of Piauí.
What to do in Luís Correia
Luís Correia has beautiful beaches and amazing places to relax or practise sailing sports. It is possible to spend a few days there without getting sick or wanting to move on.
With tour options for all ages, Luís Correia brings together historical and cultural attractions, outdoor leisure areas and attractions to relax, entertain and have fun. Below are some of the main attractions of what to do in Luís Correia and surroundings.
Praias de Luís Correia
The coastline of Piauí is 66 km long and has 15 beaches in total. The time needed to visit all the beaches depends a lot on your travelling pace and your goal.
Praias de Luís Correia PI
If you have little time in Piauí, it is possible to see all the beaches in two days by car. The beaches are close, the roads are well signposted and it is easy to get from one end to the other;
Macapá Beach
Macapá beach in Luís Correia is still little known by the general public. It is very close to another beautiful landscape, Barra Grande, what separates the two beaches is the Camurupim River, being possible to access the Barra Grande beach by boat.
The beach is very frequented by kitesurfers, as the sea and wind conditions are ideal for the practice of the sport. For those looking for tranquility and good food, Macapá beach is undoubtedly the best option in Luís Correia.
At low tide the sandbanks look like dunes connected by water. A bucolic landscape, where it is also possible to practice sport fishing.
The beach is a paradise that changes constantly and may not exist in a few years, due to the strong winds that blow towards the continent.
It was a fishing village, located on the banks of the Camurupim River, which in recent years has suffered greatly from the rising sea level, which increasingly invades the village, leaving traces of destruction and forcing its residents to be constantly adapting.
Atalaia Beach
Atalaia beach is one of the most sought after beaches on the coast, being the busiest during the holiday period, it stands out for the large number of tourists. It is a quiet beach and has many bars, restaurants as well as hotels and inns.
Praia Peito de Moça
The beautiful Peito de Moça Beach gets its name from the formation of its dunes, which look more like the breasts of a young woman. The beach of white sands and blue sea is between the beaches of Coqueiro and Atalaia in Luís Correia, Piauí, attracts tourists all year round!
Due to its firm sands and beautiful landscapes, with blue sea, sun and green, tourists enjoy walking along the beach to visit the neighbouring beaches.
An invigorating and healthy experience for those who want to enjoy the tranquility of Praia Peito de Moça and see the busiest beaches around!
The beach is usually calm, ideal for taking family, friends and for those who wish to rest on their holidays, that is, escape the noise, rush and pollution of big cities. You can see people relaxing and renewing their strength.
The waves break gently, perfect for those who want a quiet and relaxing swim! It is a great beach to take the family and especially the children.
Praia do Arrombado
The name of Praia do Arrombado comes from the crashing waves that hit the sloping strip of sand, close to the modest huts.
Arrombado beach is very extensive with a calm sea and white sand, in addition to forming beautiful natural pools. With an exuberant landscape is excellent for those who want tranquility.
Praia do Coqueiro
Praia do Coqueiro has an old fishing village and infrastructure with restaurants, bars and hotels.
Considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Piauí, Coqueiro beach is the point of the kitesurfing crowd, since it has constant winds and waves in the high season for the practice of the sport, between August and September.
The beach has a great infrastructure, with many kiosks, bars and restaurants, being one of the most frequented of the coast.
In its extensive coral barrier, which at low tide forms natural pools of crystal clear water, is the quietest part of the beach. Its busy part is frequented by kitesurfers and is home to sport championships.
Praia do Coqueiro has clear sand dunes and countless coconut trees framing the landscape, dominated by a sea of calm and clear waters.
Despite its proximity to the city, Coqueiro beach still retains the rustic traces of fishermen’s canoes anchored by the sea.
Surroundings
Lençóis Piauienses
The Lençóis Maranhenses you already know, but did you know that Piauí also has its own Lençóis? A quad bike ride through the dunes of Lagoa do Portinho will already give you a taste of what it’s like to be in the Lençóis.
Kitesurfing and Windsurfing
Kitesurf and winfsurf can be practised all year round in Piauí. wind practically all year round, with great variations.
The season of strong winds on the coast is long: the first days with winds above 20 knots begin in July and intensify until January.
The months from September to November are usually the strongest wind months, when they reach above 35 knots in the late afternoon. You usually see small kites at this time, between 5 and 9 m2.
Parnaíba Delta
Perhaps the main destination for those who decide to visit Piauí, the Parnaíba Delta is truly amazing!
The Parnaíba River cuts through 20 municipalities in Piauí and flows into the Atlantic Ocean, forming the third largest delta in the world (behind only the Nile River in Egypt and the Mekong River, which cuts through 6 countries in Southeast Asia).
Barra Grande beach in Cajueiro da Praia PI
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The beach of Barra Grande is of an unusual blue colour. Perfect for windsurfing due to the strong winds, the beach has a white and quite extensive sand.
Nearby is the Penteada Tree, a tamarind tree bent by the wind. You can get an idea of the intensity of the winds in the region just by the tree. Even so, Barra Grande is a great choice for those looking for a paradisiacal beach to relax by the sea.
Piauí and Northeast Travel Guide
