How many days should I stay in São Miguel do Gostoso?

At least 3 days. Ideal: 5 days. For the kite season: 7 to 14 days.

Are there beaches for children in Gostoso?

Yes. Praia do Maceió and Xepa have shallow, warm water. Tourinhos has natural pools at low tide.

Is there nightlife in Gostoso?

Low-key: sunset at Xepa with music, bars with forró until 11 p.m. For clubs, Pipa is 3h30 away.

Do I need a car in Gostoso?

Not necessarily. The center is walkable. For the farther beaches, take a buggy or a moto-taxi.

What to Do in São Miguel do Gostoso: 20 Experiences Worth Your Time

Beaches, buggy tours, kitesurfing, food, nightlife and events. The complete guide to what to do in Gostoso, with tips from a local.

São Miguel do Gostoso has 10 km of waterfront, 8 distinct beaches, surprisingly good restaurants and an events calendar that fills the town. This guide covers the 20 experiences you should not skip.

Beaches you should not miss

1. Praia da Xepa

The sunset beach. In the center, with drink stands, live music and a sky that looks painted. The whole town stops every day to watch the sun go down.

2. Ponta do Santo Cristo

The kitesurfing spot. Even if you don't kite, it is worth going to watch the colorful kites against the sky.

3. Praia de Tourinhos

Red dunes, natural pools, an abandoned lighthouse on top. The most photographed beach in Gostoso.

4. Praia do Maceió

Clear, warm water. Perfect for families. Shallow bottom, no current.

5. Praia do Marco

Flat water, a spot for beginner kiters. Kite schools and beach stands.

Buggy tours

Buggy to Tourinhos: 2 to 3h, R$ 150 to 250 per buggy (4 people)
Buggy to Lagoa de Pitangui: half day, R$ 300 to 500
Sunset buggy: arrange it with a local driver
Buggy to Zé Martins: deserted beach, half day, R$ 300 to 500

Kitesurfing and water sports

Kite lessons: 8h package from R$ 1.000. SUP: R$ 50 to 80 per day. Windsurfing and wingfoil at Ponta do Santo Cristo.

Boat trips

Sunset catamaran: R$ 80 to 120 per person, 1h30 of sailing. Jangada trip with a local fisherman: an authentic experience.

Food

Fresh seafood on the waterfront, tapioca with coalho cheese at the Xepa stands, chef-driven restaurants in the center. Dishes from R$ 40.

Nightlife

Sunset at Xepa every day from 4 p.m. Bars in the center with live forró until 11 p.m. Gostoso is not a clubbing destination.

Events

Gostoso Sunset Festival (Jul to Sep), Réveillon do Gostoso (Dec 28 to Jan 2), Bossa Nova & Jazz, Festival Eita Camarão, Mostra de Cinema, Brazilian Wing Foil Championship.

3-day itinerary

Day 1: Arrival, Xepa, sunset. Day 2: Buggy to Tourinhos, lunch at Maceió. Day 3: Kite or SUP, lunch, departure.

5-day itinerary

Day 1: Arrival, Xepa. Day 2: Buggy Tourinhos + Cardeiro. Day 3: Kite + catamaran. Day 4: Lagoa de Pitangui. Day 5: Crafts, departure.