Caieira da Barra do Sul beach is one of the quietest and most charming places on the island of Florianópolis.

Located in the southern part of the city, the beach is a great option for those looking for peace and quiet and contact with nature.

The sea at Caieira da Barra do Sul

Approximately 1.5 km long, Caieira da Barra do Sul beach is bathed by the Atlantic Ocean and has crystal-clear waters, ideal for swimming and water sports.

The sea in the region can be a little rough on windy days, but it's still an invitation for a refreshing dip.

The beach's infrastructure is fairly simple, with a few kiosks and restaurants, but enough to meet visitors' needs.

The area is mainly residential, but there are some accommodation options available for those who wish to stay on the beach.

History of Caieira da Barra do Sul

The history of Caieira da Barra do Sul dates back to the 18th century, when the region was inhabited by the Carijós Indians.

During the colonial period, the beach was used as a port for the slave trade, mainly to supply the region's sugar plantations.

The name Caieira comes from the lime production activities that were carried out in the region.

The word caieira means a place where lime is produced, and even today you can find traces of this activity on the beach.

The Caieira da Barra do Sul environmental preservation area is one of the most important in the southern region of the island.

The region is home to a wide variety of fauna and flora, including mangroves, dunes and sandbanks. That's why it's important to respect the rules of preservation and not leave garbage on the beach.

Curiosities of Caieira beach

Among the beach's curiosities is the presence of a ship that has been stranded in the area since the 1960s.

The ship, called “Câmara Cascudo”, was abandoned on the beach after an accident and can still be seen today by visitors to the region.

To get to Caieira da Barra do Sul beach, you have to take the SC-406 highway, which connects the southern region of the island of Florianópolis to the mainland.

The beach is located about 25 km from the city center and can be reached by car or bus.

How to get to Caieira da Barra do Sul beach

Caieira da Barra do Sul beach can be reached from the Gov. Aderbal Ramos da Silva highway.

The route follows the SC-405 highway to Av. Dep. Diomício Freitas/Rod. João Nilson Zunino.

Follow the signs, the route is usually well signposted.

By car
Caieira da Barra do Sul beach is in the south of Florianópolis Island, 37 km from the bridge and the center.

When you reach the Pedro Ivo bridge, go straight along the Gov. Gustavo Richard highway, second from the Gov. Aderbal Ramos da Silva highway.

Just follow the signs to the south of the island along Av. Dep. Diomício Freitas/Rod. João Nilson Zunino to Rod. Ac. ao Aeroporto in Campeche.

Take Rod. Aparício Ramos Cordeiro, R. José Olímpio da Silva and Rod. Açoriana to Rod. Baldicero Filomeno in Ribeirão da Ilha.

Buses
For those arriving by bus in Florianópolis, you should go to the Terminal Integrado do Centro (Ticen), which is 400m from the bus station.

Go to platform C, where the urban buses leave for the Rio Tavares Integrated Terminal (Tirio).

When you get to Tirio, you have to take another bus to Caieira da Barra do Sul

You don't have to pay for a ticket again.

Uber, 99 or Taxi
Uber or a similar service to Caieira da Barra do Sul beach can cost around R$ 70 from the airport and R$ 110 from the bus station.

The price depends on the day, time and service offered.