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Bitingui Beach
Home to the hotel: coconut palms, nature close by and a small village with guesthouses and restaurants.
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Destination guide
Discover Japaratinga.
On the northern coast of Alagoas, within the Coral Coast: a former fishing village with clear waters, reefs and cliffs.
Beaches and experiences
Beaches, viewpoints and the river.
Six stops to discover the Japaratinga coastline.
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Japaratinga Beach
The town-center beach, popular for swimming and walks, depending on the day and tide.
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Barreiras do Boqueirão
Colorful cliffs, coconut groves and places to eat, with springs and freshwater spouts for bathing.
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Pontal do Boqueirão and the Manguaba River
Where river meets sea, with sunset views from the river.
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Buggy ride
A route through Bitingui, viewpoints, Barreiras and Boqueirão. Book with a local operator; some viewpoints charge admission.
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Northern coast of Alagoas
~120 km
from Maceió via the AL-101 Norte
~12 km
from neighboring Maragogi
26 °C
on average, with sunshine year-round
At low tide, the reefs form natural pools
Natural pools
Your trip follows the tide.
At low tide, the reefs form clear-water pools off Japaratinga. Access depends on the tide, weather and boat operations that day. Check the tide table and confirm with your operator before making plans.
APA Costa dos Corais
A protected area. Let’s keep it that way.
Japaratinga is part of the Costa dos Corais Environmental Protection Area, a federal reserve managed by ICMBio. Choose authorized providers and boats, and follow the guidance at each visitor site.
Official visitor informationReefsCliffsCoconut grovesManguaba River
Things to do
Days filled with sea and nature.
Outings at your own pace — from swimming in the pools to late afternoons on the river.
Jangada trip to the pools
At low tide, jangadas and catamarans take you to the clear-water reefs. Check the tide table.
See experienceClifftop buggy ride
Viewpoints, Barreiras and Boqueirão in one outing.
See experienceSunset on the river
The Manguaba River meets the sea at Pontal do Boqueirão.
See experienceSnorkeling on the reefs
Colorful fish just a few meters below the surface.
See experienceRota Ecológica dos Milagres
A day trip south to Porto de Pedras and São Miguel dos Milagres.
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When to visit
Every month is beach season.
September to March
Sunshine and calm seas
The drier season, with many clear-sky days. December, January and Carnival are peak season.
April to July
Passing showers
The rainy season on the Alagoas coast, usually with passing showers. Greener landscapes and fewer visitors.
All year round
Warm water
The sea stays between 26 °C and 29 °C. The pools depend on the tide, not the season.
Coastal flavors
Fried fish with cassavaFried needlefishSururu musselsTapiocaCoconut sweetsCoconut waterBean brothShrimp
Getting here
From the airport to the sand.
Bitingui sits between two state capitals, in Japaratinga. Pick the airport you're flying into and follow the route on the map.
Arriving at
Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport
- Distance
- ≈ 120 km
- Driving time
- ≈ 2 h
- Roads
- AL-101 Norte · AL-465
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From the airport, head for the north coast and take the AL-101 Norte.
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Stay on the AL-101 through Barra de Santo Antônio and São Luís do Quitunde.
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Follow the signs to Porto Calvo on the AL-465.
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From Porto Calvo, carry on to Japaratinga; in town, follow the signs for Praia de Bitingui.
DestinationSítio Bitingui, 300 · Japaratinga – AL · CEP 57950-000
Scenic alternative: the Ecological Route
You can also drive along the coast through São Miguel dos Milagres and Porto de Pedras, then cross the Manguaba River by ferry to Japaratinga. It's the prettiest way, but it depends on the ferry running, so check before you set off.
Rather not drive?
The hotel arranges airport transfers. Message us on WhatsApp with your flight date and time.
Distances and times are approximate, by road, and vary with traffic. Illustrative map, not to scale.
Distances from the hotel
Right in the heart of the Coral Coast.
Bitingui Praia Hotel
Japaratinga · your starting point
- MaragogiGalés and Barra Grande12 km
- Porto de PedrasRota Ecológica and manatees25 km
- São Miguel dos MilagresBeaches along the Rota Ecológica40 km
- MaceióState capital and airport120 km
- RecifeInternational airport130 km
Approximate road distances.
Frequently asked questions
Before you pack your bags.
When is the best time to visit the natural pools?
At daytime low tide, ideally below 0.5 m. Trips usually leave around an hour before low tide. See our tide table.
Do I need a car in Japaratinga?
A car helps you explore, but is not essential: buggies, transfers and excursions offer hotel pick-up. Our team can recommend trusted operators.
Are the Galés de Maragogi in Japaratinga?
No. Galés and Barra Grande are in Maragogi, around 12 km from the hotel. Japaratinga has its own natural pools just off the shore.
Is it a good destination for children?
Yes. The beaches have wide stretches of sand and shallow areas form at low tide. Always supervise children and follow the beach flags.