A beach on the coast of São Paulo attracts tourists from all over the world and has even been featured in the New York Times. We’re talking about Toque-Toque Pequeno, a beach on the São Sebastião coast that is the perfect destination for those looking for a weekend getaway to see the sea.
Accessible via the Rio-Santos highway, it is 195 km from the capital, about a 3-hour drive. As well as the beautiful waters, it also has one of the most beautiful sunsets on the north coast! Shall we get to know it?
Toque-Toque Pequeno Beach: paradise just a few hours from São Paulo
Despite its name, the beach is not that small. Its stretch of sand is 1km long, from where you can see the island of Toque-Toque, which has become famous for looking like a turtle coming out of the sea.
With its crystal-clear waters and air of tranquillity, it‘ s a good option for those who want to relax; after all, it’s in a fairly residential area and doesn’t usually receive many visitors at once. In addition, the place is also suitable for those who want to practice water sports, such as kayaking.
Despite the beautiful scenery and the tranquillity of the sand, it is a tumbling beach. You should therefore be careful when entering the sea and take extra care with children.
Mention in the New York Times
In 2006, one of the world’s most prestigious newspapers noticed Praia do Toque-Toque Pequeno. At the time, the newspaper’s correspondent in Brazil, Seth Kugel, wrote about São Paulo’s literary scene and mentioned the beach, as well as other tourist attractions in São Sebastião.
And no wonder. After all, the inland town has some of the most beautiful beaches in the capital, perfect for those who want to get away to the countryside. In addition, in May and July, São Sebastião hosts the humpback whale season, allowing visitors to see these beautiful and friendly animals up close.