Buggy Ride in Genipabu Dunes
Genipabu 4 hrs
Experience thrilling rides over the famous shifting sand dunes and lagoons.
Where to stay
Hotels in Natal
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Portuguese
Local currency
BRL
(BRL)
Local time
(GMT-3)
Ideal trip length
4–7 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Ponta Negra
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Optional, 10% appreciated
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
85 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Carne de Sol
Tapioca
Moqueca
Camarão na Moranga
When to visit Natal
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: December
Busiest: Dec-Feb
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Jan90
Hot, sunny, peak season
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Feb85
Hot, sunny, carnival
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Mar70
Warm, some rain starts
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Apr60
Warm, more rain
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May55
Warm, rainy season peak
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Jun50
Warm, rainy, Festa Junina
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Jul65
Warm, less rain, holidays
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Aug75
Warm, sunny, breezy
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Sept80
Warm, sunny, pleasant
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Oct85
Hot, sunny, dry
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Nov90
Hot, sunny, dry
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Dec95
Hot, sunny, holidays
Things to do in Natal
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
4 places
Visit Morro do Careca
Ponta Negra 1 hr
Admire the iconic dune that defines Natal's coastline, a natural monument.
Tour Forte dos Reis Magos
Praia do Forte 2 hrs
Discover Natal's colonial past at this star-shaped fortress.
Diving at Parrachos de Maracajaú
Maracajaú 5 hrs
Snorkel or dive in natural pools teeming with marine life.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Explore the Pirangi Cashew Tree
Pirangi do Norte 1.5 hrs
See the world's largest cashew tree, a sprawling natural wonder.
Best in the evening
1 place
Enjoy Gastronomy at Ponta Negra
Ponta Negra 2 hrs
Savor fresh seafood and local delicacies at beachfront restaurants.
Any time of day
1 place
Relax at Ponta Negra Beach
Ponta Negra 3 hrs
Enjoy the iconic beach with its calm waters and vibrant boardwalk.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Natal
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Pipa Beach Tour - Leaving Natal
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1-Day Tour to Maracajaú - From Natal (Optional Speedboat)
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Buggy Ride - Genipabu + North Coast to Jacuma
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Genipabu Beach Tour - Leaving Natal
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Perobas / RN Day Trip - Leaving Natal / RN
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Pipa, Beach Tour from Natal
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Buggy Ride - Genipabu Dunes (Furniture and Fixed)
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Buggy Tour (Genipabu Dunes/RN)
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Natal
Straight-line distance from the centre of Natal.
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