Overview
Maragogi is a quiet beach town in Alagoas state, roughly halfway between Maceió and Recife. Its main draw is the natural pools (piscinas naturais) about 6 km offshore, where visitors wade among reef formations in crystalline turquoise water filled with tropical fish.
Beach · Budget Travel · Day Trips · Nature
Before you go
Activities
Natural pool tours require low tide (around 0.4m) for best visibility. Book through local operators at the beach; tours last about 2 hours.
Money
Bradesco bank in town provides ATM services. Bring extra cash for smaller establishments and beach vendors.
Transport
Vans run every 5-15 minutes from the Terminal Rodoviario to nearby beaches; flag them down anywhere on the road outside town. Last van back from Peroba departs at 17:30.
Weather
Best visited May-August when water is clearest and tides are most predictable for natural pool tours. December-February is high season with higher prices.
