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Maragogi
Spend 2 days in Maragogi: one day for the natural pools and north beaches, another for south beaches and town walk.
Maragogi is a small coastal town in Alagoas, best known for its natural pools about 6 km offshore. The sights cluster within a few kilometres, so a short stay covers the main attractions.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- BRL
- Best months
- Sep–Feb (dry, warm, low tide for pools)
- avoid Mar–Jun (rain, high tide reduces pool visibility)
- Airport
- MCZ
- Nights
- 2
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Rules in force · 7Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…
- South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
- South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
- South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
- Brazil ↗US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa (about US$81 — check) applied for online at the official VFS portal before travel; EU and UK citizens do not. Check your passport with Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs before booking.
- Brazil ↗Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for many areas, including the Amazon and Pantanal; check with a travel clinic at least 10 days before travel.
- Brazil ↗Keep your phone out of sight in the street and on beaches; phone theft is the most common crime against visitors in big cities.
- Brazil ↗Carnival 2027 runs about 5–10 February (Tuesday 9 February; Salvador from 4 February): book Rio, Salvador and Recife/Olinda months ahead or avoid those dates.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Maragogi190 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Maragogi, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Brazilian real (BRL, R$).Brazil-wide
- SIM or eSIMVivo, Claro and TIM cover the country; buying a prepaid SIM needs a passport and sometimes a CPF — an eSIM before you fly is easier.Brazil-wide
- Tap waterDo not drink tap water; filtered water is provided in most homes and hotels.Brazil-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 10% service (serviço) usually on the bill; optional but normal.Brazil-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/N. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 127 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Brazil-wide
- SafetyMaragogi is generally safe; petty theft can occur on beaches, keep valuables hidden.
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- RestroomsPut toilet paper in the bin, not the toilet, in most places.Brazil-wide
- Emergency numbers190 police · 192 ambulance · 193 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysCarnival shuts many businesses for several days; museums often close on Mondays.Brazil-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMCZ Maceió International Airport (Closest airport, 125 km (78 mi) south via AL‑101 highway).MCZ Maceió International Airport (Closest airport, 78 mi (125 km) south via AL‑101 highway).
- Getting aroundTown is walkable.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeR$5–8 (≈ US$1–2)
- Street or quick mealCoxinha (fried snack)R$3–6 (≈ US$1–2)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))R$30–45 (≈ US$6–9)
- Budget bedDorm bed, a night, per personR$40 (≈ US$8)
- Mid-range bedDouble room, a night, per roomR$200 (≈ US$40)
- High-end bedDouble room, a night, per roomR$350 (≈ US$65)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget R$80 (≈ US$15) · Mid R$150 (≈ US$30) · High R$300 (≈ US$60)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MCZ Maceió International Airport (Closest airport, 125 km (78 mi) south via AL‑101 highway)MCZ Maceió International Airport (Closest airport, 78 mi (125 km) south via AL‑101 highway)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Apr
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
May
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
Avoid
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
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26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Aug
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Sep
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Sep–Feb. Avoid: Mar–Jun. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jun (18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C) low), wettest Mar (12 rain days), driest Jul (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Maragogi: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
10 rd
Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Mar
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12 rd
Apr
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8 rd
Jul
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7 rd
Aug
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
8 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9 rd
Oct
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
10 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Town is walkable. Vans run every 5–15 min to north and south beaches (R$3‑5 per ride, May 2021). Uber also operates.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Natural pools (galés)
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Boat from Maragogi pier, 15‑min ride
Camacho Beach (south)
goDoor to door: ≈15 min
Walk or van 5 min
Porto de Galinhas
cautionDoor to door: ≈3 h
Shared van via Maceió, about 3 h total
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Maragogi Hostel
Center, dorm beds from R$40/night (May 2021).
Praia Hostel
Near beach, basic rooms.
Hotel Salinas
Resort south of town, higher‑end.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- R$80–120 (≈ US$15–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- R$150–250 (≈ US$30–50) excl. bed
- High
- R$300 (≈ US$60)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Dorm bed2 × 3 nights × R$45 | R$270 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × R$150 | R$900 |
| Van to north beaches (round trip)2 × R$8 | R$16 |
| Natural pools boat tour2 × R$100 | R$200 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × R$120 | R$240 |
| Trip total≈ R$271 per person per day, bed included | R$1,626≈ US$350 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | R$5–8 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Coxinha (fried snack) | R$3–6 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Meal at budget restaurant | R$20–35 (≈ US$4–7) |
| Taxi (5 km) | R$30–45 (≈ US$6–9) |
| Van ride to beach | R$3–5 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Last van from Peroba returns 17:30; plan return before then.Last van from Peroba returns 5:30 PM; plan return before then.
- Natural pools are best at low tide (≈0.4 m). Check tide tables.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 190
- Ambulance
- 192
- Fire
- 193
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Emergency
- Police190
- Ambulance192
- Fire193
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Maceió → Maragogi (van): about R$23 (≈ US$5), 2 h
- Van to north beach: R$3–5 (≈ under US$1) per ride
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Maragogi. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Sep–Feb (dry, warm, low tide for pools) · avoid Mar–Jun (rain, high tide reduces pool visibility) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a day for a full‑day boat tour to the natural pools.
- Combine with a night in Maceió for airport access.
Sources
- officialMaragogi official site
- secondaryWikidata – Maragogi
- secondaryWikivoyage: Maragogi, revision 5045767 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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