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Ipojuca
Spend 1–2 days in Ipojuca: one full day for the beaches (Porto de Galinhas, Muro Alto) and a half‑day for the port area or a quick day‑trip to Recife.
Ipojuca is a coastal municipality in Pernambuco, best known for the Suape port and a string of popular beaches. The sights are concentrated along the shoreline, so a short stay (1–2 days) covers the main attractions. Longer stays are only needed if you plan extensive beach‑hopping or business visits to the port.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
- BRL
- Best months
- Sep–Feb
- avoid Apr–Jun (rainy season)
- Airport
- REC
- Nights
- 1–2
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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$81 — check) applied for online at the official VFS portal before travel; EU and UK citizens do not. Check your passport with Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs before booking.
- Brazil ↗Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for many areas, including the Amazon and Pantanal; check with a travel clinic at least 10 days before travel.
- Brazil ↗Keep your phone out of sight in the street and on beaches; phone theft is the most common crime against visitors in big cities.
- Brazil ↗Carnival 2027 runs about 5–10 February (Tuesday 9 February; Salvador from 4 February): book Rio, Salvador and Recife/Olinda months ahead or avoid those dates.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ipojuca, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Brazilian real (BRL, R$).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
- SafetyIpojuca is generally safe for tourists; stay alert on poorly lit roads at night and keep valuables secure on beaches.
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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.
- AirportREC Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (Recife).
- Getting aroundCar is the most flexible; take BR‑101 to PE‑060.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personR$60 (≈ US$12)
- Mid-range bedPousada double room, a night, per roomR$250 (≈ US$50)
- High-end bedPousada double room, a night, per roomR$400 (≈ US$75)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget R$250 (≈ US$50) · Mid R$500 (≈ US$95) · High R$800 (≈ US$150)
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
- REC Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (Recife)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
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Dec
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Best: Sep–Feb. Avoid: Apr–Jun. Month by month →
Warmest Mar (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jun (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jan (15 rain days), driest Jul (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ipojuca: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
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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
Car is the most flexible; take BR‑101 to PE‑060. Roads to some beaches can be poor in rain, so a 4×4 helps. Local buggy hop‑on‑hop‑off tours are common for beach hopping.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Recife city centre
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Bus from Recife airport to Maracaípe (R$7.10 (≈ US$2)) then taxi or local transport, about 1 h total
Recife offers museums, historic centre and nightlife.
Porto de Galinhas
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Local bus or taxi from Ipojuca centre, 15 min
World‑renowned beach; snorkelling and sand‑banks.
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.
Porto de Galinhas area
Many pousadas and hotels within walking distance of the beach.
Muro Alto beachfront resorts
Higher‑end options, good for a short beach stay.
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$250–400 (≈ US$50–75) excl. bed
- Mid
- R$400–650 (≈ US$75–130) excl. bed
- High
- R$650 (≈ US$130)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Pousada double room1 × 2 nights × R$250 | R$500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × R$500 | R$2,000 |
| Taxi from REC airport to Ipojuca2 × R$140 | R$280 |
| Bus to Maracaípe (one‑way)2 × R$7 | R$14 |
| Buggy hop‑on‑hop‑off tour (half‑day)2 × R$80 | R$160 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | R$295 |
| Trip total≈ R$812 per person per day, bed included | R$3,249≈ US$650 |
2026 estimate in BRL; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Bus from Recife airport to Maracaípe | R$ 7.10 (≈ US$2) |
| Taxi airport‑to‑beachdepends on beach | R$ 140–180 (≈ US$30–35) |
| Coconut water (beach kiosk) | R$ 5–8 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Seafood dish (restaurant) | R$ 30–70 (≈ US$6–13) |
| Buggy tour (hour) | R$ 50–90 (≈ US$10–17) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Roads to quieter beaches (Toquinho, Serrambi) may be impassable after heavy rain – check conditions.
- Tour operators may push sponsored stops; negotiate itinerary in advance.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 190
- Ambulance
- 192
- Fire
- 193
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Emergency
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- Ambulance192
- Fire193
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- REC → Ipojuca (taxi): about R$140 (≈ US$30), 45 min (check)
- Bus REC → Maracaípe: R$7.10 (≈ US$2), ~1 h (check)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ipojuca. 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 · avoid Apr–Jun (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a 4×4 rental for rainy‑season visits.
- Book buggy tours in advance to lock prices.
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