Fodor's Expert Review Praia Grande

For those seeking a party atmosphere, Praia Grande is a great option. It has bars and restaurants by the sea, with local samba and country music playing all day. Chairs and parasols can be hired from beach vendors. The waters here are clean and green, and the hard sands are ideal for football, volleyball, and racquetball; it's also a great place for hiking. Praia Grande is a major surf spot in Ubatuba, with consistent, perfect waves. Amenities: food and drink; lifeguards; parking (fee). Best for: partiers; surfing; walking.