Atlantic Forest trails, dolphins spotted from the clifftops and sunsets with a story behind them. Trips for travelers, families, groups and companies, led by local biologists and residents, in a village where Brazil meets the world.
95% chance of seeing dolphins
Every experience brings together nature, local culture and people from the village. They are listed by popularity, from the Sanctuary trail to fishing on the lagoon.
A guided walk along Atlantic Forest trails on top of the cliffs, stopping at lookouts over Dolphin Bay and Madeiro Beach. Then some free time with your feet in the sand at Madeiro.
from R$ 120 per person
A guided experience to spot, identify and enjoy the native birds of Pipa’s Atlantic Forest and coastal ecosystems, with someone who knows every corner and every call.
from R$ 200 per person
From Pipa Beach to the Santo Antônio Achado lookout in Senador Georgino Avelino, looping around Guaraíras Lagoon. Coastal scenery, eco crossings and the culture of rural Rio Grande do Norte in a single day.
from R$ 240 per person
A walk through the village’s historic and artistic spots that ends at a hand-picked lookout, watching the sunset away from the crowds. Perfect for your first days in Pipa, seeing it through local eyes.
from R$ 75 per person
A walk along beaches and cliffs focused on responsible dolphin watching and coastal environmental education. The sighting rate is 95%.
from R$ 75 per person
Group paddling in a traditional Va’a canoe across the calm water of Guaraíras Lagoon as the sun goes down. Sport, stillness and a connection with the lagoon’s nature.
from R$ 130 per person
Beginner or improver sessions with a qualified local instructor. The basics of riding safely while building balance, body awareness and focus on the present moment.
from R$ 120 per person
Lessons designed for women, with a local instructor and longboard athlete, in the waves of Madeiro Beach. Every level, focused on safety, technique and connection with the ocean.
from R$ 180 per person
Sport fishing led by two local fishermen who know every channel of the lagoon, aboard a well-equipped boat. Catch and release is an option for first timers.
from R$ 750 per trip (up to 3 people)
Pipa is a village in Tibau do Sul, on the southern coast of Rio Grande do Norte, about 85 km from Natal. Red cliffs, patches of Atlantic Forest and a bay where dolphins swim close to the sand make it one of the most loved nature destinations in northeast Brazil.
Pipa is also a meeting point. Fishermen, artisans and local families share the village with people who arrived from every corner of Brazil and the world, and that mix shows in the music, the food and the warm way people welcome you. A plural Brazil that fits into a few sandy streets.
Photos: Marinelson Almeida (CC BY 2.0) and Bjørn Christian Tørrissen (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons
Led by locals. Every tour keeps money in the village.
Community-based tourism in Pipa Beach, with local biologists, instructors and small businesses.
Caroline arrived from France knowing nothing about Pipa. On her first evening she joined the Pipa Sunset City Tour with Ras Barack, a local biologist, and saw the village through local, cultural eyes. She spotted birds and turtles along the way, watched the sunset far from the crowds and left with a list of places to eat and visit. It changed the rest of her trip: she explored Pipa on her own, already moving like a local.
“What a great way to discover Pipa for the first time! We saw amazing views and enjoyed a stunning sunset away from the crowds. We also saw some birds and turtles, which I loved. Barack [...] was friendly and knowledgeable and made the experience feel authentic and relaxed. The tour was a great way to get to know the town, which made exploring Pipa on my own much easier afterwards. He also shared great recommendations of places to eat and visit during my stay. Highly recommended if you want to enjoy Pipa like a local!”
Milena wanted more than a pretty tour. She wanted to feel Pipa up close. She found mindful, deep travel that put her in direct contact with the region’s abundant nature.
“The best team we’ll find in Pipa! Mindful, deep, grounded travel, with the experience of being in this abundant nature.”
Alongside Ras Barack, Renann discovered a side of Pipa few people know. An experience in the middle of nature that, in his words, is well worth living.
“A fantastic experience. A little-explored paradise, truly worth experiencing in the middle of nature. Ras Barack is an excellent professional.”
Pipa Beach news, ecotourism and nature, told by the people who live here.
A 95% chance of seeing dolphins, on foot and engine free.
Responsible wildlife watching in Dolphin Bay, keeping a respectful distance.
The questions travelers ask most when planning tours in Pipa Beach.
Pipa Local Trips is registered with Cadastur, Brazil’s Ministry of Tourism (CNPJ 67.186.844/0001-40). Tours are led by local biologists and residents who know the trails, the tides and the tricky spots of each route.
Highlights include the Pipa Ecological Sanctuary trail, the Dolphin Eco Walk, birdwatching in the Atlantic Forest, the EcoParque Guaraíras and Tree Planting trip with native tree planting, and the sunset outrigger canoe on Guaraíras Lagoon.
Yes. There are departures for solo travelers and for groups of any size, and we also build private itineraries for families, friends, retreats and companies, including corporate and incentive trips, with local coordination from start to finish.
Yes. We work as a local receptive operator in Pipa for travelers, agencies and tour operators, with transfers, itineraries, support during the stay and help on WhatsApp.
Yes. There are three transfer options to Pipa: from Natal, from Recife and from João Pessoa, with professional drivers and real-time flight tracking. If your flight is not booked yet, our partners help find flights to Natal on the days with the best fares.
The Women’s Surf Class with Mariana Ferro, a local instructor and longboard athlete, takes place at Madeiro Beach, one of the most popular beaches in the area to learn to surf. There are classes for every level, with gear included.
At Pipa Local Trips, experiences are led by local biologists and environmental educators who know Pipa’s wildlife, plants and culture. They speak English, Spanish and Portuguese, and a tour in your language costs the same, with no one extra to hire. Bookings can be made on WhatsApp or on GetYourGuide.
The pace is relaxed and stops are planned for taking in the view, talking and taking photos, far from the packed-van, tick-the-box style.
Most experiences are easy-paced. The Sanctuary trails are well built and the beach walks include breaks. On WhatsApp, the team can suggest what fits your pace and the ages of your group.
On the Dolphin Eco Walk, the sighting rate is 95%. Watching happens from the beach and the cliffs, keeping a respectful distance from the animals.
Yes. In Pipa, stretches such as the walk from the main beach to Dolphin Bay are only possible at low tide. Schedules follow the tide chart, and the exact time is confirmed with your booking.
Bookings are made on WhatsApp or, for some activities, directly on GetYourGuide. The team confirms the date, meeting point and what to bring, and stays in touch from your first day to your last.
Yes. Natal airport (NAT) is the closest to Pipa. Pipa Local Trips works with partners who make booking flights easier: they track fares and point out the days with the best prices for your trip. Once the flight is set, the transfer to Pipa is planned together with it.
Rafaela traveled to Pipa on her own. Like many women who travel solo, her first question was about safety. She found a welcoming group, attentive hosts and deep knowledge of the place, and went home already planning her next visit.
“A sensational, one-of-a-kind experience. I felt completely safe as a woman traveling alone. Wonderful knowledge. Loved it. I’ll keep coming back.”
