Deserted Beach

Ria Formosa Natural Park

DESERTA BEACH

For many, the Caraibas do Algarve is the best deserted beach in the Algarve, located at the end of the island of Culatra, at the Barra do Lavajo or Barra Velha which separates the dark blue of the Atlantic Ocean from the light blue of the Ria Formosa, where you will have the opportunity todive, swim and take unique photos ! A true paradise for beach lovers!

This beach goes by various names, such as Praia do Lavajo, Praia Deserta or Ponta da Ilha da Culatra.

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Praia do Lavajo, located on the west side of the island, is one of Culatra's best kept secrets .

With its soft white sand and transparent turquoise waters , the beach looks like it's straight out of the tropical islands.

What makes Barra Velha Beach even more fascinating is its total lack of buildings and infrastructure.

There are no bars, restaurants or large hotels, allowing visitors to fully connect with nature, as if they were on a deserted beach. deserta of the Caribbean.

The tranquillity is absolute, with few people visiting this paradise, which gives it an even more special and unspoiled aura .

The dunes that surround the beach and the island's authentic vegetation provide an enchanting setting where you can walk leisurely, breathe fresh air and dive into clear, calm waters.

If you're looking for a place of peace, natural beauty and a beach that resembles the paradisiacal shores of the Caribbean, Culatra Island and its Praia do Lavajo are the ideal destination.

A place where time seems to stand still and the beauty of nature is revealed in all its splendor. A true hidden gem, waiting to be discovered.