Renamed as “Little Hawaii,” this beach is an exceptional gem. We arrived in the late afternoon and parked along the BR001, but it is important to be cautious while parking and crossing due to a treacherous curve. As we crossed, a speeding bus made us feel uneasy.
The descent to the beach was a delightful and picturesque hike. To reach Havaízinho, take the path to the right at the fork.
On the beach, there are a few ‘restaurants’ with unstable tables that provide some shade. The service was laid-back, and no one pressured us to patronize their establishment. We enjoyed a scrumptious moqueca dish for seven people, and the price was incredibly affordable by North American standards.
The waves crashed heavily in the ocean, but the cove's protection allowed children to wade out quite a distance and still be safe. We plan to return before our trip ends.