Guia Ibira: The local guide to Ibiraquera, Praia do Rosa & Praia do Luz.GUIAIBIRA

Cruo Restaurante

Cruo is a quiet gem. A chef with serious fusion chops — Chilean meets Japanese, and the result is a flavour explosion. Worth every minute.

“Nosso favorito foi a berinjela. É muito sabor em um prato só.”

Chiang Mai Thai Restaurant

We're fans of Chiang Mai. Cozy room, lovely vibe, and proper Asian cooking. A must if you crave the flavours of the East.

MAWA Café

A café with serious vibe and seriously good food. Perfectly placed if you're heading to Rosa Norte or Ouvidor for the day.

Refúgio do Pescador

Refined kitchen, easy atmosphere, an excellent bar. Chef Jéssica builds a contemporary menu around local seafood — perfect for a romantic dinner of small plates.

“Peça o polvo e não deixe de experimentar os drinks autorais.”

Ragù Cucina Italiana

For Italian food lovers, Ragù is non-negotiable. Excellent plates in a cool room, right in the centre of Praia do Rosa.

“A burrata é excelente.”

Goen Sushi Lounge — Rosa

The place for properly made sushi, no compromises. Right in the heart of Rosa, with bars nearby for a drink or two before dinner.

Lorenza Gelateria

Gelato at the very top of the galaxy. Don't leave without trying it. Original flavours and first-class service.

“Um dos meus favoritos é o Romeu e Julieta.”

Restaurante Tartaruga

A classic of southern Santa Catarina. Always fresh seafood from one of the region's great fishermen-run kitchens.

“Provavelmente o melhor camarão milanesa da região.”

Cantina Nonna Ines

A simple but generous buffet — always fresh, always well organised. Ideal for a quick lunch before the rest of the day.

“Sempre fresco, sempre bem feito.”

Leggero Bakery

If you don't settle for ordinary bread, Leggero is the answer. Naturally leavened loaves, gluten-free options, and breakfast here is part of the ritual.

“Impossível não provar o pão de fermentação natural deles.”

Luz de Alice

Our favourite tent on Praia do Luz. Greice serves great drinks with the kind of care that makes you want to stay for hours.

“Drinks criativos e de bom gosto com atendimento nota 1000.”

Rancho 33

Ladies and gentlemen, the best burger in the region. Hand-cut, well-seasoned fries and a chimichurri mayo worth dying for. They deliver to Ibirahill.

“Qualquer hambúrguer é fantástico, mas a batatinha é realmente nota mil.”

Nomad

This is a metropolitan style restaurant with global flavors right in the Rosa´s busy area.

“A última vez que fomos, eu comi um bao bun de camarão à milanesa com pimenta doce. Muito bom!”

Zen Bistrô

A bistro on the lagoon inside Mevlana Garden. Wide-ranging menu for any palate — a fine way to close a day spent at Barra da Ibiraquera.

Restaurante Engenho do Mar

A place to eat well over a stunning view of Praia do Rosa. Seafood, pasta, meat — every plate creative, every flavour generous.

Mini Cocktail Bar

A little gem that reminds us of east London's petit and hidden cocktail bars. Nice vibe, good drinks and great service.

“Butia Collins é top”

Supermarket Silveira — Campo D'Una

The best supermarket in the area for quality and variety. The butcher counter is excellent too.

Mercado Supra

Local corner store, perfect for the basics. Butcher counter, firewood, and a solid beer selection. Simple but well-priced and reliable.

Peixaria do Sena

If you want to cook seafood at Ibirahill, Sena's fish market is the best in the area. Everything you need — fresh or frozen.

Farmácia Nossa Senhora dos Navegantes

Local pharmacy. Small but well-stocked, conveniently located, and the service is first-class.

Lavanderia Lav Latorres — Campo Duna

Self-service laundry inside Supermercado Komprão. Easy parking and convenient for picking up a few groceries while you wait.

BA Boardshop

Need to rent, repair or buy a surfboard? Beto Alemão is the right address.

KTAVENTO Kitesurf School

Sailing school for kite and wing. Professor Zebola knows his craft — guides beginners and advanced riders alike.

Rancho Park

A small farm for family days. Feed the animals, let the kids loose, fish the lake. When you're done, coffee and cake at the on-site café.

Kite & Surf School

Traditional surf school at Barra de Ibiraquera. Instructors fluent in Portuguese and Spanish.

Cavalgadas Rosa Norte — Horseback Rides & Equine Therapy

If you ride, this is the way to see the beaches of the region. A grounded, generous experience led by the Cavalgadas Rosa Norte team.

SkyZimba Paraquedismo

SkyZimba is the call for adrenaline — tandem jumps and a wakeboard cable park on the same property.

Surfland Brasil — Garopaba

Wave pool with 50-minute sessions and waves for every level. A genuine way to sharpen your surfing.

Ao Sul Natural Turismo

Whale watching in winter is part of life here, as the southern right whale follows the coast. This agency leads excursions for those who want to be guided into that quiet encounter.

Viva Ibira — SUP, Kayak & Lagoon Rentals

Don't miss the lagoon in front of Ibirahill. Here you can rent SUPs, kayaks, and even beach umbrellas.

Dunas da Ribanceira

A worthwhile detour. The view from the dunes towards Ibirahill is as beautiful as the reverse. Sandboards and skibundas available on site if you fancy testing your balance.

Piscina Natural do Rosa

Park at Praia do Rosa Norte and follow a short trail through the headland. From there, another quick path leads to this natural wonder — saltwater pools formed by rock, clear and still.

Praia D'água

Praia d'água remains entirely untouched, reached only on foot via an easy trail. It's also an excellent surf spot during Tainha season or when the popular breaks get crowded.

Praia Vermelha

One of the few beaches still genuinely untouched — partly because you can't drive in. Park at Praia do Ouvidor and follow a clearly signed 15-minute trail. Easy, beautiful, worth it.

“15 minutos de caminhada, mas com uma bela praia ao chegar.”

Praia do Luz → Rosa Sul Trail

A highly recommended walk. The trail begins on the northern headland of Praia do Luz, climbs to the Luz lookout, and ends at Praia do Rosa Sul. Easy to moderate, 25 minutes each way, with views that more than justify the effort.

“Uma caminhada de vibe top entre vaquinhas e visuais de tirar o fôlego.”