#43
Praia da Falesia
Portugal
Pontal do Atalaia
Brazil
#44 IN THE WORLD
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Boulder Beach
South Africa
WHERE BREATHTAKING VIEWS MEET PRISTINE SHORES
Koh Rong Beach, just off Cambodia’s mainland, is known for its long, uninterrupted stretch of powdery white sand and clear, shallow water. Reached by boat, much of the coastline remains lightly developed, which helps preserve a slower, more relaxed feel. The beach runs for kilometers, with soft sand that slopes gently into calm, turquoise water, making it easy to spend hours in and out of the sea. Some sections feel wide and open, while others are edged by dense tropical greenery. It’s not overly built up, and that is part of what makes it special. The combination of scale, water clarity, and minimal development gives Koh Rong a distinct edge over many more crowded beaches in the region.
SOUNDTRACK OF NATURE
At Pontal do Atalaia, the only thing you will hear are the sounds of the ocean and nature.
NOT TOO CROWDED
This beach is never too crowded, making it very peaceful.
FREQUENTLY IDYLLIC
Your odds of perfect beach days are much higher than average at Pontal do Atalaia.
I "It feels like a hidden paradise, surrounded by cliffs and crazy beautiful views everywhere you look. Whether you’re hiking down or arriving by boat, it’s the kind of place that takes your breath away."
Pontal do Atalaia WEATHER AVERAGES
| AVG. HIGH | AVG. LOW | RAINY DAYS | |
| JANUARY | 29 ° | 24 ° | 14.5 |
| FEBRUARY | 29 ° | 24 ° | 10.3 |
| MARCH | 29 ° | 24 ° | 12.4 |
| APRIL | 28 ° | 23 ° | 9.3 |
| MAY | 26 ° | 21 ° | 7.7 |
| JUNE | 25 ° | 20 ° | 5.6 |
| JULY | 25 ° | 20 ° | 5.2 |
| AUGUST | 24 ° | 20 ° | 5.9 |
| SEPTEMBER | 24 ° | 20 ° | 8.3 |
| OCTOBER | 25 ° | 21 ° | 10.2 |
| NOVEMBER | 26 ° | 22 ° | 13.7 |
| DECEMBER | 28 ° | 24 ° | 16.2 |
THE PERFECT DAY AT Pontal do Atalaia
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WIND
Look for days where the wind will be blowing from behind the beach towards the water, as well as days with little to no wind.
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CLEAR SKIES
Try to visit during the drier months of the year to maximize your chances at seeing Pontal do Atalaia at its best.
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CALM SEAS
During the windier months of the year the ocean is more likely to be rough and wavey, creating less than idyllic conditions.
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ROGUE WAVES
Pontal do Atalaia faces open ocean, which can result in waves even if the win is blowing out to sea.