Brazil's North-East Region

Natal Travel Guide

Ride the sand dunes of Genipabu and enjoy Ponta Negra beach with its iconic Morro do Careca dune.

Natal, the capital of Rio Grande do Norte, is famous for its sand dunes, warm waters, and consistent sunshine. The city’s most iconic landmarks include the Forte dos Reis Magos and the Genipabu Dunes, where visitors can enjoy dune buggy rides and camel rides. Natal is also a gateway to the stunning Pipa Beach and the largest cashew tree in the world, located in the nearby town of Pirangi.

Top 5 Things to See & Do in Natal

Visit Forte dos Reis Magos
Explore Genipabu Dunes
Relax at Ponta Negra Beach
Visit Pipa Beach
Discover Maracajaú for snorkeling

Closest airport

Aeroporto Internacional de Natal - Gov. Aluízio Alves (NAT)

Main bus terminal

Terminal Rodoviário de Natal

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Main ports

How to get to Natal

How to get to Natal by bus or plane

There are frequent bus and flight connections to Natal. Natal is connected with direct international flights from Lisbon and Buenos Aires, as well as domestic flights from Recife, Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and others.

Natal, along with Recife and Fortaleza, is one of only three cities with direct flights to Fernando de Noronha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with restricted access and one of Brazil's most beautiful islands for snorkeling and scuba diving.

Busses connect Natal with many of Brazil's best beaches in the north-east, such as Pipa, and the cities of Recife (4-5.5 hours) and Fortaleza (8-9 hours).

How to get to Natal from Pipa

Busses from Pipa depart from the carpark at Terminal de Ônibus Pipa/Natal, and run every 1-2 hours. The bus is scheduled to run from 5am to 6:30pm - however delays are common. It costs R$24 and takes around 1.5-2 hours, depending on traffic and the time of day.