Itaúnas
Discover Itaúnas
Itaúnas is in the northernmost part of the state of Espírito Santo, about 260 km (162 miles) from Vitória. The town's fame was gained because of forró, a type of dance popular in Northeastern Brazil, as well as the type of music which accompanies the dance. Every July, Itaúnas is the host of the National Forró Festival. Itaúnas is also famous for its dunes. The old town was literally buried by the dunes in the 1960s. Nowadays, the new town is located on the other side of the Itaúnas River.
Famous Beaches
Taste of Itaúnas...
Itaúnas is the support base to visit the park. The town has good options of lodging and restaurants. The telephone area code for Itaúnas is 27 (as well as in central and northern parts of Espírito Santo).
Climate
The climate of the area is hot super-humid. The annual average temperature is around 22ºC (71.6° F), with average highs around 28ºC (82.4 °F), and average lows around 18°C (64.4 °F). Vitória Airport (VIX) - also known as Eurico Salles Airport - in the capital city of Vitória, is the closest airport to Itaúnas. It receives daily flights from most state capitals in the country. Among the main airlines serving the airport are LATAM and Gol. A number of smaller carriers also serve the airport, including Azul, TEAM, and TRIP. It is necessary to go by bus to Conceição da Barra (29 km, 18.02 miles, from the park), and from there take a regular bus service to Itaúnas (several daily departures). Itaúnas is around 280 km from Vitória. Head north on the BR-101 highway, then take the ES-422 to Conceição da Barra (you will find it after passing over São Mateus). From Conceição da Barra, drive 27 km through a dirt road until arrival in Itaúnas.
Essential Information
Getting There
Multiple OptionsVitória Airport (VIX) - also known as Eurico Salles Airport - in the capital city of Vitória, is the closest airport to Itaúnas. It receives daily flights from most state capitals in the country. Among the main airlines serving the airport are LATAM and Gol. A number of smaller carriers also serve the airport, including Azul, TEAM, and TRIP. It is necessary to go by bus to Conceição da Barra (29 km, 18.02 miles, from the park), and from there take a regular bus service to Itaúnas (several daily departures). Itaúnas is around 280 km from Vitória. Head north on the BR-101 highway, then take the ES-422 to Conceição da Barra (you will find it after passing over São Mateus). From Conceição da Barra, drive 27 km through a dirt road until arrival in Itaúnas. The park’s dunes and beaches stand out as the main attractions for the visitors. Itaúnas is famous for its forró, a kind of traditional dance music with accordion, triangle, and zabumba (a kind of bass drum)....
Getting Around & Staying
Getting Around
The park’s dunes and beaches stand out as the main attractions for the visitors. Itaúnas is famous for its forró, a kind of traditional dance music with accordion, triangle, and zabumba (a kind of bass drum). In the summer months there are many forró events organized, and you can kick off your shoes and dance the night away on the sand. For those who prefer excursions on the ecological trails, the Brazilian Institute for the Environment and Natural Renewable Resources (IBAMA) organizes guided visits for tourists. Sandboarding on the dunes has been prohibited by IBAMA. Itaúnas is the support base to visit the park. The town has good options of lodging and restaurants. The telephone area code for Itaúnas is 27 (as well as in central and northern parts of Espírito Santo).
Where to Stay
Itaúnas is the support base to visit the park. The town has good options of lodging and restaurants. The telephone area code for Itaúnas is 27 (as well as in central and northern parts of Espírito Santo).
Money & Budget
Itaúnas is the support base to visit the park. The town has good options of lodging and restaurants. The telephone area code for Itaúnas is 27 (as well as in central and northern parts of Espírito Santo).