Lagoinha do Leste Hiking Tour: 6km Trek to Hidden Beach

Six kilometers, two peaks, one secluded beach, and the option to sail back

A guided hiking tour in Florianopolis covering 6km across Atlantic Forest trails to reach Lagoinha do Leste, the island's most isolated beach, with a stop at Morro da Coroa volcano for coastal views. The tour includes a multilingual local guide, adventure insurance, and professional photographs. You swim and rest at the lagoon before either hiking back or taking a scenic boat ride along the coast when conditions allow.

Step-by-step itinerary

Hike and explore Lagoinha do Leste

• Meet at traditional fisherman neighborhood
• Hike 2 km trail to Morro da Coroa
• Stop at Morro da Coroa lookout
• Descend to secluded golden beach
• Relax, swim, and enjoy beach lagoon
• Return hike along 2 km trail
• Optional scenic boat ride back

The experience

The trek starts at Pântano do Sul, a traditional fishing neighborhood on Joaquina Beach where local restaurants line the shore. From there, the 6km route climbs through Atlantic Forest toward Morro da Coroa, an ancient volcano and the city's most photographed natural landmark. Your guide (fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and other languages) points out the forest's ecosystem and wildlife as you move through the terrain. Midway up, you stop at the Morro da Coroa lookout to photograph the coastline and take in the views.

The trail descends to Lagoinha do Leste, a remote beach backed by a lagoon where the water stays warmer than the ocean. This is where the day opens up: you swim, wade in the lagoon, and rest on the sand. The lagoon itself is small and sheltered, a pocket of calm distinct from the wilder beach beyond it.

The return follows one of two paths. When sea and weather conditions permit, local fishermen operate a boat service back to Pântano do Sul, giving you a different view of the island's southern coast from the water. If conditions don't allow it, you hike back via a 2km trail through the forest. Either way, you finish where you started. The tour runs 6 to 7 hours total and includes a first aid kit, adventure insurance, and digital copies of the photographs taken along the way.

What’s included

• A multilingual local guide fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and more.
• adventure insurance.
• digital photographs taken during the hike and at the lookout.
• a first aid kit.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private TourGuide in 6 languages · 09:00 and 13:00Go at your own speed on this private trek, with a guide dedicated to your group and flexible start times.

Shared TourGuide in 6 languages · 09:00Join a social trek to Lagoinha do Leste led by an expert bilingual guide, alongside other travelers. Ideal for solo hikers and couples.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00 and 13:00

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AgesAdult (16 and older) · Youth (12 to 15 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Physically demandingPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by The Best of Florianopolis - Guided Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the private option if you want the pace and stops tailored to your group's interests and fitness level. The shared tour works well for solo travelers and smaller groups who don't mind a fixed itinerary and want to meet other hikers.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 15 years). Children under 12 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Morro da Coroa and why do we stop there?

Morro da Coroa is an ancient volcano and the city's most famous natural landmark. The tour stops at the lookout partway up the hike so you can photograph the coast and rest before continuing to the beach.

Can I swim at Lagoinha do Leste?

Yes. The beach has both open ocean and a small lagoon with warmer water, so you can choose where to swim and how long to stay in the water during the beach portion of the day.

What happens on the return journey?

When natural and sea conditions permit, local fishermen offer a scenic boat ride back to Pântano do Sul. If conditions don't allow it, you hike back via a 2km forest trail instead.

Is this tour suitable for someone who has never hiked before?

The tour requires a high level of physical fitness and covers 6km of terrain with elevation change. It is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy. Children are welcome from age 12 onward.

What should I bring with me?

Water, food and snacks are not provided, so bring what you need to stay hydrated and fueled for the 6 to 7 hour day. Wear hiking shoes suitable for forest trails and bring sun protection.