Recife to Porto de Galinhas: Private Transfer & Coral Map Stop

Summary

Private ride from recife airport to porto de galinhas with coral stop

You’ll ride from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas in a private car with WiFi and AC, stopping at tide pools shaped like Brazil’s map and visiting a quiet seahorse reserve along the way. Flexible pickup makes things easy. Expect friendly local company and small surprises that linger after you arrive.

What’s the experience like?

We rolled out of Recife Airport just after sunrise, the air still cool and salty before the heat set in. Our driver — I think his name was João — had this easy smile and let us settle in without fuss. The car was spotless and the air conditioning felt like a small miracle. I kept glancing at the coastline as we left the city behind, catching flashes of turquoise through palm trees. It’s about an hour down to Porto de Galinhas, but it doesn’t feel long when you’re staring out the window, half-awake and already smelling seaweed on the breeze.

João asked if we wanted to stop at the corals shaped like Brazil — I’d never even heard of that before. He parked where locals were chatting in quick Portuguese, pointing us toward these tide pools that really do look like a map (if you squint). The water was warm on my feet, little fish darting around. I tried saying “mapa do Brasil” but probably butchered it; João just grinned. After that we visited a spot where seahorses hide among mangroves — you have to look close, but they’re there, tiny and curling their tails around roots. There’s something quietly special about seeing them up close instead of in a tank.

The rest of the drive into Porto de Galinhas was sleepy, windows down now because someone said fresh air is good luck here (maybe that’s true). We talked a bit about how crowded Recife can get, but João seemed proud of his town — he pointed out street art and told us which beaches are best for swimming with kids. By the time we reached our hotel, sand already stuck between my toes from the coral stop, I felt more awake than when we landed. Funny how small detours make a place stick with you longer.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit coral formations and seahorse reserve

• Visit corals shaped like Brazil map
• Visit seahorse reserve

Top questions

How long does it take from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas?

It takes about one hour by private car from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas.

Is the transfer private or shared?

The transfer is private—just for your group.

Are stops included during the transfer?

Yes, you can stop at tide pools shaped like Brazil's map and visit a seahorse reserve.

Is WiFi available during the ride?

Yes, WiFi is available onboard during your private transfer.

Are infant seats or strollers allowed?

Specialized infant seats are available and strollers are allowed on this transfer.

Is this service wheelchair accessible?

Yes, it is wheelchair accessible.

Can service animals join this transfer?

Yes, service animals are allowed on board.

Is pickup time flexible?

Yes, pickup times are flexible to fit your schedule.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi onboard, flexible pickup from Recife Airport, stops at both the coral-shaped tide pools and seahorse reserve near Porto de Galinhas, plus accommodations for infants or guests needing accessibility support along the way.