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Balneário Camboriú is a compact beach city that is easy to navigate once you know which airport serves it and how the taxi and bus network works. Most visitors arrive at Navegantes airport (NVT) 17 km away, pay in Brazilian reais, and get around the centre on foot. Here are the practical answers for planning a trip. Start with our Balneário Camboriú travel guide for the overview.
Balneário Camboriú Travel Tips: Airports and Getting There
Ministro Victor Konder International Airport (NVT) in Navegantes is the closest airport, about 15 to 17 km north of the city, with regular flights from São Paulo Congonhas and Guarulhos and Campinas Viracopos. A taxi or app ride from NVT to the centre costs roughly R$60 to R$100 depending on traffic, and some hotels run free shuttles. The larger Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN) in Florianópolis is about 85 km south and is the fallback for longer-haul connections, with buses to Balneário Camboriú taking about two hours. The city bus station (Rodoviária) in Centro has intercity services from Curitiba, Florianópolis and Porto Alegre. For the best months to fly, see our best time to visit Balneário Camboriú guide, and for what the weather will be like, check Balneário Camboriú weather by month.
Balneário Camboriú Travel Tips: Getting Around the City
The centre is flat and walkable, and most of what you need sits between Avenida Atlântica on the beach and Avenida Brasil one block back. There is no metro; local buses run along the main avenues, and taxis and ride apps (99 and Uber) are cheap and widely used, with short trips in the centre running R$15 to R$30. To reach the southern beaches of Taquaras and Estaleiro or Praia dos Amores in the north, a taxi or a rental car is the simplest option. For which area to base yourself in, see our Balneário Camboriú neighborhoods guide.
Balneário Camboriú Travel Tips: Money, Language and Tipping
The currency is the Brazilian real (R$), and credit and debit cards are accepted almost everywhere, including beach kiosks, though it is worth carrying a little cash for small vendors and market stalls. The language is Portuguese, and English is spoken mainly at hotels and larger attractions. Restaurants almost always add a 10 percent service charge (serviço) to the bill, so you do not need to tip on top of it; where no charge is listed, a 10 percent tip is appreciated. For hotel prices by district, see our where to stay in Balneário Camboriú guide.
Balneário Camboriú Travel Tips: Safety and Practical Questions
Balneário Camboriú is generally safe for a Brazilian beach city, but petty theft is the main risk. Do not leave phones or wallets unattended on the sand, keep valuables out of sight at night, and use official taxi ranks or ride apps rather than unmarked cars. Tap water is not recommended for drinking, so buy bottled water or use the filtered water most hotels provide. Power outlets run on 220 volts with Brazilian three-pin type N sockets, and many hotels have adapters at reception. For what to do while you are here, see our things to do in Balneário Camboriú guide, and check events in Balneário Camboriú before you book.
Suggested Hotels in Balneário Camboriú
Mercure Camboriu
The four-star Mercure sits directly on the seafront at Avenida Atlântica 2010, with a rooftop pool over the ocean, a spa and the Lucca Galeteria restaurant across from Praça Almirante Tamandaré. Best for travelers who want a beachfront base in the centre. Check rates and availability
San Marino Cassino Hotel
The San Marino Cassino Hotel has free WiFi, a sauna and an outdoor pool and sits about 400 metres from the beach near the Molhe da Barra Sul. Best for families who want pool time and easy access to the cable car. Check rates and availability
Ibis Budget Balneario Camboriu
Ibis Budget Balneario Camboriu offers simple doubles and twins with a pool about 750 metres from the beach. Best for solo travelers and couples who want the cheapest reliable base in the north of the city. Check rates and availability
