How to Get in Pipa
Find out how to get to Pipa, its location, and all the information you need to enjoy this paradise on the Brazilian coast.
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Departing from Natal - Rio Grande do Norte
From van (public transfer bus) or transfer
The town of Pipa and the city of Tibau do Sul has a good frequency of vans that make the most diverse journeys. Then at the airport exit there are several agencies that offer this service. It is also possible to reserve them in advance, being ideal for those who arrive during the early morning hours.
Taxi or Uber
Arriving in Natal, you can also find these services, being ideal for those who arrive in groups and thus be able to divide the value, or for those who prefer an exclusive transport service. After the landing gate you will see a corridor full of counters of transport companies, either taxi or bus. You can also schedule a taxi service in advance with our team. The average value for the taxi transfer between Pipa and Governador Aluízio Alves International Airport is R $ 200.
There is also the Uber service in the Capital and the system works very well. You will find that same service in Pipa, but the availability of cars is much lower.
Bus
It is "Viação Riograndense" the company responsible for offering this service with trips to Pipa leaving from the highway of Natal, the trip can last about 2 hours. The transport does not have air conditioning and also serves the local residents of both Natal and Pipa. It works every day for R$ 18 the ticket.
Pipa-Natal - 5am - 6am - 7am - 9am - 10am - 11am - 1pm - 2pm - 3pm - 4pm - 5pm - 6:10pm
Natal-Pipa - 6am - 7am - 8am - 9:30am - 11am - 12am - 1pm - 2:10pm - 3pm - 4pm - 5pm - 6:10pm
(Time updated on 10/17/2020)
The rodoviaria is located in the Barrio Ciudad Esperanza and has 10 coffee shops, 24-hour ATMs, 20 male and female toilets, among other amenities.
Address Rodoviaria de Natal: Av. Capitão Mor Gouveia, 1237 - Cidade Esperança, Natal-RN.
Phone: (84) 3205-2931 / (84) 3232-7310
Buggy
Another excellent way to get to Pipa leaving from Natal is by hiring a Buggy ride. It is perfect for those who are without their own car or want to see natural beauties such as dunes and kills taking advantage of every minute of travel. This route goes through the beach of Malembá arriving at the Guaraíras lagoon. From there it is possible to take a raft and get to Pipa.
Whoever was going to make that journey with their own car is good to know that it should have 4x4 traction. Additionally, be aware of the tide schedules, since it is not possible to do the walk when she is high.
With own car
Whoever arrives in their own car or prefers to rent a car in Natal, can use the same route as the vans, the buses and other means of transport: the BR 101 and go to Goianinha. Entering this city you will continue for more than 25 km at a slower eastbound speed, in the direction of Tibau do Sul and then you will see the access to Playa de Pipa.
Departing from Jõao Pessoa - Pernambuco
By taxi or Uber
Arriving at the Presidente Castro Pinto Airport, in João Pessoa, you can also count on the taxi service, in the disembarkation area or, if you prefer, in advance with our team. The average value for taxi transportation between Pipa and this airport is in the order of R $ 250.
There is also Uber service in the Capital of João Pessoa and the system works very well. Therefore, you will not find great difficulty in moving comfortably.
By bus
The cheapest way to go is by bus, this route is offered by the companies "Viações Progresso" and "Nordeste". The João Pessoa bus fare for Natal is in the order of R $ 44, semi slow, with an approximate duration of 4 hours 40 minutes. Unfortunately there is no rodoviaria in the city of Goianinha, located on the route BR 101, where you can find the access to Pipa, for this reason you can request to descend there at the entrance of Goianinha or follow the road to Natal.
It is good to know, in advance, what are the hours available to organize better and not waiting for a long time. From Goianinha to Pipa it is possible to take vans that are local public transport and depart daily with great frequency.
Address of the Rodoviaria de João Pessoa: Calle Francisco Londres, S / N - Barrio Varadouro - João Pessoa - Pernambuco. Phone: (83) 322-6567
In own car
Whoever arrives from their own car, or prefers to rent a car in João Pessoa, can use the same route as the vans, buses and other means of transport: route BR 101 and get to Goianinha. Entering this city you will continue for more than 25 km at a slower eastbound speed, in the direction of Tibau do Sul and then you will see the access to Playa de Pipa.
Departing from Recife - Pernambuco
By taxi or Uber
Arriving at the International Airport of Recife - Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre, you can also count on the taxi service, in the disembarkation area or, if you prefer, advance with our team. The average value for taxi locomotion between Pipa and Recife Airport is R $ 500. You can also count on the Uber service in the city.
By bus
This route is offered by the company "Viação Progresso". The bus fare from Recife to Natal is around R $ 96, executive, with an approximate duration of 5 hours. Unfortunately there is no rodoviaria in the city of Goianinha, located on the route BR 101, where the access to Pipa is, for this reason you can request to descend there at the entrance of Goianinha or follow the road to Natal.
Do a search before you go and discover the available times to get better organized and not waiting for a long time. From Goianinha to Pipa it is possible to take the vans, local public transport that leaves daily with great frequency.
Address Rodoviaria Recife: Av. Perfeito Antônio Pereira, S / N - Várzea - Recife - Pernambuco.
Phone: (81) 3207-1088 / 0800 081 0158
In own car
Driving your own means of transport, be it yours or rented, it is possible to use the same route of vans, buses and other means of transport: route BR 101 and get to Goianinha. After arriving in that region, you can continue on the same route mentioned above, leaving from other capitals.
Departing from Fortaleza - Ceará
By bus
This route is offered by the company "Viação Nordeste". The bus fare from Fortaleza to Natal is around R $ 92, executive, with an approximate duration of 11 hours. From the Rodoviaria de Natal you can take the bus that goes directly to Pipa, with the company "Viação Riograndense", the ticket costs around R$ 18.
Address of the Rodoviária de Fortaleza: Rua Hipólito Pamplona, 45 - Antônio Bezerra Fortaleza - Ceará. Phone: (85) 3235-0688
In your own car
Driving your own means of transport, be it yours or rented, it is possible to use the same route of vans, buses and other means of transport: route BR 101 and get to Goianinha. After arriving in that region, you can continue on the same route mentioned above, leaving from other capitals.
And for those who intend to stay in Pipa for a few days and not just make a visit, it is important to know that, starting at 7:00 pm, the use of private cars is not allowed on the main street. The nightlife of Pipa is quite hectic, with many bars, restaurants and tourists walking from one side to the other. So, better leave the car in the place of lodging or in a nearby parking lot.