Hidden from the city of Horta by Monte Queimado, Porto Pim Beach has soft, black sand, very typical of these volcanic islands. The bay of Porto Pim is, without a doubt, a place of rare beauty. Monte da Guia and the aforementioned Monte Queimado constitute natural barriers to the entry of sea water, making these waters calm and deep blue. Its green spaces and fortification, make that bathers consider it the best beach on the island.

With an extensive sandy beach flanked by high cliffs, it is a calm beach, despite its proximity to the city. In winter, a thick layer of clay accumulates at the base of the cliff, which the locals say has medicinal properties.

A small stony beach, surrounded by mountains.

Basalt-pebble beach located in the centre of Ribeira Brava, with good conditions to sea and sun bathing. It also has football and volleyball sand fields and two swimming pools.

Small beach with a rocky beach, the natural pools.

Small black sand beach, hidden between rocks and endowed with unique beauty. Also known as Jamaica Beach, due to the existing palm tree plantation. This set is surrounded by lush green mountains that contrast with the blue sea.

A beach in a rural area by corn fields. Quite isolated, with a wid sand area. There is a cafe with lovely views.

Bush covered dunes surrounding the calm water beach, located in a bay.

Central beach with a pleasant seafront promenade, set in a small valley visited mainly by young people. Several restaurants with dishes for all tastes and different prices. Perfect for those who like to have fun at night.

Sand shell between cliffs with calm and good quality water, where you can swim freely. Access is by car, passing through an area of pine forest. It has a concession space, it is a clean beach with good infrastructure.