Camocim is a beach town in western Ceará. Parts of its more glorious past as an agriculture export port can be felt if walking in the area near the former train station. This era came to a halt when the river changed its course, and ships could no longer pass its mouth. Today its a genuine Cearense fishing town.
Get in
editMost people arrive from Jericoacoara (4x4 truck once a day R$ 25) or Parnaíba (a couple of daily buses by Guanabara R$ 13, several minibuses) in neighbouring state of Piauí. It is also the most accessible beach for the population of Sobral (Several buses daily, -some continue to Fortaleza).
Get around
editMostly walkable, otherwise there are mototaxis.
See
editDo
editBuy
editMost shops close for lunch.
Eat
edit- El Mirador, Avenida Beira Mar (1 km northwest of town). Nice view, good seafood, good beach just below. Many dishes at R$ 20-30 for two..
Drink
editPlenty of sidewalk cafés along the riverfront.
Sleep
editMany pousadas along the riverfront. Simpler and cheaper options near the bus station.
- Pousada da Ponta Porá, Avenida Beira Mar (Right in front of the ferry landing). Spacious rooms, decent breakfast. Single R$ 30.
Go next
editCross the river to Ilha dos Amores, a deserted dune beach.