Paddling near São Mateus, Espírito Santo

São Mateus sits in the northern coast of Espírito Santo, where the Rio São Mateus and its southern arm, the Rio Cricaré, wind through lowland terrain before reaching the sea. The area draws paddlers to its calm river channels and the Lagoa do São Mateus, where kayaking and canoeing are well-established pastimes. Beaches in the region also see canoe and kayak activity, particularly during busier periods.