Paddling near Natal, Rio Grande do Norte

Natal sits at the mouth of the Rio Potengi on the northeastern tip of Brazil, where the Atlantic coast bends sharply. The area draws paddlers to its coastal lagoons, river estuaries, and open beaches — with SUP, kayaking, and canoeing all active here. Lagoa de Jacumã, Lagoa de Pitangui, and the waters around Tibau do Sul to the south are among the most frequented spots, while the Rio Potengi running through the city itself gives flatwater access close to the urban center.