Praia da Costa is a beach located in the municipality of Barra dos Coqueiros, within the Região Metropolitana de Aracaju in Sergipe, Brazil. It is a long stretch of sand very close to the sea, offering a beautiful view of Aracaju, particularly at sunset. The beach is calm and pleasant with a wild or natural feel, though it lacks significant infrastructure such as permanent bars, restaurants, or quiosques; service is typically limited to a few beach stalls and vendors. For paddlers launching from shore, this means a relatively undeveloped access point. The beach is a good space for swimmers to enjoy the Atlantic Ocean, but the sea has advanced in some areas, making swimming unsafe; paddlers should assess surf and shore-break conditions upon arrival. The water body is part of a sequence of beaches in Barra dos Coqueiros that can be visited in a single day, suggesting potential for coastal paddling trips to nearby areas like Praia Jatobá, Atalaia Nova, and Praia do Porto. A notable natural feature is the presence of mangroves and the meeting point of a river with the ocean nearby, which could be a point of interest for exploration. Wildlife sightings in the area include turtles, dolphins, and many birds. A significant concern is water quality and beach cleanliness, with a report noting a shocking amount of trash on the beach, particularly at the river's end, with more than five bags collected along a 300-meter stretch. This pollution could impact the paddling experience and poses an environmental hazard. The beach's aesthetic is a mix of natural beauty and, unfortunately, human neglect.