Campeche
Quieter beach district in the south-east, popular with surfers.
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Digimad score
7.6
Very good
Best for Surf + Quiet
About
Campeche is a residential area along a long surf beach facing Campeche Island, a protected spot with turquoise water. It is calmer than Lagoa, with cafés, surf schools and growing coworking options. You will need a car, scooter or Uber for most trips.
Campeche at a glance
Internet
Fibre is widely available and coworking spaces are well equipped, especially around Lagoa and the tech parks.
Monthly budget
$1,600/mo comfortable, $1,050 lean
Best months
Mar, Apr, May, Oct
Community
High nomad density, fair English
Key points
A long surf beach facing Campeche Island
Calmer and more residential than Lagoa
Closer to the airport
Suits you if
Relaxed, beachy and residential
You want calm and the beach more than nightlife
Neighbourhood character
Cost of living
USD
Lean
$1,050/mo
Shared housing, local food
Comfortable
$1,600/mo
Private one-bed, coworking
Premium
$2,650/mo
Central, frequent dining
Local currency
BRL
Often more affordable than Lagoa for long-term rentals, with more space.
Internet & connectivity
Fixed line
Not verified
Mobile
Not verified
eSIM
Supported
Reliability
GoodPublic Wi-Fi
FairPower stability
GoodFibre is widely available and coworking spaces are well equipped, especially around Lagoa and the tech parks.
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Nomad community
Nomad density
HighEnglish
FairMeeting people
A large community of remote workers and expats, with coworking events, surf groups and hikes.
Very welcoming, with more English spoken than in most Brazilian cities, especially in Lagoa.
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Safety
Emergency 190 (police), 192 (medical)
At night
FairSolo female
FairPetty crime
FairCommon scams
Overpriced summer rentals and phone theft on busy beaches
Florianópolis is safer than most Brazilian capitals, but take usual precautions at night and on quiet beaches.
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Healthcare
Pharmacies
GoodPublic system
Public SUS hospitals serve everyone. Most expats use private care.
Private care
Private hospitals and clinics offer good care, with English-speaking doctors in some practices.
Insurance
Choose cover that includes surfing and outdoor activities.
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Getting around
Walkability
GoodPublic transport
FairAirports
- FLNFlorianópolis Airport
Buses connect the island but are slow, so many people use a car, scooter or Uber. The airport is in the south of the island.
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Climate & seasons
Subtropical
Hot, humid summers and mild winters that can feel cold and damp. The sea is warmest from December to April.
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Watch out for
Car or scooter needed for most trips