Starting September 1, 2026, motorhomes will be banned from staying at the municipal tourist vehicle parking lot in Arraial do Cabo. The measure aligns with article 9 of decree No. 3.506/2021, according to the municipal tourism secretariat. Motorhome owners must proceed directly to pre-booked campsites; using the parking lot or other public spaces for overnight stays is forbidden.
Entry into the city is only allowed with a campsite booking, and proof must be shown at the checkpoint at the Pórtico. Drivers must then head straight to their accommodation. Overnight stays, camping, and setting up external structures in public areas are prohibited. The parking lot will retain its operational function for passenger drop-off/pick-up and tourist flow control. According to one source, motorhomes with bookings are exempt from parking fees but are not allowed to stop on public roads.