automobiles are forbidden to enter the town center so as to protect the cobblestone streets, historical sites and overall serenity that pervades the center of paraty. 

surrounded by lush atlantic forest, sparkling oceans and rivers and stunning beaches, mostly unpopulated except for the historical fishermen's village at trindade, diving, rafting, climbing and all manner of other adventure tours are easily at hand for any who wish to take advantage of them, not to mention the chance to pick a spot in the sun and relax.

trindade is located inside the área de proteção ambiental de cairuçu (cairuçu environmental protection area), making the village even more special.