as public transportation in the actual village is not always easy to use by people who are not familiar with the language or the area, the best way to discover the local beaches and trails is always via guided tours easily available by a number of travel agencies in the center of town.

most day tours will include to and from transportation, a lunch, and free time to explore on one's own. 

one of the best kept secrets in the former fishing village turned resort, is praia brava, a small but lovely beach nestled deep in the woods.