for a quieter option, there are four remaining virgin beachesin rio de janeiro, such as praia do perigoso, in the zona oeste(west zone) of the city - a sumptuous oasis of soft white sand and crystal clear sea, combined in a perfect little adventure, away from the heart of the metropolis.

small islandsdot the ocean coast line and the bays of rio de janeiro, becoming precious sporting getaways as much as retreats back into the past of the region. facing ipanema, the cagarras islands are regularly visited by dolphins whales, and have been declared a natural monument.