visitors can get close to a wonderful array of plant species and wildlife - the sacopă lookout, near the landmark lagoon behind ipanema, is a great place to experience the emerging sport of zip-lining.
rio de janeiro's coastline is full of shipwrecks, underwater caves, islands, and a very rich biodiversity. for these reasons there are may scuba diving companies that take tourists of all abilities to gorgeous underwater spots to view the coastline from a fish's perspective.
recently, piscobloc, which is the practice of rock-climbing over the ocean, has gained popularity on the tijuca islands of rio de janeiro, easily accessible via barra da tijuca and the zona oeste of the city.
