another one of the city's popular aquatic sports is stand up paddle. the sport started in hawaii and it didn't take long to conquer brazil. i rapidly gained popularity in rio, and with a number of schools opening up in the city, it is quick to learn - as a result of rio's tropical climate, its surrounding ocean is filled with exotic wonders, making snorkeling and scuba diving a worthy pastime when visiting rio. with a mixture of high and low depths, the waters accommodate divers of all levels.

moving onto more stable ground, rio also has many options for land sport enthusiasts. it is a particularly popular destination for runners and joggers, due to its stunning surroundings and challenging terrain. two of the cities most popular jogging spots are the 4 kilometer long flamengo park, and the 7.5 kilometer lagoon at lagoa.