there is just a small patch of sand beneath the old bridge at the entrance of the island that remains as a reminder of praia de galeão's old glory. those who visit this area will be able to enjoy the beach nontheless - not as a swimming area, but for the different angles of the city that can be enjoyed from there. 

recent news reports on the state of beaches such as praia de galeão on ilha do governador have brought to light the diminished conditions and as rio prepares for the 2016 olympic games, and 'eco-boats' have been commissioned to clean up the garbage and materials polluting guanabara bay.