cleaning-up programs are actively underway, and it is expected that the waters of the beaches around sepetiba bay will continue improving until being restored to their old beauty, adding yet another element to the complexity and charm of praia do recôncavo.

not being this area the typical touristic destination, a private guide is always recommended, as typically none of the locals speak english, and the logistics may be quite complicated for first time rio visitors. 

praia da dona luíza / do recôncavo can be seen on this satellite view, zoom settings open correctly when using chrome.

we posted more information about praia dona luíza / praia do recôncavo, how to get there, and the surrounding area on this page.