one of the most charming aspects of many beaches facing the baía de sepetiba are the many fishermen boats, and the small and often improvised fish markets in the area. 

there are two entrances to the bay via the ocean, one on the west side facing the ilha da marambaia, and one smaller one closer to the center of rio, in the neighborhood of barra de guaratiba.

this second entrance, called canal do bacalhau is home to spectacular nature and scenery, as the shallow waters surround islands rich in wildlife and a most recommended sight for any nature lover in rio.