costa do sol, with its over 100 kilometers of beaches, is also known as região dos lagos, or region of the lakes, after the many lakes and lagoons found there.

the peaceful cabo frio, the secluded arraial do cabo, the ever chic búzios, and brazil's surfing capital of saquarema are just some of the many great places offering phenomenal beaches, picturesque vistas, and fantastic nightspots.

arraial do cabo offers some of the best diving spots in brazil with plenty of dive boats leaving for beaches ideal for guided underwater fishing adventures surf.   

made famous since the 70's by brigitte bardot, a must-visit hotspot and playground for the well-heeled is the celebrated búzios, with beautiful beaches and great nightlife.