an important behavioral item on the list of beach etiquette, is following the instructions of the lifeguards, avoiding the waters when a red flag is clearly visible.

an important aspect of beach-life in rio is respect for others, meaning that games should be played away from anyone enjoying peacefully the sun and the breeze - in fact, some beach games are not allowed before 5 pm.

dogs are not allowed on the sand, and even if some are spotted taking their pets on the beach, this is no license to follow the bad example, especially by a foreign visitor - keeping these simple rules in mind will allow any tourist to know what to do while at the beach, and understanding more of what goes on around them.