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at a glance

it has the most varied plant life, with vegetation that nearly reaches the ocean in places. it is also the quietest and the easiest to disembark at, and for this reason fishing and tour boats prefer to anchor here.

because of the heavier traffic, and greater human 'footprint,' the largest concentration of urubus, a local bird similar to a vulture is found here as well, attracted by the trash.

but no matter; ilha comprida is the best spot to see dolphins, particularly along the north shore, facing the city and the other cagarra islands.   arrow-back      arrow-forward

beach attire
attractions baths & lockers

beaches

lifeguards
sports kiosks
entertainment vendors & food
music after dark
nightlife adventure
restaurants celebrity
shopping sports
etiquette ilha cagarra ilha das palmas ilha comprida ilha redonda family
carnival ilhotas da cagarra ilhota grande ilhota piquena ilhota redonda social
réveillon laje da cagarra laje da redonda ilha rasa (do farol) oceanic islands panoramic
accommodations south zone governador island picturesque
transport south-west zone paquetá island niterói
safety west zone niterói

islands

extras north zone islands main beaches
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