a brilliant way to observe rio de janeiros's spectacular firework show on new years eve, is away from the crowds. for this purpose boats can be chartered, taking groups of revelers out onto the bay to see the show from a dramatically different angle and enjoying their own exclusive party amongst friends.

in this section we show pictures of this very different way to welcome the new year, with unique perspectives of copacabana beach, the sugarloaf mountain and, of course, the breathtaking fireworks.