set in rio's zona south-west, and nicknamed 'surfers' paradise,' prainha (small beach) is a 600-meter beach located inside the area de proteção ambiental da prainha, a natural reserve where the only constructions are small kiosks and simple structures for the servicing of the region.

winner of the blue flag environmental award by the environmental education foundation in recognition of special urban beaches, prainha is certainly one of the most beautiful stretches in rio.

crystalline waters, green mountains with flush vegetation, and soft white sand make of this beach a small paradise inside the city of rio - green mountains, round rock formations, islands, white sand, and blue water create an unforgettable sight like few others.