located on cabo frio island (also known as ilha do farol- lighthouse island) and only accessible by boat, praia do farol is considered a paradise island and one of the most beautiful in brazil.

it is protected by the brazilian government and is unesco listed, so visitors must get permission from the navy, via the instituto de estudos do mar almirante paulo moreira, in order to visit.  

the beach is one kilometer long with fine white sand and is surrounded by small sand dunes. the water is transparent, cold and blue and the beach is known to be a good location for all types of fishing and for diving.