búzios might just be the prefect mix of sophisticated nightlife, cosmopolitan gastronomy heaven, and untouched natural paradise - hidden away from the town are some wonderful areas of outstanding natural beauty, still practically undeveloped.

the wildlife thrives in the rural areas of búzios surrounded by vegetation covered hills, mountains, and luscious fauna - as a result there are two wildlife reserves protecting the natural habitat of the region's birds, mammals, reptiles, and marine life.

atlantic plant species flourish in the unspoiled environment of both the serra das emerências and the reserva do tauá reserves - the latter is home to over 300 species of butterfly and more than 60 breeds of birds, so visitors should certainly have a pair of binoculars handy when visiting.