fishing and scuba diving are also very popular on account of the crystal clear waters and abundant marine wildlife - on dry land visitors can enjoy horseback riding, hiking, guided tours, and calming strolls along the ramba bardot - named in fact after the aforementioned brigitte bardot.

praia joão fernandinho, situated on the north-eastern top of búzios, takes its name from the general who defended the area from the advances of pirates and indians.

all of the peninsula's beaches have beautifully clear water, bleach white sands, and a host of different activities, on land or in the sea, that will appeal to most ages and tastes.