the town has more of a rugged feel, as much of its tourism centers around the ecological side of things - there are many bars to finish off the day after long hikes and bathing around the cascades of waterfalls, the food is hearty and the scene is laid back.

flashy or club like establishments do not flourish here, as most of the people who prefer cachoeiras de macacu quite simply are not interested in the more superficial side of life.

pousada do escultor is a wonderful guesthouse is set upon 30,000 square meters of lush vegetation with many hiking trails and it's very own waterfall, something that cachoeiras is known for.