The Brazilian coast between Rio de Janeiro and Santos (São Paulo) is one of the most interesting and beautiful regions in the world: many bays with wonderful beaches and islands, mountains with the Mata Atlântica (Atlantic Rain Forest), historic towns and indigenious villages, still not known to international tourism yet.

From the beaches you have a sight to the untouched jungle, the Mata Atlântica. The last intact coastal jungle with high mountains, water falls, rivers, beautiful beaches, many bays and islands, since 1992 UNESCO Biosphere reservate and since 1999 World Heritage. Originally the Mata Atlântica stretched up to the north of Brazil, now there is only 8% left. Half of the trees and many animals (about 80% of the primates) are endemic, which means, that they only can be seen here. The Mata Atlântica is one of the regions with the most species, so one of the 5 most important hotspots on earth. Beside monkeys, parrots, caimans, tiger cats you can meet jaguars and pumas, the largest cats in America. At the coast you often can observe tucuxi dolphines, the only species that lives in the ocean and in rivers. The climate is optimal for many orchids and bromeliads.

Take the tour on our site along this coast, from Guarujá going northeast along the northern coast of São Paulo and continuing along the Costa Verde, the southern coast  of the state of Rio de Janeiro until Rio.

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If you have the time make a trip from Ṣo Paulo to Rio on the highland and return along the coast (Rio РSantos).

You will follow a long valley (Vale Paraíba) with high mountains also places to stop and make a visit as in Aparecida (with its famous cathedral), Campo do Jordão in the mountains (cold in winter) a nacional park and more. And finally, approaching Rio from the mountains is spectacular. If you are interested, you can fill out a form here…

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If you have the time make a trip via the highway on the highland to Rio and return from Rio to Santos along the coast. You will follow a long valley (Vale Paraíba) with high mountains also places to stop and make a visit as in Aparecida (with its famous cathedral), Campo do Jordão in the mountains (cold in winter) a nacional park and more. And finally, approaching Rio from the mountains is spectacular.

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Guarujá

Guarujá, only 90 km far from the capitol São Paulo, many of its inhabitants like to spend their weekends or vacations there. Guarujá offers well frequented beaches as well as beaches, where you will be more or less by yourself.

A big city as Guarujá of cause offers you everything that you wish. First class hotels, cheap lodging houses as well, golf and many other possibilities of sport, nightlife and shopping. The beach of Enseada is a well known place for jetskiing.

Guarujá was founded on September 2, 1893 and it counted just a hotel, a casino and 46 small houses. Today it has about 300,000 inhabitants. It is located on Santo Amaro island. The first European to land at the beach of Santa Cruz dos Navegantes was famous Américo Vespúcio at 22nd of January 1502.

The name Guarujá was given by the indian tribes that which means narrow passage (Guaru-ya), as it was the narrowest place between the continent and the island, devided by the Bertioga Canal.

If you prefer a stay with all possibilities of a city, but also with wonderful beaches, Guarujá is the right place for you.

Guarujá in Google Maps

Hotels

Hotel Il Faro

Delphin Hotel

Hotel Vicino Al Mare

We can arrange everything, the search and booking for a hotel as well as the transfer to and from the region or to other places in Brazil.

Activities

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Bertioga

Bertioga, the next large town north of Guarajá with its 30,000 inhabitants, offers an excellent infrastructure for tourism.

There is lodging for every taste and pocket, many possibilities for leisure and adventure (fishing, diving, walking, ecological trails and historical culture).

Bertioga has more than 30 km of beautiful beaches, nearly 500 km of Mata Atlântica with waterfalls, natural swimming pools and a large area of preservation.

Ecotourism is very important in this region. There are several possibilities to visit the Mata Atlântica by canoe, but also with guides by foot.

Schooners, fishing boats and motorboats can be rented for fishing or swimming outside in the ocean or to visit an island.

Before Bertioga was founded by the Portuguese in about 1532, the place was occupied by Indians of the tribe Tupi-Guarani, that called the place of “Buriquioca� (house of the apes).
In 1547 the fort São João was built, which still exists and is the oldest in Brazil.

A big event is the Festa Nacional do �ndio, taking place every year in April. Today, Bertioga is aware of the culture of the indigenous people. Since 2001 this takes place, meanwhile it is the largest native cultural event in Brazil with about 300,000 visitors from all parts of the world, presenting cultural manifestations, sporting traditions, corporal paintings and craft from many indigenous tribes.

Bertioga is waiting for you!

Bertioga in Google Maps

Hotels

We can arrange everything, the search and booking for a hotel as well as the transfer to and from the region or to other places in Brazil.

Activities

wanna surf

Restaurants

Restaurant Quirino Ostras

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Riviera de São Lourenço

Riviera de São Lourenço is a very modern and exclusive town at the coast. It is only 31.5 km from Guarujá and 120 km from São Paulo.

It offers everything that you need for life: a shopping center, good restaurants, bars etc. The beaches are very clean, you can make long walks and enjoy the lovely Atlantic Ocean. From Riviera de São Lourenço are many tours to the Mata Atlântica possible.

A must is to visit the quiosques at the road to São Sebastião, only a few kilometers away: they are famous for their fish, directly from the fishing boat.

Close to Riviera de São Lourenço there are some condomínios, where rich people have their beach houses, many are also available for you. These condomínios (for example Costa do Sol) are not public, so you can spend a very quiet time there. There is also the one or other hotel.

For a luxury stay with all infrastructures you should stay in Riviera de São Lourenço

Riviera de São Lourenço in Google Maps

Hotels

Amarilis Flat Service (English version)

We can arrange everything, the search and booking for a hotel as well as the transfer to and from the region or to other places in Brazil.

Activities

wanna surf

Restaurants

Restaurant Quirino Ostras

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Boracéia

at km 190 of the road Rio – Santos

141 km from São Paulo
32 km from Bertioga, 62 km to São Sebastião

The wonderful open sea, calm and transparent, is ideal for children and perfect for sports as walking, fishing or bicycling or just enjoying the sun.

Boracéia is good for surprises, the 9 km long beach hidden by the hill of Ponta da Boracéia. Another place nearby is the Rio Silveiras’s Indigenous Reservation, where tribes of Guarani Indians live and sell their crafts and plants at the Rio – Santos road. With authorization of the Indians it is possible to access the waterfall that goes down the mountains close to the village.

Little inhabited beach and well preserved, but with great hotel and gastronomical structure.

Boracéia – if you want everything nearby!

Boracéia in Google Maps

Hotels

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Juréia

As Juréia is not located directly at the Rodóvia Rio – Santos it is rather unknown. Most cars pass without noticing the road leading to this beach.

A small bay in the form of a horse shoe with a wonderful sand makes you feel great. The beach is falling rather steep to the ocean, which is perfect for surfers on windy days.

The village has high standard hotels, offering everything you need for relaxing: libraries, video, massages, swimming pool, bars, restaurants.

Juréia in Google Maps

Hotels

We can arrange everything, the search and booking for a hotel as well as the transfer to and from the region or to other places in Brazil.

Activities

wanna surf

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Barra do Una

at km 185 of the road Rio – Santos

135 km from São Paulo
19 km from Bertioga, 57 km from São Sebastião

The village is close to the Rio Uno and has an authentic atmosphere with fishermen, artisans and nice restaurants. The beach offers good conditions for surfers and swimmers.

You have many possibilities to make trips to sea by boat, but also by canoe on the Rio Uno.

The most beautiful trails of the litoral norte to the Mata Atlântica are possible with many waterfalls, animals and plants. Kajaking is also a possibilty to see the beauty of the rain forest from another angle.

From the high hill that is between Barra do Una and Juquehy, you will have a wonderful view

Don´t miss Barra do Una!

Barra do Una in Google Maps

Hotels

We can arrange everything, the search and booking for a hotel as well as the transfer to and from the region or to other places in Brazil.

Activities

Tuim Parque

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Juquehy

at km 173 of the road Rio – Santos

Another wonderful place along the coast is Juquehy: beaches with white sand and clear blue water and of course the Mata Atlântica as well.

Paulistas own here their beach houses, but also hotels, flats and pousadas are avaliable for tourists. From the marina there are tours available to the islands called As Ilhas, Dos Gatos and Montão de Trigo.

Different to the smaller towns Juquehy also offers night life, small shopping centers, many artcraft and its cuisine is famous.

But still Juquehy is not crowded and noisy as some other places in the world.

Welcome in Juquehy!

Juquehy in Google Maps

Hotels

Juquehy Praia Hotel

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Activities

wanna surf

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Barra do Sahy

km 172 of the road Rio – Santos

145 km from São Paulo
28 km from Bertioga, 44 km from São Sebastião

The beach of Barra do Sahy (or Saí) is formed like a horseshoe, with light sand and a wonderful sight to As Ilhas (“The Islands�). The village is not directly at the road from Santos to Rio, no traffic disturbs. For all, that like snorkels and diving, a trip with the schooner is worthwhile. The basin molded by the sea is impressive at the Canto Bravo.

From the river, fishermen go daily to the work on sea. Tourists also leave from there to the also beautiful islands to rest, to admire the nature or to dive.

Barra do Sahy has an excellent infrastructure, with good hotels and restaurants.

Enjoy Barra do Sahy!

Barra do Sahy in Google Maps

Hotels

Hotel Aldeia de Sahy

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Barra do Sahy

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Praia Preta

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