Arraial do Cabo

Farol Beach Farol Beach

Fall in love for this lovely landscape with sand dunes and crystal clear waters.

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Rio de Janeiro coast is full of beautiful beaches, such as Arraial do Cabo where Farol Beach is.

The Beach is one of the most beautiful in Brazil and amazes for its perfect landscape. The great sand dunes perfectly adorn the centenary fig tree and the turquoise sea, delighting tourists.

Located in an ecological reserve, the waters of Farol Beach are crystal clear and cold. The best way to make the most of your visit is to bathe in or snorkel with a mask to see colourful fishes in this natural aquarium.

In the region there are archaeological sites and historical ruins such as Farol Novo (New Farol) and Farol Velho (Old Farol).

The only way to get to Farol Beach is by boat and you must have an authorization issue by the Instituto de Estudos do Mar Almirante Paulo Moreira (IEAPM) (Study of the Sea Almirante Paulo Moreira Institute).

Key information and tips

Carry with you a mask and a snorkel to dive.

IEAPM: +55 (22) 2622-9022

If you are riding a private boat, make sure you have the authorization issued by IEAPM.

Duration of the Visit
40 minutes.
Phone
+55 (22) 2622-1949
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Farol Beach

Address

Praia do Farol - Arraial do Cabo, Rio de Janeiro

You can only get to the beach by boat. In Arraial do Cabo there are many tourim agencies that make this trip.

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