Visitors to Rio de Janeiro might think that living is such a varied city, with nature, beaches, and nightlife around every corner, locals would never have to leave – yet the grass is always greener, even for the Carioca people of Rio. So where do they escape? Many will make the short journey east towards the peninsula and visit Arraial do Cabo, a small network of winding streets that all seem to end at a beautiful beach. Take the trip out of the big city, and take this list with you when you go.
Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia
Start out by visiting some of the beaches in the area, as that is likely one of the main reasons you are visiting Arraial do Cabo. They say save the best for last, but life is short. As you turn the corner over the backside of the peninsula on which Arraial sits, you will be rendered speechless as you are greeted with a view of blinding white sand and a bunch of boats bobbing in the bay, on the water so clear they cast shadows on the ocean floor.