Top 10 Free Things to do in Costa Verde, State of Rio de Janeiro (RJ)

July 16, 2021 Stefan Strunk

Discover the best top things to do in Costa Verde, Brazil including Pao de Acucar Peak, Pico do Papagaio, Saco do Mamangua Beach, Lopes Mendes Beach, Sao Goncalo Beach, Cachoeira do Toboga, Praia do Cachadaco, Cataguas Island, Gipoia Island, Brava Beach.
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1. Pao de Acucar Peak

Saco do Mamangua, Paraty, State of Rio de Janeiro Brazil http://www.bondinho.com.br
Excellent
85%
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5.0 based on 183 reviews

Pao de Acucar Peak

Reviewed By Jensitolino

The views from the top are magnificent and are worth the steep hike up to the top. To get to the start of this hike you can take a boat from Paraty Mirim for 250 reais (return) which takes approx. 20 minutes each way. Make sure you got plenty of water with you as you will need it. The walk to the top will take you between 60 and 90 minutes depending on your fitness. It's best to wear proper shoes for this hike. I wouldn't do this walk after it has rained as it would make it very difficult to not slip. You can't really go wrong on your way up as the path is narrow but easy to follow. You walk in shade 90% of the time but there may not be a single breeze until you reach the very top. It's worth the sweat once you stand on the top and look down.

2. Pico do Papagaio

Estrada Dois Rios Pico do papagaio trail, Angra Dos Reis, Ilha Grande, State of Rio de Janeiro 23903 Brazil
Excellent
88%
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5.0 based on 720 reviews

Pico do Papagaio

Reviewed By 394maggiet

Martin was a an absolute joy to work with. He is professional and knowledgeable while still making the experience fun and enjoyable. We completed both the parrot peak hike and also the sunset canoe trip. Martins tours are an amazing experience and I highly recommend him if you enjoy staying active while on the island. During our time we were able to experience a variety of unforgettable moments including watching one of the most spectacular sunrises I’ve ever seen and swimming with bioluminescence. Martin keeps the mood light and also provided us with amazing photos of the entire adventure for no additional cost. 10/10 recommend!

3. Saco do Mamangua Beach

Estrada Parati Mirim Pedreira Praia do Engenho, Paraty, State of Rio de Janeiro 23970-000 Brazil
Excellent
84%
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5.0 based on 765 reviews

Saco do Mamangua Beach

Reviewed By NewWorldSurfer - San Francisco, United States

Like most special places in the World, you pay dues to get there. If it is too easy it is ruined by overcrowding and inconsiderate people. The big issue here is the last 5 kilometers of the "road" to Paraty Mirim. Heavily washboarded and lots of mud. We made it in a rental car but if was rainy would be very easy to get stuck in the shin deep mud. 4X4 better, with higher ground clearance but lots do it in regular cars. Parking 20R for the day. The boatman would not go lower than 250R return despite dozens of boats and not so many customers. We are FIT travellers and refuse to go on tours with groups. This was true even before the Wuhan plague but all the more critical now. We did see the small bus so you can do it the cheap way for less than the cost of parking. The main beach was soso and crowded. You must hire boat to get to the world class beaches in the Saco (fjord) of Mamangua itself. The drive first suggested taking us to a beach with a restaurant which we declined. We bring our own cooler with food and deinks and asked for the best beach (which means undeveloped). Euginho Beach did not disappoint. Freshwater stream emerging from pile of rounbded rocks which meets the sea and very pristine sand , HUGE shade tree and restroom are only "facilities". and reef.

4. Lopes Mendes Beach

Angra Dos Reis, Ilha Grande, State of Rio de Janeiro Brazil
Excellent
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4.5 based on 5,714 reviews

Lopes Mendes Beach

Reviewed By ElaineE24 - Dublin, Ireland

One of the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever been to. You can get a taxi boat out from Abroaa to Pousa ( 25 real) and from there it’s a 15 minute walk through the jungle to get here. White sandy beaches and crystal blue water will greet you on arrival! Be prepared it gets quite busy but you can walk much further down the beach to get a quiet spot. They also have lifeguards working. They don’t have any facilities on the beach so make sure you pack a picnic and some beers.

5. Sao Goncalo Beach

Rodovia Rio Santos, Paraty, State of Rio de Janeiro 23970-000 Brazil
Excellent
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4.5 based on 682 reviews

Sao Goncalo Beach

6. Cachoeira do Toboga

Estrada RJ 165 - Km 8 Igreja da Penha, Paraty, State of Rio de Janeiro 23970-000 Brazil
Excellent
59%
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4.5 based on 2,322 reviews

Cachoeira do Toboga

Reviewed By E8026HSrobertj - London, United Kingdom

We went on the waterfall/jungle tour with Jango Tours and the Toboga was one of our stops on the day. The surfers at this spot are insane, blindfolding themselves with leaves while flipping and sliding down the rocks on their feet! It is an amazing natural formation that is loads of fun to slide down a few times into the natural, cool pool. Don't miss the chance to do this if you're in the area.

7. Praia do Cachadaco

Teste, Trindade, Paraty, State of Rio de Janeiro Brazil
Excellent
64%
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27%
Satisfactory
7%
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4.5 based on 3,942 reviews

Praia do Cachadaco

Reviewed By wetandhappy - Poole, United Kingdom

This amazing beach was all we wanted. We plonked ourselves at a cafe/restaurant half way down the beach - the first. They were really helpful- left us to chill and looked after our needs when we needed them- they helped with translation as our Portuguese was/is poor ???? We had the most wonderful lunch- a huge and whole fish, salad, rice washed down with some great cocktails. I also spent a lot of the time in the sea enjoying the force of nature. We caught a bus with the locals from Paraty and had a great day overall. Recommend this to get away from it all ????

8. Cataguas Island

Corredor Turistico da Ponta Leste, Angra Dos Reis, State of Rio de Janeiro 23937-190 Brazil 5524998575568 http://www.facebook.com/receptivovemcomigo
Excellent
77%
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 1,045 reviews

Cataguas Island

9. Gipoia Island

Proximo a Vila Velha e a Ilha da Piedade Corredor Turistico da Ponta Leste, Angra Dos Reis, State of Rio de Janeiro Brazil http://www.angratop.com.br
Excellent
73%
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 576 reviews

Gipoia Island

10. Brava Beach

Mangaratiba, State of Rio de Janeiro Brazil
Excellent
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4.5 based on 55 reviews

Brava Beach

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