Discover Costa Verde
Discover Costa Verde
The region’s exuberant nature is a chapter in itself. There are more than 2,000 beaches, both busy and deserted, a multitude of islands and a landscape protected by the Restinga da Marambaia, and huge walls covered by the Atlantic Rainforest. The sea has various shades of green and is ideal for water and nautical sports.
One of the best-known destinations is Angra dos Reis, especially the district of Ilha Grande, which is the largest island in the Bay of Angra dos Reis and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You could say that nature meets luxury in Angra. Incredibly surrounded by 365 islands, more than 2,000 beaches and diverse marine life, it is considered one of the best diving spots in the country.
When it comes to gastronomy, Paraty is the destination to visit. Today, considered a Creative City of Gastronomy by UNESCO, the city offers the delights of the Gastronomic Festival, the peculiarities of the Cachaça Festival or simply everyday dishes and flavours.
Paraty is also known as a museum city and a reference point for cultural tourism, blending nature and history in an unusual way. The Paraty International Literary Festival is an outstanding cultural event, bringing the best of world literature to the region.
Costa Verde is also a region full of ecological paradises, historic towns, fishing villages and community-based tourism, offering an immersive experience of an authentic and spectacular Brazil.
Unique Experiences to Live in Costa Verde
Unique Experiences to Live in Costa Verde
Did You Know?
Did You Know?
By plane
There are daily international flights to Guarulhos airport in São Paulo and Galeão airport in Rio de Janeiro. From these capitals, you can reach the Costa Verde by car or bus.
By Car
The roads to the Costa Verde have excellent infrastructure. Buses and cars are the main ways to get to the cities. From Rio de Janeiro, the quickest option is to take the Rio-Santos motorway.
From São Paulo, tourists have the option of the Rio-Santos motorway (which cuts across the entire northern coast of the state), the Dutra motorway and the Ayrton Senna motorway.
Boats and motorboats
Boats and motorboats are great options for exploring the cities of the Costa Verde, especially Paraty and Angra dos Reis.
On foot or by bicycle
Within the urban perimeter of cities, it is possible to get around on foot or by bicycle.
Personal Vehicles and Rentals
The best way to get between the cities is to use your own or hired car. Car hire services from São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro are available at the airports. Before hiring a car, compare prices and policies between different rental companies. Make sure you have a valid driving licence and follow the local traffic rules.
Taxis and ride-sharing apps
There are taxi services in both Paraty and Angra dos Reis. The services can be requested easily in hotels and on the outskirts of cities.
Useful information
Useful information
Números de teléfono útiles
Riotur - Informações Turísticas
+55 (21) 3460 - 1746
Delegacia do Turista:
+55 (21) 2332 - 2924
Polícia Militar: 190
Samu: 192
Bombeiros: 193
Electricity voltage
110 V
Local climate
Throughout the year, the climate is generally warm, with the summer between November and March being the highlight. The weather is milder between June and August.
