South America Downtown + Watersports Pictures

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Take boat trips, go diving in crystalline water and snap memorable photos of jagged coastline, remote beaches and peaceful islands.

Visit a quaint 17th-century island fort, take a banana boat out on the ocean and fill up on tasty snacks from the stalls.

More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play. 

Swim in the secluded bay, hike up into the wooded hills and dine on the fruits of the sea at beachside restaurants at this beach, one of Rio’s best kept secrets. 

Lose track of time on this picturesque beach, where the waters are calm, the views are glorious and everything you could possibly need is close by. 

Join surfers and nature lovers that flock year-round to the glorious beaches of this coastal town.

Lose track of time on this picturesque beach, where the waters are calm, the views are glorious and everything you could possibly need is close by. 

Horseback rides, nature walks, water sports and wildlife spotting are just some of the activities on offer at this adventure sports resort situated on a bend of the Formoso River.

Revel in the lively ambiance of the bars and restaurants of one of the most popular beaches in the Búzios region.

Colonial landmarks, emerald waters, dozens of white-sand beaches and forest-clad tropical islands make this a quintessential beach town on the Costa Verde.

Swim in the warm water, visit an 18th-century church and board a catamaran for a sailing trip around Ilha Grande at this pretty beach. 

Visit a quaint 17th-century island fort, take a banana boat out on the ocean and fill up on tasty snacks from the stalls.