Fernando de Noronha Marine National Park

Consisting of one main island and a few small islets far out in the Atlantic Ocean, exclusive Fernando de Noronha is regarded locally as the perfect island destination. Its limited accommodation, high prices and status as a marine national park have conspired to keep it uncrowded and largely unspoilt. The best diving in all Brazil is found here, as well as many beautiful beaches and plenty of wildlife including turtles and dolphins. Volkswagen buggies can be hired for independent exploration and boat trips can be taken for dolphin-watching and visiting various lovely beaches.

Pousada Ze Maria

An attractive boutique hotel with very comfortable individual bungalows set along a hillside, famously good restaurant, infinity pool and full excursion service. Salad leaves are grown hydroponically along the restaurant’s banisters, and the caiparinhas and Brazillian red wine are surprisingly good.