Experience · Full day
Pedra Branca
Pedra Branca is a 45-minute hike through untouched Atlantic forest that ends at a small, clear-water beach rimmed by white rock. You'll likely have it almost to yourself.
It's one of our favorite full-day trips because it delivers everything in one shape: a light forest hike with butterflies and bromeliads, a swim in genuinely clear water, and a picnic under a shade tree. No schooner, no tour group — just you and whoever you came with.
The trailhead is a 40-minute drive from the chalet. Pack water, snacks, reef-safe sunscreen, and wear shoes that can get wet — the last part of the trail crosses a creek.
Bianca can arrange a guide if you'd prefer one (the trail is not always marked).
- Trail length ~4km round trip
- Hike time 45–60 minutes each way
- Difficulty Easy to moderate — creek crossings
- Best season April to October (drier)
- What to bring Water, snacks, swimsuit, shoes that get wet
- Guide Optional, R$250 per group (arranged by host)
- Drive from chalet 40 minutes
