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The World’s 100 Best Beaches

Praia do Sono

Paraty, Brazil

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST BEACHES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 96 2026
Praia do Sono

A beach about 1 km long with light sand and clear water, backed by hills and Atlantic Forest, with a river meeting the sea at one end. Visitors arrive by a 3 km forest trail from Vila Oratório or by boat from the Laranjeiras condominium pier.

Highlights

  • Light sand
  • Clear water, rip currents
  • Trail to Antigos beaches

Good to know

  • Trail slippery and muddy after rain
  • Parking around R$30 near trailhead
  • Boat R$50–65 per person each way

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