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Natal is the capital of the State of Rio Grande do Norte. It is a city of extraordinary beaches dotted with tiny fishing villages. The most sought-after beaches are Genipabu and Cotovelo. There are also delightful freshwater beaches along the Potengi River and its falls. The Reis Magos Fort, the birthplace of the city, is definitely worth a visit. On the other side, the beach and reefs form a gigantic, natural aquarium. |
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| GETTING THERE |
AIR:
Natal is connected by air with Rio, Sao Paulo, Brasilia and all the major cities of the Northeast.
BUS:
Buses run daily from Salvador (18 hrs), Rio de Janeiro (44 hrs), Recife (41/2 hrs), and the main cities of Brasil.
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| EATING AND DRINKING |
| Seafood is great at "O Crustaceo", Rua Apodi 414. For fresh healthy food go to "Macrobiotica, on Rua Princesa Isabel. If you prefer something fancier, go to "Casa Grande" at Rua Princesa Isabel 529, they offer typical dishes. If you like Italian food, "Mama Italia", Rua Silvio Pedrosa 43, they have pizzas, pastas, and some seafood. There is also a nice coffe shop with pastries and cakes called "Cafe Avenida" on Avenida Deodoro. |
| RECOMMENDED SIGHTSEEING & ACTIVITIES |
Camurupim Beach w/park f/d
Visit to Camurupim beach on the southern area of Natal. Enjoy the whole day sunbathing and swimming (1 hour from the city). Duration: 8 hrs
Natal by night w/show (Zaz Tras) + dinner
After dinner, you will be taken to a folklorical show house called Zas Tras, where, before the main show, passengers will be received by the Northeastern Music Group. The show displays a great variety of Brazilian typical dances. Duration: 6 hrs
Natal by night w/show (Zaz Tras)
Same activity without dinner.
South Beaches w/boat f/d
After leaving the hotel towards the southern coast, a visit to the beaches: Cotovelo, Pirangi, Buzios and Tabatinga. Stop for a boat tour at Pirangi do Norte beach (2h). Next, Buzios Beach, where you will see the biggest cashew tree of the world. Optional lunch and departure towards Tabatinga's Beach (Golfinhos viewpoint). Duration: 8 hrs
Buggy Tour
North or South Beaches f/d Buggy Tour throughout the northern or southern dunes. Duration: 8 hrs
Joao Pessoa
Tour to Joao Pessoa to see the beaches and the main turistic points. Duration: 8 hrs
City Tour h/d
Tourist center, Reis Mago's Fort, old Cathedral, Palace of Government, Legislative Assembly, town hall, main avenue, Ponta Negra and Via Costeira beaches. Duration: 3 hrs
Pipa Beach f/d
Departure towards the southern coast, passing by inner cities and sugar cane plantations. A short stop for taking pictures at Timbau do Sul beach, Madeiro (also known by Dolphins Bay), and Cacimbinha Ana Pipa, a desert beach. Optional lunch. Duration: 8 hrs
Cunhau Beach f/d
w/boat. A quiet beach and a fascinating landscape where the river Curimatau meets the sea. The beach is usually deserted, with excellent running on the beaches for buggies or motorcycles.Duration: 8 hrs
Jenipabu Beach f/d
Leave the hotel on a van, towards Jenipabu's beach. You will enjoy some free time on the beach. Around 10 o'clock there will be a buggy tour on dunes (about 40 minutes). Optional lunch. Duration: 8 hrs
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