End of the Trail

Between Sao Paulo and Rio, tucked behind Parque Nacional da Serra da Bocaina in a crease of a peninsula, lies the incredibly preserved city of Paraty.  Surrounded by steep mountains of rainforest on one side and the island spotted Atlantic on the other, colorful Paraty was a Portuguese haven for pirates. Perhaps a frequented raiding spot because of the scenery… perhaps because of Paraty’s historic Cachaça distilleries… perhaps because of the strategic importance on “Caminho do Ouro” or Trail of Gold.  Either way with 65 islands to hop to, 300 beaches to explore, a canopy of rainforest, and some cold Dados to end the day, Paraty is waiting for you to choose the adventure.