Ossos Beach

The peninsula’s southern beaches are trickier to get to, but they are prettier and have better surf. The northern beaches are more sheltered and are closer to the towns. Working anticlockwise from south of Magunihos, the first beach Geribá and Ferradurinha (Little horseshoe). These are beautiful beaches with good surf, but the Búzios Beach Club has build condos here. Next on the coast is Ferradura, which is large enough for windsurfing, and Lagoinha, rocky beach with rough water. Praia da Foca and Praia do Forno have colder water than the other beaches. João Fernandes are both good for swimming and snorkeling, as are the topless beaches of Azedinha and Azeda. Praia dos Ossos, Praia da Armação, Praia do Caboclo and Praia dos Amores are pretty to look, but not for lounging around. Praia da Tartaruga is quiet and pretty.

WHEN TO GO / CLIMATE: Buzios is possible to visit all around the year. There are no big variations in the climate in Buzios. The hottest period (summer) is from November to March, when the precipitation is highest as well. The coolest period (winter) is normally from June to August, when it is quite dry as well. The average annual temperature is around 21ºC, with average annual high of 28ºC and average annual low of 18ºC. The winter might be comparable with summer climate in northern Europe.

HOW TO GO: Buzios can be reached by air from Rio de Janeiro by small aircrafts on regular basis, where Packtours can book this local flight and arrange airport transfers. Another possibility is by sea, arriving with a cruise ship; then Packtours do arrangements in the same way as you would arrive by air, but IF you will continue stay at the cruiser, we can arrange tours in Buzios from/to the ship. Third and most common possibility is to arrive by land (car / bus) a 2-hours ride from Rio de Janeiro (via road RJ-106). Packtours can arrange regular or private transports from Rio, or if you prefer to rent a car, we make all necessary travel arrangements you may need.

HOW LONG STAY: For the first time visitor we recommend at least a three night stay (to get two full days in Buzios). Besides the pre-booked hotel and airport transfers, we recommend you to rent a car and discover the peninsula and its beaches yourself.