Discover Fernando de Noronha
Fernando de Noronha is a volcanic archipelago 350 km off Brazil's northeast coast, consistently voted the most beautiful beach in the world. The UNESCO World Heritage marine park strictly limits visitor numbers, preserving an ecosystem of extraordinary beauty — crystal-clear waters with 50-metre visibility, resident dolphins, sea turtles, and coral reefs.
Best Areas to Stay in Fernando de Noronha
Accommodation on Fernando de Noronha is exclusively in small pousadas (guesthouses) and eco-lodges — there are no large resorts. This deliberate limitation preserves the island's pristine character. Properties range from simple but charming guesthouses in the Vila dos Remédios village to luxury eco-lodges with ocean views and sustainable design.
Where to Book in Fernando de Noronha
Baía do Sancho, reached by descending through a narrow rock crevice, is repeatedly crowned the world's best beach by TripAdvisor. The Baía dos Porcos, with its natural rock pools and twin-pinnacle backdrop, is equally dramatic. The Mar de Dentro (inner sea) beaches face the mainland with calm waters ideal for snorkelling with sea turtles.
Things to Do in Fernando de Noronha
The island is a protected marine sanctuary where spinner dolphins congregate in Dolphins' Bay each morning — viewing from the clifftop is one of nature's great spectacles. Scuba diving here reveals pristine coral gardens, reef sharks, rays, and the underwater remains of shipwrecks. The Atalaia tidal pools, with limited daily access, offer natural aquariums of extraordinary clarity.