Enseada do Gancho Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Geriba Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and a coastal town

Geriba Beach

Revel in the lively ambiance of the bars and restaurants of one of the most popular beaches in the Búzios region.

Geriba Beach
Rua das Pedras which includes a small town or village and night scenes

Rua das Pedras

Spend a relaxed afternoon exploring the charming stores, galleries and cafés of this busy and colorful street, or head to one of the bars here that come alive after dark.

Rua das Pedras
Ferradura Beach showing swimming, a coastal town and general coastal views

Ferradura Beach

The calm waters that lap this gorgeous horseshoe-shaped beach in an upmarket Búzios neighborhood are perfect for swimming, kayaking and snorkeling.

Ferradura Beach
Orla Bardot which includes a sunset, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Orla Bardot

Enjoy the ocean views and admire the fascinating statues of iconic figures and fishermen in this walkway tribute to a French diva.

Orla Bardot
Armacao Beach featuring general coastal views and a bay or harbour as well as a couple

Armacao Beach

Look out across the ocean from this golden beach in the liveliest area of Búzios and enjoy views of bobbing boats and a delightful statue.

Armacao Beach
Forno Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and rugged coastline

Forno Beach

Hone your photography skills at this beach where the striking and unusual pink tinge to the sand makes for interesting vacation pictures.

Forno Beach

Activities

From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip

From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip

NZ$133
Per adult
From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip
Discover scuba diving in Búzios

Discover scuba diving in Búzios

NZ$71
Per adult
Discover scuba diving in Búzios
Full Day in Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios

Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios

NZ$132
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios
Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch

Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch

NZ$89
Per adult
Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch
Armação dos Búzios: Walk Through the Natural Pools in Búzios

Armação dos Búzios: Walk Through the Natural Pools in Búzios

NZ$43
Per adult
Armação dos Búzios: Walk Through the Natural Pools in Búzios
Buzios Tour

Day Trip to Búzios from Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Tour, Bay Cruise and Lunch

NZ$130
Per adult
Day Trip to Búzios from Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Tour, Bay Cruise and Lunch
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Our pick of the best Enseada do Gancho Hotel Deals

Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
3 out of 5
R. Pastor Admardo Machado s/n, Arraial do Cabo, RJ
The price is NZ$85 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
NZ$85
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Atalaia Viewpoint and Foguete Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (122 reviews)
"I loved everything about this place very safe and beautiful"

Reviewed on 30 Nov. 2023

Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Selina Buzios
Selina Buzios
4 out of 5
Av Jose Bento Ribeiro Dantas, 222, Búzios, RJ
The price is NZ$77 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$77
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Búzios. Enjoy a sauna, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (498 reviews)
"Excelente experiencia, los espacios son muy confortables, tiene muchas actividades dentro del predio. El personal es muy amable y atento. Sinceramente lo tomaría como referencia para buscarlo en los países que visite."

Reviewed on 26 Jan. 2024

Selina Buzios
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
3.5 out of 5
Estrada da Usina, 294, Morro do Humaitá, Búzios, RJ
The price is NZ$144 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Orla Bardot and Armacao Beach are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (306 reviews)
"Great pool. Short walk to town and beaches"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2024

Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
Varandas ao Mar
Varandas ao Mar
3 out of 5
22 Av. Dr. Hermes Barcelos, Arraial do Cabo, RJ
The price is NZ$111 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Atalaia Viewpoint and Foguete ...
9/10 Wonderful! (55 reviews)
"A localizacao é otima, O por do sol é incrivel da parte da piscina, os funcionarios sao bem educados. O quarto era bem aconchegante, mas o colchao era bem ruin e tbm a limpeza precisa melhorar, a roupa de cama parecia estar suja, mas fora isso tudo estava bom. Eu recomendaria pra outras pessoas!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2024

Varandas ao Mar
Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
4 out of 5
Rua das Dunas, S/N, Tucuns, Búzios
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (442 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2024

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Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
Hotel La Plage
Hotel La Plage
3 out of 5
Rua dos Badejos, 40, Praia do Peró, Cabo Frio, RJ
The price is NZ$98 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
NZ$98
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a sauna. Popular attractions Japanese Island and Forte Beach are located ...
6/10 (386 reviews)
"Horrible wifi only worked in lobby, no hot water, sandy floors, poor service and communication at reception - didn't work well with hotels.com reservation and on top of everything THE SHOWER ELECTRICUTED ME!.. Plus the sheets didn't fit well so they came off while we were sleeping so you woke up ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2014

Hotel La Plage
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Other neighbourhoods around Enseada do Gancho

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Tartaruga

If you're spending some time in Tartaruga, Tartaruga Beach and Virgin Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Tartaruga
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Portal da Ferradura

Though Portal da Ferradura may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ferradura Beach and Canto Beach.

Portal da Ferradura
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Alto de Buzios

When in Alto de Buzios, you can plan a visit to Ferradura Beach and Ferradurinha Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Alto de Buzios
Canto Beach showing outdoor art and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Canto

While visiting Canto, you might make a stop by sights like Canto Beach and Rua das Pedras.

Canto
Chapel of Our Lady Desatanudos

Manguinhos

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Manguinhos. You might want to make time for a stop at Porto da Barra Búzios or Chapel of Our Lady Desatanudos.

Manguinhos
Geriba Beach featuring a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

Praia de Geribá

If you're spending some time in Praia de Geribá, Geriba Beach and Geriba Lagoon are top sights worth seeing.

Praia de Geribá

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