Recife de Maracajaú (Parrachos de Maracajaú)

Nicknamed the Caribbean of Brazil, the reef offers some of the country’s best snorkeling conditions, especially at low tide, as well as opportunities for scuba diving. Most travelers visit Maracajaú by boat tours taking them from the beach to floating platforms—jumping off points to the reef, but also handy rest stops for coming up for a breather. Most tours include access to snorkels, fins, and masks.