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Rio do Fogo
A fishing village between lagoons and beaches, on the way from Natal to São Miguel do Gostoso.
Rio do Fogo is a fishing village about 72 km from Natal, with beaches lined with coconut palms, dunes and the Rio do Fogo reefs — natural pools formed by reefs, much less crowded than the ones in Maracajaú.
Things to do in Rio do Fogo
The highlights of Rio do Fogo are its reefs and its emptier beaches, such as Zumbi, a few minutes from the village center.
Nature
Rio do Fogo Reefs
Natural pools formed by reefs about 5 km off the coast — a quieter alternative to the busy Maracajaú reefs.
Beach
Zumbi Beach
A quiet getaway surrounded by coconut palms and dunes, about 8 km from Rio do Fogo's main beach.
Lagoon
Cotia Lagoon
A freshwater lagoon about 65 km from Natal, on the North Coast.
Frequently asked questions about Rio do Fogo
They're the same kind of natural pool formed by coral reefs, but farther from the tourist circuit and much less crowded.
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