In a gorgeous jungle setting 16km northwest of Paraty, well-traveled hosts Olivier and Valéria serve tasty Franco-Brazilian cuisine and rent out five units with fireplaces and panoramic verandas, including two ‘lofts’ with air-con, large bathtubs and DVD players. Activities include horseback riding, jungle treks, and relaxing stints by the pool, waterfall and riverside sauna. See website for driving directions.
Le Gite d’Indaiatiba
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