Itacoatiara

Itacoatiara is one of the 48 official neighborhoods into which the city of Niterói, Rio de Janeiro in Brazil is divided.

Itacoatiara beach is located about 30 minutes east of downtown Niterói by car, or one hour by bus.

The main beach is open to the Atlantic Ocean and is dangerous for the casual swimmer while offering ideal conditions for water sports.

The place is famous for offering the ideal conditions for the practices of surfing, bodysurfing and bodyboarding during most of the year.

The Serra da Tiririca State Park is also located there and was recognised by UNESCO as a World Biosphere Reserve.