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Located in the west of Rio de Janeiro, Recreio dos Bandeirantes is serene and secluded—other visitors rarely stray this far from the city, leaving this beach to surfers and locals. Less busy and crowded than the South Zone beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, the beach offers a wealth of activities, from waterfront running and beach volleyball to paddleboarding and surfing. Plus, it’s one of the few Rio beaches where waves are consistently small and gentle, ideal for beginning surfers.