Fernando de Noronha Island

Luxury Fernando de Noronha Travel

An isolated equatorial archipelago 220 miles adrift from the northeastern Brazilian Coast, Fernando do Noronha is a paradisical eco-sanctuary. Here, volcanic peaks skirted by sandy beaches rise from emerald-turquoise waters. The surrounding ocean teems with resident dolphins, turtles, tuna, reef sharks, and rays, while a myriad of marine birdlife takes shelter here.  

Declared a marine national park in 1988, this vital breeding ground and fragile ecological environment is fiercely protected. Park fees, a daily cap on the number of visitors, and limited hotels and development give the archipelago an exclusive, barefoot-luxe feel.  

Pass splendid days snorkeling or scuba diving crystalline waters, hiking to pristine, secretive beaches, horseback riding, or cruising the outer islets by boat. The island’s beaches, such as Baía do Sancho, consistently rank among the best globally.  

Given the logistics of visiting Fernando do Noronha in far, northeast Brazil, you’ll want to spend two to five days here—and perhaps longer yet if you’re here for the superb diving.  

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