Things to do in Bonito

Public Square (Praça Pública) is Bonito’s main square, a place to take a break from the town’s ecotourism activities. This pretty plaza is popular with locals and tourist, all of whom come to relax on the tree-shaded lawns and wooden benches. Throughout the day you’ll see groups of friends chatting and families enjoying picnics. Public Square also hosts free cultural events.

The Formoso River Ecological Park (Parque Ecológico Rio Formoso) is a lakeside recreation resort with many family-friendly activities to try. Enjoy land- and water-based adventures amid the magnificent tropical surroundings of the Formoso River. Whether you want to relax or take part in thrill-seeking pursuits, Formoso River Ecological Park is a great year-round attraction.

Experience a mix of nature and entertainment at Figueira Beach (Praia da Figueira). Take part in a host of activities, both in and out of the water, which are suitable for all ages. Relax on the soft golden sand or the palm-shaded lawns, enjoy drinks at the resort’s beach bar and dine at the buffet restaurant. Figueira Beach sits on the shores of a lake fed by the Formoso River.

Get ready to be enthralled by the natural beauty of São Miguel Cave (Gruta de São Miguel). Marvel at impressive speleothems, mineral deposits formed over millions of years from the groundwater in subterranean caves. Watch as colorful birds fly above the cave’s encompassing forest. São Miguel Cave is an attraction suitable for most ages and a great side trip from Bonito.

Jibóia Project (Projeto Jibóia) is a one-man mission to educate people about non-venomous snakes and to dispel the misconceptions associated with them. Brazilian snake-lover Henrique Naufal set up the Jibóia Project in 2005 and he invites you to take a guided tour of his environmental park. Learn about the behavioral aspects of snakes and their ecological benefit. Peek inside terrariums and pose for a photo with a huge snake.