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Some say that just the hike through the Brazilian Atlantic rainforest to Lopes Mendes beach is worth the trip to Brazil alone. The Lopes Mendes beach in Ilha Grande is considered an absolutely must see and was recently voted as one of the top 10 most beautiful beaches in the world by Vogue Magazine. It is a wide beach with pristine white sand and the crystal clear waters that make the jaw dropping scenic background looks like an image straight from a postcard. The water is shallow a long way out, making for good surfing conditions and the beach is usually deserted making this the perfect quiet getaway if you just want to relax while taking in the scenery and marveling at the true wonder of nature that is Lopes Mendes.
