85 kilometres south of the city of Natal, the coast of Praia da Pipa is a mixture of red sandy cliffs and sheltered coves that attracr dolphins and marine turtles, set againsy a backdrop of lush Atlantic coastal forest. Activities include surfing, snorkelling and trips by beach buggy on the sand dunes of Geni Pabu. The village attracts both national and international visitors and had a numerous hip bars, good restaurants and arty boutiques that create a special, laid-back atmosphere.