FLIP
(http://www.paraty.tur.br/...) - this literature festival usually takes place in july. it gathers some of the best national writers and guest international authors. hotels can get pretty crowded, book well in advance for this period.
Kayaking
In the bay to islands, beaches and mangrove.
boat trip
A boat trip through the bay. You can even find your own private beach on one of more than 300 islands. Small boats are available for charter near the river mouth. Negotiate a price before leaving.
Trekking & Guided Walks
The caminho do ouro/ gold trail. access located in the paraty-cunha road. lots of trails through the atlantic rainforest to tropical beaches, like praia do sono. english speaking guides at "http://www.paratyexplorer.com"
Walking tour of Paraty Old Town
Explore the colonial jewel with expert local guides on a walking tour thro the cobbled streets of the Old Town
Snorkeling
In the bay. when you rent a small boat and hire the driver for the afternoon you can ask about getting a mask and snorkel. they'll also supply you with fish food. you just jump off in the middle of the bay and float around feeding fish.
Dance
With the locals at bar/clubs in the main square, lado b da praã§a or dinho's bar, or in paraty 33
Shambhala Asian Day Spa
A day spa with a stunning view on the bay, at 10 minutes walk from the historical center. The Asian way of getting pampered and looked afterâ¦with natural body treatments and traditional massage techniques.