Shopping
There are many nice boutiques and they don't just sell bikinis, t-shirts and other turtle-themed souvenirs.
The Beach
The beach is very nice. when the tide is out there are tide pools that are full of sea life. farther down on the beach, past projeto tamar there is a great place for swimming. there are a lot of fish and you don't even need a snorkel and mask to see them. after seeing projeto tamar, spend the rest of the day relaxing on the beach, swimming in the ocean or exploring the tide pools. it's not uncommon to see a whale surface past the breaking waves.
Sapiranga Ecological Reserve
Atlantic rainforest area just a couple of km from praia do forte. lots of interesting plants and birds, but rather spoilt by the 4-wheeled motorbikes that are the latest invasive species.
Horse riding
Available on the beach and for trips to sapiranga reserve.
Bicycle hire.
Several good trails are available.