...So after a final party night out in Rio we moved on last weekend to Ihla Grande. This island is stunning, the kind that are used in movies and we are lucky enough to have had a few lovely clear, warm days to enjoy.
Having met a few other couples at our hostel we embarked on a 14K round trip hike to see some of the beaches the island has to offer. Above is Lopes Mendes - the longest beach on the island and great for surfing. Unfortunately Mike had to keep his pro surfer skills at bay as the current was too strong for swimming that day. The walk back was a bit traumatic (not only due to my whining) but also as it started to get dark we nearly lost our way a few times. Luckily the island's dogs acted as our tour guide in return for a belly rub and a scrap of bread.
