The Rio Jaboatão is a coastal river located in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil, flowing through the municipalities of Jaboatão dos Guararapes and Cabo de Santo Agostinho. The stretch most relevant to anglers is the river's lower section near its mouth, situated within the Paiva Reserve — an area characterized by well-preserved mangrove forests and a notably more pleasant and natural setting compared to the more urbanized rivers of the greater Recife region. Positioned roughly halfway between Recife and Porto de Galinhas, the river is conveniently accessible from both destinations, lying less than 30 minutes from Boa Viagem beach and approximately 40 minutes from Porto de Galinhas. This makes it an excellent sport fishing option for visitors based anywhere along this stretch of the Pernambuco coast.