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Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

1. Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

Marvel at the scenery of Rio de Janeiro, the Marvellous City, on a sunset sailing tour in Guanabara Bay. Admire the beautiful sunset, and savor all-inclusive drinks and snacks aboard your boat. Enjoy a small group tour or opt to splash out on a private tour to make your experience extra special. Set sail from Marina da Glória and pass by 3 fortresses — São José, Lage, and Santa Cruz — on your way to Boa Viagem Island in Niterói. Cruise past Oscar Niemeyer's striking Niterói Museum of Contemporary Art and enjoy the views in Guanabara Bay. Then, sit back and appreciate the sunset over the city of Rio de Janeiro. Delight in scenic views of the city's most famous landmarks, such as Sugar Loaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer, as the sun sets on the horizon. Throughout the tour, relax with drinks on board, such as the famous Brazilian cocktail Caipirinha, beer, and sparkling white wine. The tour concludes back at the marina in Glória. Hotel pickup and drop-off options are available.

Búzios: Catamaran Boat Tour

2. Búzios: Catamaran Boat Tour

Board at the downtown pier for a catamaran ride in Búzios, a city known for being one of the most charming seaside resorts in Brazil. Enjoy the paradisiacal views on a panoramic tour passing by Caboclo Island, Armação, Ossos, Azeda, Azedinha, and João Fernandes Beaches. Make a 30-minute stop to dive into the crystalline waters and observe the marine life of the Parque dos Corais (Coral Park). Continue toward João Fernandinho Beach, Branca Island, and Ilha Island. Enjoy another 30 minutes of diving. Then, head to Moças Beach, Enseada de Manguinhos, and Tartaruga Beach, the last diving stop. End the tour by exploring the unique scenery of the beaches of Virgens, Amores, and Canto. Finally, return to the pier in Búzios.

Rio: Boat Tour of Guanabara Bay

3. Rio: Boat Tour of Guanabara Bay

Get a new perspective of Rio on a catamaran tour, on which you'll check out all the bright spots while exploring stunning Guanabara Bay. Your tour begins at Marina da Gloria, boarding a modern and well-equipped catamaran. Depart in the direction of the Museum of Tomorrow, one of the architectural icons of Porto Maravilha, Rio's port region. On the way, get a look at amazing Villegagnon Island, Santos Dumont Airport, Fiscal Island, and the Arsenal of the Navy. Continue towards Niterói, passing beautiful Rio-Niterói Bridge and the famous Concha Acústica (Acoustic Shell) before heading to the MAC, the Museum of Contemporary Art, designed by Oscar Niemeyer. Be enchanted by its unique disc shape. Before returning to Rio de Janeiro, get to know other remarkable sights that surround the shores of Guanabara Bay, such as Adão and Eva Beaches, Santa Cruz Fortress, Lage Fortress,São José Fortress, and São João Fortress. Take in views of the famous Sugarloaf, where you'll have a few minutes to take pictures of the mountain from the catamaran. Before returning to Marina da Gloria, you'll pass the old Urca Casino and Flamengo Beach. If you have chosen the option with breakfast, first enjoy your breakfast at Marina da Glória and then board the catamaran. The coffee shop is right in front of the embarkation point, so you can enjoy the experience with peace of mind.

Rio de Janeiro: Unforgettable Sunset Boat Tour

4. Rio de Janeiro: Unforgettable Sunset Boat Tour

Start the tourt in the middle of the afternoon at the pier in Urca. Board the charming sailboat and pass by the Fortress of São José, Fortress Lage, Fortress Santa Cruz, and close to the Boa Viagem Island in Niterói. Here is the perfect stopping point for taking pictures and enjoying a spot of swimming.  Next, you will pass by the Niterói Contemporary Art Museum and sail back to the pier with an amazing view of the sunset on the horizon. Central to the scenery of Rio's coastline, there are many gorgeous views of Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer throughout the ride. Along the way, enjoy a refreshing selection of drinks and snacks from your friendly onboard host. The tour finishes after sunset allowing you to make the most of the amazing views of the city.

Rio de Janeiro: 3-Hour Sailing Trip on Guanabara Bay

5. Rio de Janeiro: 3-Hour Sailing Trip on Guanabara Bay

Enjoy a 3-hour sail and see the iconic sights of Rio de Janeiro from Guanabara Bay. You will meet your guide at the Marina da Gloria, downtown Rio, at the pre-arranged time and board the Kamehameha for a short introductory session to the boat’s main facilities and safety systems. You will motor out of the marina and then sail towards the protected, calm waters of the bay. Your guide will point out the sights of Rio surrounding the bay, including Sugarloaf Mountain, and the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Hill. You will also learn a bit about local history. At the end of the tour, you’ll be dropped off back at the starting point at the marina.

Búzios Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro

6. Búzios Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro

Visit the city of Armação dos Búzios, located on a peninsula on the northern coast of Rio de Janeiro, during this 12-hour excursion. Búzios grew from a fishing village into a charming tourist destination after a visit by the renowned French actress Brigitte Bardot in 1964. Take a walk in Búzios with your guide and enjoy a schooner ride that passes the main Búzios beach. Enjoy a lunch buffet at one of the best restaurants the city. You’ll have a choice of meat, fish or chicken, with an option for vegetarians. On the schooner ride you’ll see Bones Beach, Azeda, Azedinha, João Fernandes, Tartaruga, Boi and Rasa.

Rio de Janeiro: Ilha Grande with Boat Tour and Lunch

7. Rio de Janeiro: Ilha Grande with Boat Tour and Lunch

Begin your full day tour with a 130 km ride from Rio de Janeiro to Costa Verde region. Once there, onboard your schooner to Ilha Grande in Angra dos Reis. Sit back and enjoy the views of this paradisiacal landscape. Make your first stop at Cataguases Islands. Its calm blue waters are a perfect invitation for a swim. Then, discover the Blue Lagoon and its colorful fish, corals and starfish. This natural pool is perfect for snorkeling and swimming. Visit the Freguesia de Santana, a small beach that houses the first church of Angra dos Reis, built in 1843. Then, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Japariz Beach. Later, take a refreshing dip in the sea. After a day in paradise, begin your comfortable return to Rio de Janeiro.

Armação dos Búzios: 3-Stop Schooner Boat Ride

8. Armação dos Búzios: 3-Stop Schooner Boat Ride

Make your way to the Babylon Búzios store, located on the famous Rua das Pedras in Armação dos Búzios, for check-in. Then, make your way to the boat and embark on a 2.5-hour boat ride along the beautiful coastline.  Sail by some of the most scenic beaches and islands along the coast. See Caboclo Island, Armação Beach, Ossos Beach, the Azeda and Azedinha Beaches, and João Fernandes. Make the first stop at João Fernandinho Beach.  Then, continue sailing by Branca Island, before stopping at Feia Island. See Moças Beach and Manguinhos Cove, before arriving at Tartaruga Beach which will be the third stop of the trip. Continue past Virgens Beach, Amores Beach, Canto Beach, and disembark at Orla Bardot at the end of Rua das Pedras. Enjoy the journey on a spacious vessel that has a capacity of 120 people and is equipped with life jackets, a music system, a bar, 2 toilets, covered spaces, tables, and benches for all passengers, in addition to a children's pool and a waterslide.

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Cruise by Night

9. Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Cruise by Night

Begin our boat tour of Rio de Janeiro at Marina da Glória, boarding our exclusive catamaran. Enjoy the view of the Marvelous City while enjoying a glass of sparkling wine included in the tour. We depart toward the Museum of Tomorrow, one of the architectural icons of Porto Maravilha. On the way we will see Villegagnon Island, Santos Dumont Airport, Ilha Fiscal, and the Arsenal of the Navy. Take advantage of the stop to take incredible pictures! We continue to Urca, where we stop at the Sugarloaf, one of the most coveted postcards of Rio de Janeiro. It is impressive to be at the foot of the Urca and Sugarloaf hills, where we stop for a few minutes to enjoy the carioca landscape at night. Finally we pass by the old Urca Casino and Flamengo Beach returning to the Marina da Glória.

Rio de Janeiro: Boat Tour with Drinks and Swimming

10. Rio de Janeiro: Boat Tour with Drinks and Swimming

Join us for a 3-hour sailboat tour to discover Rio's Scenic views. Choose between morning and afternoon departure times and hop aboard experiencing sailing with an experienced master providing explanations about attractions, history and ecology. Tour through the beautiful Guanabara Bay with incomparable views of the Rio coast covering several outstanding tourist spots such as fortresses, rock formations and beaches. Take advantage of our small group, limited to just 12 participants, ensuring you get plenty of attention from your team. This tour includes everything you need for fun on the water, such as floating accessories, soft drinks, juice, beer, water and snacks at your convenience. In the afternoon sailing, enjoy a magnificent sunset and be mesmerized by the colors and silhouette of Rio's against the well-lit sky revealing an extraordinary spectacle. Because it's a shared tour, you have the opportunity to meet other people on board, as well as save money on small groups. Pass by without stopping: 1. Botafogo Beach; 2. Sugarloaf Mountain; 3. Forte da Laje; 4. Adao E Eva Beach; 5. Museu Historico da Fortaleza de Sao Joao; 6. Museu de Arte Contemporanea de Niteroi; 7. Fortaleza de Santa Cruz da Barra; 8. Icarai Beach; 9. San Francisco Beach; 10. Jurujuba Beach; 11. Ilha da Boa Viagem.

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4.3 / 5

based on 206 reviews

The best day in Rio ! I really enjoyed the 3 hours on board with drink & snacks & fruit & . Strongly recommend our English guide Karina !

Everything about this tour was wonderful! Great hosts and endless champagne, what more could you ask for?! Book the tour and enjoy ☺️

It was what we expected. Really nice staff and you can buy a few drinks at the boat bar.

Very good boat tour We had great views to Sugar loaf, airport and Rio bay

Good organisation, friendly crew A must in Rio de Janeiro!