Arraial do Cabo Boat Tour: A Trip from Rio de Janeiro exploring the Brazilian Caribbean
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Copacabana
Embark on a 12-hour boat tour from Rio de Janeiro to Arraial do Cabo, known as the Brazilian Caribbean. Dive into crystal-clear waters, explore stunning landscapes, and relax on beautiful beaches.
Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Arraial do Cabo - Begin the 12-hour tour with a drive from Rio de Janeiro to the city of Arraial do Cabo, located at the region of the Costa do Sol (Sun Coast).
  • Ilha do farol - Disembark and enjoy a 40-minute stop to dive in the crystal-clear waters of Ilha do Farol.
  • Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia - Disembark and enjoy a 40-minute stop to dive in the crystal-clear waters of Prainhas do Pontal.
  • Blue Grotto - Make a stop for photos in the beautiful landscapes of the Gruta Azul.
  • Fenda de Nossa Senhora - Make a stop for photos in the beautiful landscapes of the Fenda de Nossa Senhora.
  • Pedra Perfil do Gorila - Make a stop for photos in the beautiful landscapes of the Pedra do Gorila.
  • Forno Beach - Your last 20-minute stop is at one of the city’s most famous spots, enjoy the refreshing waters and incredible scenery of Praia do Forno.
  • Arraial do Cabo - Stop for lunch at a local buffet restaurant (meal included/drinks not included).
What's Included
  • Live multilingual tour commentary (English, Spanish, Portuguese)
  • Air-conditioned ground transportation
  • Bilingual guide during ground transport
  • Schooner boat tour with swim stops at Arraial do Cabo
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected areas)
What's Not Included
  • Lunch at local restaurant (included only in the “Full option - Lunch included”)
  • Diving mask/snorkel (available for rental on the boat)
  • Boarding fee, to be paid at the Marina - R$ 10.00 in cash only, for all passengers from 6 years
  • Tips (optional)
  • Drinks (available for purchase on the boat and during lunch)
Additional Information

Kick off the 12-hour excursion with a road trip from Rio de Janeiro to Costa do Sol (Sun Coast) region. Upon reaching Arraial do Cabo, proceed to the schooner and marvel at the beauty of the region, also known as the “Brazilian Caribbean”. Sit back and take in the panoramic views of the paradise.

Disembark for a 40-minute stop to splash around in the pristine waters of Ilha do Farol and Prainhas do Pontal.

Pause at the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Gruta Azul, Fenda de Nossa Senhora and Pedra do Gorila for photo ops.

Your final 20-minute halt is at the city’s renowned location, Praia do Forno where you can soak in the rejuvenating waters and stunning surroundings.

Next, take a lunch break (Choices available with or without lunch, kindly select your preference.) and then head back to Rio de Janeiro.

Please be aware that the itinerary may be altered without prior notification, as per the orders of the relevant authorities, according to the maritime conditions.

Location
Copacabana
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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C4405asnoran
Mar 24, 2024
Excellent, do not hesitate to buy the photos - Do not hesitate to take this excursion, incredible views, a walk to enjoy and fall in love with the landscape, the water, and take many photos
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Julianaao4264hv
Mar 21, 2024
Cape camp 3/18/24 - I took the trip to Arraial do Cabo with my son on 3/18/24 with the guide Newton... What an excellent professional!!!!! In addition to speaking several languages, which was super important as there were people of different nationalities on the tour, he is extremely friendly and polite!!! I would also like to praise the driver, who made the entire journey very well and is very polite. I will definitely take other tours and hope to be lucky enough to find both again.
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Mayzaf2024
Mar 19, 2024
I really liked it and I definitely want to go again. - I loved everything. Our guide Alexia was incredible. She helped us get to know the whole place, she was kind and loving to us! He defended us and treated us with lots of love and affection.
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Maria_c
Jan 17, 2024
Absolutely recommend! 10 out of 10 - The tour is very good! the whole experience of getting to Arraial do Cabo was a dream! Food at casa do piedra was amazing. The weather was the only downside, it was very cloudy and rainy but even with that we had a wonderful time on this day trip. I would recommend and I will be back someday, hoping for a sunny day next time!
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Renata
Nov 26, 2023
Good experience - It was a fun day in the boat, the water was super cold but beautiful. The tour was well organized and we felt safe, the boat was very lively with a lot dancing and music.
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Isababy
Nov 10, 2023
Hang gliding on Rio - I would highly recommend my experience to others. Klaus was my instructor he has almost 30 years experience hang gliding. I felt very well instructed and safe. It was an exhilarating experience and I can't wait to do it again.
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Lewis_w
Feb 26, 2024
Beautiful tour with amazing host - The tour guide was amazing. Boat crew excellent Boat was lovely and in an excellent condition with slides and a bar
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Lovranacabraja
Feb 15, 2024
If you don't speak Portuguese or Spanish don't take this tour - I find the tour description very misleading on all of the pages were it is being offered. The drive from Rio took about 3.5 hours and on the way back due to the traffic it was even longer. Definitely something to take into consideration, especially if you have a flight to catch. In the evening we started driving back from Arraia at 6pm and got to Copacabana at 11pm. More than half of the tour was on the bus, and there was maybe 30 to 45min of talking by the guide. All the logistical talk was done by the guide in English/Spanish/Portuguese, but on the ship it was done only in Spanish and Portugese which is really bad because you take this tour to see and learn about Brazil. Explaining and requiring then in English to tip the crew at the end of the tour was ridiculous. The toilets on the ship have windows which are not covered and all the passengers sitting outside on that bench can see you. Not a pleasant experience. Lunch at the restaurant was great and definitely worth including it in the tour. There are other places where you could get lunch but I think this is the best option. The fee that needs to be paid in Arraia could easily be added to the tour price to provide for a hassle free experience. All in all, a nice area to visit but not with this tour operator and this program.
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Dairod
Jan 30, 2024
Do anything else! - Generally not what I expected. The video is well edited to make this look good. Personally had no idea what was happening all day. Assumed Bi-lingual would Portuguese & English, not just Portuguese and Spanish. Nothing was explained to me other than to pay. Tour lists available in English. The guide was basically absent to ask questions or find out what was happening pr explain anything. I blindly followed the group onto a boat. Would not have travelled 6+ hours for an hour of time on an empty beach. No reefs, waves or marine life. Only time anything was told to me in English was to pay for something. Would have happily swam off the boat instead of the shuttling to a beach for no purpose. Not listing that we had to pay for taxi in and out of port plus the port levy was annoying. Especially when I asked if I needed to bring cash! 4pm to have the chance to eat something was crappy. That is the lunch... you are picked up at 8am. Find something better to do with your time. Anything would be better.
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Dukeoforleans
Nov 15, 2023
Canceled with no refund - Do Not Book This! Canceled on us the day before our scheduled booking. Then refused to give us a refund had to contact Tripadvisor for help!
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