Arraial do Cabo Boat Tour: Explore the Brazilian Caribbean with Lunch Included
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Arraial do Cabo
Embark on a thrilling boat tour in Arraial do Cabo, known as the Brazilian Caribbean. Explore stunning beaches, enjoy a delicious lunch, and swim in crystal-clear waters.
Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Praia dos Anjos - Place where we will board the schooner to carry out the route through the beaches.
    The view of Praia dos Anjos attracts by the bucolic group of boats, where throughout the day fishermen return from the sea loaded with fish to the market.
  • Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia - Also known as “Prainhas”, it is divided into two, separated by rocks (at high tide, it becomes one). To reach the calm, transparent waters perfect for bathing. It really is one of the most beautiful beaches in Arraial do Cabo. And the water temperature is among the most pleasant in the city.
  • Farol Beach - Located in an ecological reserve, Praia do Farol is under the protection of the Brazilian Navy. It is considered by some to be the most beautiful beach in Brazil, with incredibly transparent waters and very white sand. At this beach we will stop for 40 minutes. Praia do Farol is wonderful, with crystal clear water and a high degree of transparency. It has no structure, because as it comes from. Preservation area, the maximum time of permanence of bathers is stipulated.
  • Forno Beach - A cove of crystalline waters inserted in the middle of mountains of native Atlantic Forest. . Praia do Forno is one of the main attractions of Arraial do Cabo and it is not for less. The color of the water in the cove and the strip of white sand surrounded by exuberant vegetation form a setting worthy of many photos. The beach also attracts those who enjoy diving. There, you can go snorkeling and see many turtles.
  • Crevice of Our Lady of Assumption - The Crevice of Nossa Senhora da Assunção, is a rocky crevice, which gives the impression of having taken a slice of the hill of Ilha do Farol. Arraial do Cabo boat trips provide incredible experiences. This explains why nautical tourism is the favorite option for tourists.
  • Gruta do Amor - Its opening is 3 meters wide and inside it a beautiful hall of 15 meters high, with internal walls in golden and silver tones. The rock formation is just one of the many natural beauties on the route that passes through Cabo Frio Island. The entire route in the open sea is beautiful, with impressive water tones. The Blue Grotto is just one of the beautiful moments, which still count with the waves that break fiercely against the rocks.
What's Included
  • Tour guide registered with Embratur
  • Lunch included
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Boat ride experience
What's Not Included
  • Fee of 10 reais per person charged by the Brazilian Navy to enter the city of Arraial do Cabo
  • Drinks and Desserts
  • Snorkel Equipment
  • gardener
Additional Information

We will collect you from your hotel and guide you to explore the ‘Brazilian Caribbean,’ a must-see location for any visitor experiencing Rio de Janeiro for the first time. It’s one of the most popular tourist spots in Brazil. You’ll schedule stops at Praia da Ilha do Farol, Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia, and Enseada da Praia do Forno, a place where you’ll have the chance to swim around the boat but disembarkation isn’t possible.

The vessel boasts a bar that offers a variety of snacks and beverages, a bathroom, entertainment supplies, and the option to rent a snorkeling mask.

  • Every nautical tour is subject to the authority of the Captaincy of Ports (Navy), which may prohibit the departure of vessels without prior notice, when weather conditions, mainly wind, compromise the navigability and safety of passengers and crew. For this reason, it may rarely happen that the boat trip is replaced by an alternative route and the client remains on the beach or on a panoramic tour in Jardineira. The tour guide establishes a meeting point and a time for lunch and return.
  • ALTERNATIVE ITINERARY In case of adverse weather conditions, an alternative route will be carried out, guaranteeing the success of the tour. There is no cancellation due to weather conditions. Itinerary for the tour without a boat: We use transport taxis, we do not refund values as the value goes to taxis. Go up to Pontal do Atalaia, stop at the steps (the little beaches of Pontal do Atalaia), three hours from the beach. Lunch in restaurant, buffet. And finally, we go to Praia Grande, to see the sunset.
  • We operate the tour, rain or shine. The day of the tour is chosen by the customer, therefore no refunds will be generated for bad weather. We will operate the tour rain or shine.
  • The tour is not private, but shared, and the guide will speak in English, Spanish and Portuguese
  • We are not responsible for items lost on our buses or vans.
  • Pick-ups in Barra da Tijuca and Recreio are not included.
  • In our company we operate with a diverse fleet of vessels. Our selection process is adapted daily to meet specific demands, offering boats with capacity for 50, 60, 80 and 90 passengers. To begin each trip, obtaining approval from the Military Navy is a prerequisite. This ensures that we work exclusively with boats that meet high standards, providing a quality experience and maximum safety for our customers.
  • During the peak tourist season in Rio de Janeiro, traffic is common due to its popularity. We started collecting in Leblon, went through several neighborhoods, ending with the last one in Lapa. Despite possible traffic challenges, our commitment to a smooth and enjoyable experience remains unwavering as we head to our final destination.
Location
Praia dos Anjos
Cancellation Policy

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

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Tristanocr7
Feb 21, 2024
Great Experience - Wonderful! Loved the trip. I would definitely do this again if I went back to Rio. I wish it was a bit longer. The food was also very good.
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Abhinavk879
Feb 2, 2024
Visit to Arraial do cabo - The breathtaking landscapes, enriching experiences, and warm hospitality made every moment special. Grateful for the memories created and the beauty discovered. A special shout-out to our guide @Talita whose passion and knowledge added depth to the journey. Thank you for turning a trip into an unforgettable exploration!
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Meander225253
Feb 14, 2023
A Wonderful Experience! - The experience was amazing! There were a few bumps with the bus, but the beauty and fun and the kindness of Flavia made it spectacular! Would 100% do it again!
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S3037kwandreac
Aug 13, 2022
CARIBBEN!!!! - what a show!!! arraial do cabo is the Caribbean of Brazil !!! go all to meet him! pontal de atalaia is an incredible place !!!! I recommend it to everybody!
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Luca28786
Aug 10, 2022
Arraial! - Our guide was super prepared Pedro.. we loved it!! Super attentive..I recommend!! All flowing well! top ride
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Fabrizio
Aug 4, 2022
TITLE: UNIQUE AND WONDERFUL TOUR - amazing place! bathing in the praia do forno is something unique! good food and in the boat you can also buy drinks, all fantastic!
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Vineeth_a
Dec 31, 2022
Long drive for a beach - It is a beautiful place but the tour guide does not speak English as mentioned. The water is cold and visibility was poor so didn't really see any fish
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Ainimatildaa
Sep 20, 2022
Good value for money but loud & rushed - Good value for money, well organised, friendly staff. If I knew it was more like a "party boat", I would not have booked it. Music was so loud on the boat that talking to your friend was hard. And music played was like club music... so definitely not a relaxing day on the boat. I definitely would put that on the description that its great for young party people, not for people who just want to relax on a boat. Also time on the different beaches were very short. Maybe less stops would be nicer so there would be time to spend on each location. Everything felt rushed.
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Karla_g
Apr 12, 2023
Not that good... - The tour wasn't offered in English so I did not understand all of the instructions. The guide could not figure out payments and asked me for money multiple times that I already paid. The tour felt rushed. No time to enjoy any of the beaches, but all of the operators seem to do the same thing to be fair. Lunch was actually dinner. Bring snacks! The boat was not as nearly fun as the others. No slide. I would not book again.
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Adventure09640432568
Dec 28, 2023
16 1/2 hours tour mostly sitting in a bus.. - We were asked to be ready for pick up at 06.40. We were the first to board the bus. Then they started zigzagging around Copacabana and beyond to pick up other guests. After 1 hour we were only 3 blocks away from our hotel... After 2 hours we were done with the pickups and hit some really bad traffic getting out of the city. After 6 1/2 hours on the bus the guide informed us the boat tour was cancelled due to bad winds. I guess that can happen but too bad we found out so late. Instead of cancelling the tour we continued the bus journey for another hour and were told we would visit the 3 beaches by taxi instead. It turned out to be two beaches in the end, one of which was so crowded you could hardly find a place to sit. To further add to the pain, the guide was unable to manage times at stops and we lost loads of time waiting for guests ignoring the time limits, with no consequences. In the end, to avoid another tour of Copacabana dropping people off, we got off once back in Rio and took our own taxi. I would not recommend this tour to anyone unless you’re willing to risk spending significant time on the road and in our case, to not get on a boat at all and only get about 1 hour on a nice beach - out of a 16 1/2 hour day.
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