Top Paraty Adventure Tours

Venture into the lush forests of Serra da Bocaina National Park for hours of waterfall hunting in a Jeep. Join a small group and follow rugged paths taking in the beauty of the Atlantic Forest. After enjoying the waterfalls, head to D’Ouro Alembic and see how the traditional Brazilian cachaça, a sugar cane liquor, is made.

The Saco Bravo Waterfall near Paraty, Brazil is located within the Juatinga State Ecological Reserve. A top local natural attraction, this waterfall forms a dramatic pool facing the sea. The challenging hike to the waterfall covers about 5 miles (8 km) and takes about 3 hours each way including a steep and challenging section through a forest. Adventurous and active travelers on this full-day tour have ample opportunities for photos and hike with an accredited guide (required for this hike).

Trindade is a paradisiacal cove with four beaches and a natural saltwater pool. This tour is run with van or minibus, with guides specialized in history, ecology, and the "Culture Caiçara" of the region. Enjoy your ride to Trindade village after a 40-minute drive in an executive vehicle. Visit Praia do Cepilho and Praia dos Ranchos, where you will stop for lunch at a fishermen's bar. Then, enjoy a swim at Praia do Meio and walk the trail to Caixa D'aço beach. Take an optional 30-minute walk along the trail in the preserved Atlantic Forest to the Caixa D'aço Natural Pool, where rocks form a swimming pool in the middle of the sea. Swim, relax, snorkel, and discover the various species of colorful fish and varied marine fauna. You can hire a boat in Praia do Meio to take you to the pool round-trip. This must be paid in local currency directly to the operator. When returning from the natural pool, stop for an optional lunch in a typical fishermen's restaurant facing the sea.  

Step outside the colonial streets of Paraty and embark on a kayak tour. Join a small group and gently paddle through the mangrove forests searching for local wildlife such as wild birds and turtles. Stop at isolated beaches for a break and take in the scenery of Brazil’s wilderness before heading back to town.

Explore Trindade, a charming fishing village on this 6-hour tour from Paraty. Follow your local guide on a trek through the lush rainforest to a naturally-formed swimming pool called Caixa d’Aço (Steel Box). Swim, snorkel, relax and explore Bocaino Mountains National Park on foot, then enjoy a seafood lunch (own expense) at one of Trindade's local restaurants. Snorkeling equipment is included in this tour.

Paraty bay has a total of 65 islands. Leaving from Praia do Pontal, where Kayak Paraty is located, you can visit some of them by Kayak. Full of life and color. The closest ones are Ilha da Bexiga, Ilhas Duas Irmãs and Ilha dos Pombos (birds). Also enjoy the best panoramic views of the historic center from the sea, all of which are just a few minutes away by paddling. This tour is designed for non-sedentary people and practitioners of some sport activity (moderate physical level) if you want a lighter experience, see Paraty island and mangrove tour or Sunset tour Lots of wildlife, flora and fauna, beautiful islands and beaches, Nature, sport, fun and wonderful landscapes. An incredible experience where you can take beautiful pictures. We are waiting for you!

Enjoy a private and exclusive tour for your group through the incredible rainforest, swim in refreshing waterfalls and learn about native wildlife on this tropical adventure. Discover the history of the emblematic Caminho Do Ouro and Estrada Real, and visit unique cachaça distilleries to observe the making of one of the most famous drinks in Brazil. Choose your own departure time and place and define with our professionals the best itinerary to do with your group.

Adventure travelers and nature lovers get both on this full-day guided hike to the summit of Pedra da Macela from Paraty, Brazil. At 6,037 feet (1,840 meters), this is one of the highest peaks in the region. A 1.5-mile (2.5 km) trail, through a distinct landscape where forested slopes and coastal areas transition, takes hikers to the summit in time to watch the sunrise over surrounding peaks. In clear weather, expect views of Paraty, Cunha, Angra, and Grand Island.

Trek through the rainforest to Praia do Sono (Sono Beach) on this full-day guided tour from Paraty. Set out from Laranjeiras Village through the leafy jungle filled with native plant and animal life, learning about the area's history and natural resources from your experienced hiking guide along the way. After about an hour, reach Praia do Sono to relax and swim during several hours' free time before hiking back to your starting point. Round-trip transportation from Paraty hotels is included.

Ponta Negra is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt beaches in Brazil A paradise of emerald waters, unique look, almost untouched beaches Located in the city of Paraty - RJ, a charming village. A magical place with intense green mountains that plunge into the sea and crystal-clear waters, fully preserved, perfect for all those who are in love with nature.

By bike is a great way to get to know a new place! Paraty has lot´s to offer to the bikkers, bike lanes, trails, dirt roads, waterfalls... The local guide tour has interesting information that you will not find on the travel book. By bike is eco friendly, fun and the best way to go to the waterfalls in the Serra da Bocaina Mountains.

Surf is a sport to interact with the nature. According to the swell, wind and experience of the participants, we choose our destination with spots for begginers, intermediates and advenced. The best waves near Paraty are: Laranjeiras, Cepilho and Sono; and the ones near the border of Ubatuba, Camburi, Vila do Cambury, Praia da Fazenda e Brava da Almada. The access to the spots are drive (30 minutes) plus hike (30 minutes).