Top Rio de Janeiro On the Water - page 3

Start your full-day excursion with a 165 km trip from Rio de Janeiro to Angra dos Reis, located in the Costa Verde region. Head to the Santa Luzia pier, climb aboard the speedboat to discover the paradise islands of Angra dos Reis and be enchanted by the beauty of the waters and nature on all sides. Make your first stop at the Botinas Islands, two small, almost twin islands with a calm, translucent sea, perfect for snorkeling. Continue on to Praia de Jurubaíba, commonly known as Praia do Dentista (Dentist's Beach), with fine white sand and waters of intense colors that vary according to the sky, it is considered one of the most beautiful in the region. Your next stop will be Praia de Piedade, divided in two by a strip of sand, with calm, shallow waters and ideal for children. Your last stop will be at Praia das Flechas, where you'll find kiosks and restaurants, as well as a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Disembark at Santa Luzia Station and return to Rio de Janeiro.

The rapids on the Macaé River as it flows through Casimiro de Abreu northeast of Rio de Janeiro are perfect for rafting. On this tour, adventurous travelers of all experience levels can enjoy the sport of whitewater rafting in a fun and safe environment. Easy to intermediate rapids offer a thrill particularly ideal for first timers.

On this shared tour you will enjoy the most beautiful sunset in the Marvelous City aboard our speedboat. Far from the hustle and bustle of classic tourist spots. Take the opportunity to take unique photos and contemplate the views that are breathtaking!

Get your blood pumping on this whitewater rafting tour. Explore the mountainous region of Tres Rios city with many rivers, rapids, and lush vegetation by water. After brief instructions, the fun begins. Take on rapids ranging from class I to III+. In some parts of the river, calm water makes it so that can even float or dive in.

Experience the thrill of wakeboarding at Rio de Janeiro’s Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon. Our instructors will teach beginners about the technique and equipment. Wakeboarding is easy and anyone can learn, including those who have never practiced, or even who can not swim, as our safety equipment also includes a lifejacket.

Explore Guanabara Bay and enjoy views of the Rio skyline, Niteroi (Rio’s twin city), and the famous Sugarloaf Mountain from the water with this sea kayaking tour. Choose between a 2- or 4-hour tour and paddle your way around the bay with your guide, stop at various different beaches, and—if you opted for the long tour—enjoy refreshments along the way.

Explore the islands of Angra do Reis during this private 12-hour boat charter from Rio de Janeiro. In the early morning, board your dedicated boat and watch the urban activity of Rio fade away as you jet out into the azure water. Watch the lush trees of the Atlantic Rainforest on the coast pass by and search for pods of leaping dolphins on your journey. Arrive at Angra do Reis to explore the beach, hit the beach bars and buy some local handicrafts. Lunch is provided on board, and round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Learn to surf or improve your skills at Barra da Tijuca Beach in the West Zone of Rio. This beach offers ideal conditions for beginners or experienced surfers. Learn about surfing equipment, basic paddling, steering techniques, and optimal posture and positioning. Get fit as you ride the Rio de Janeiro waves.

In this experience you will have the opportunity to have a stunning view over Rio de Janeiro. Fly with an experienced instructor, and new equipment. Air-conditioned car .

After boarding, the passenger will be approached about the historical and geographic content of the location. Upon arriving on the island, the passenger will know the diving material and a brief instruction on its use, and after that, they will dive with an accredited and very practical instructor to visit the seabed to learn about the biodiversity and underwater life.

Unique experience that will be done by a professional; photos and footage included; transport until the beginning of the activity included.

This experience is the first in Brazil to offer this type of snorkeling, towed by a jet ski very slowly, to the point that you don't need to pedal and just enjoy the view. During the experience, you will get to know Rio from a totally different and incredible point of view. In addition to the jet ski tour around the islands, you will be able to jump from the island into the water at heights that vary according to the client's taste, and the big difference is to do a unique tow snorkeling in Rio de Janeiro. Wearing the mask, you will be towed by the jet ski with your face in the water, observing the marine life on the island.

Picking you up from your hotel, we will take you to discover the “Brazilian Caribbean”, an essential place to be visited by tourists who come to know Rio de Janeiro for the first time, it is considered one of the most sought after destinations in Brazil You will make stops at Praia da Ilha do Farol , Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia and in the Enseada da Praia do Forno, where there is no disembarkation, only time to swim around the boat. The boat has a bar and sale of snacks and drinks, bathroom, recreation material and mask rental for snorkeling.

Relax and swim on a speedboat tour on the shores of Rio! We start with the hotel pickup to go to the harbour and embark on the speedboat. We sail through the Guanabara Bay and through the most important beaches of Rio, such as Copacabana and Arpoador. We stop at different places to swim and have fun! From the speedboat, we admire the landmarks of our town, such as the São João Fort, Sugarloaf Mountain, Praia Vermelha, Ilhas Cagarras and Ilha Fiscal. Cold beers, soft drinks and mineral water are offered by our crew. At the end of the tour, we return to the hotel. Tour guide, speedboat ride, selected beverages and roundtrip transfer included.

The tour visits the West part of Rio de Janeiro, that remains untouched with a lot of nature and secluded beaches. We'll follow the coastline, passing by 5 different beaches (São Conrado, Barra, Reserva, Recreio and Macumba). We first stop at Prainha, a small and protected beach considered the surf spot in Rio where you'll hike 1,5h to Caeté Summit (253m=830ft) that ofers a great view of the coast and other mountains of Rio. From Prainha, in a 5 more min. drive we reach Grumari, our last stop and where we stay to enjoy the beach for about 3h. Grumari it´s also a protected area and you'll enjoy an amazing and paradisiac tropical beach with white and fine grain sands, green mountains and clear waters (bring towel and bathing suit).

This full-day tour allows visitors to make the most of the crystal clear waters of Arraial do Cabo. Visitors will be taken by boat to three different locations for swimming and relaxing on white-sand beaches. After the boat tour there is a break for lunch as provided by the crew and then the trip back home.

Canoe through Guanabara Bay on this 4-hour eco-adventure from Rio de Janeiro. With an expert adventure guide, explore Rio's coastline, including islands, beaches, rainforests and Sugar Loaf Mountain. Paddle to Fora Beach, where you'll hop out for a swim and some time to relax. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included, and no canoeing experience is necessary.

Explore the charming, cosmopolitan town of Búzios on this full-day trip from Rio de Janeiro. During this 13-hour outing, stroll through the center of Búzios on a guided tour to get oriented, then spend free time discovering the former fishing village's charms on your own. Opt to take a 2-hour cruise offshore which stops at several idyllic spots for swimming and relaxing. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is provided.

Explore the fishing town of Buzios on a guided day trip from Rio de Janeiro, located about 2.5 hours away. Visitors have time to discover some of the many pretty beaches on the peninsula as well as explore the shops of Rua das Pedras. With a buffet lunch provided along with round-trip hotel transport, this makes for an easy escape from Rio.

Get out of the city and explore Ilha Grande on Brazil’s Green Coast. Take the 2-hour journey from Rio by coach until you reach the city of Jacareí. From here, hop aboard the schooner ship to tour the area of Angra dos Reis as you observe the beautiful scenery and calm blue-green waters. Enjoy a delicious lunch—included—surrounded by tranquil scenery before heading back to Rio.

In this experience you will surf on the beach with the best conditions of the day for your surfing level, a great opportunity to get to know the beautiful Arpoador beach in Ipanema. We will start with the theoretical and practical part performed on the sand, observing the entry and exit of the sea (place), how to position yourself on the board, paddling, drop and safety rules of the sport, then we will go to the sea, putting into practice the concepts explained in the sand. Arpoador beach is known for its consistent waves and is one of the best places to surf in Rio de Janeiro. Also, the sunset view is simply amazing, making the experience even more special. Get ready to have fun, learn something new and enjoy the natural beauty of Rio de Janeiro. This surf experience at Arpoador beach is a great way to enjoy the day, connect with nature and experience the thrill of surfing.

Explore Barra da Tijuca and Coroa Island on this exciting jet ski tour in Rio de Janeiro. Meet your guide at the hotel and travel to Barra da Tijuca to begin your excursion. Hit the open water with your guide for this exciting adventure on the Atlantic Ocean. Guests must be at least 18 years old and have basic jet ski experience to partake in the tour.

Our highly qualified and experienced instructors guarantee that you have a safe and fun experience, while learning and having fun. Also, the trails around the beach offer stunning views and the opportunity to connect with nature.