The 15 Best Boat Trips in Brazil

Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour - Leaving Marina da Glória aboard the Chama

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 994 reviews · 3 hours · from $75Our pick

See Rio from Guanabara Bay on a small-group sunset sail with Sugarloaf views, caipirinhas, snacks, and optional swimming.

“This was SO such fun!! Clarisse and the crew made sure everyone on board was well taken care. There was about 10 of us on board and it definitely didn’t feel overcrowded. The drinks were unlimited and the snacks were yummy! Clarisse was the absolute sweetest person and made sure everyone was happy the whole time. An absolute gem! I would HIGHLY recommend this tour! Especially for solo travellers like I was! 5 stars all around!”

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Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailboat Tour with Open Bar

2.Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailboat Tour with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 785 reviews · 3 hours · from $57

Watch Rio’s sunset from Guanabara Bay on a three-hour sailboat ride with caipirinhas, snacks, music, swimming, and Christ the Redeemer views.

“The views and hosts were great. Big shout out to Captain Carlos. He was so knowledgeable and we simply loved him. Watching the planes take off and swimming in the middle of the ocean were highlights for us. Drinks and food were average, but everything else made up for it.”

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From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis Boat Trip with Lunch

3.From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis Boat Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 737 reviews · 14 hours · from $63

Spend a full day sailing Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande, with island stops, fish-filled waters, buffet lunch, and Rio hotel transfers.

“The activity was fun, interesting, fulfilling. We watched people dancing, singing, which was new to us, since it was our first rip to South America. Watching fish was interesting. Snorkeling was new experience.”

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From Rio: Arraial do Cabo Day Trip with Boat Tour

4.From Rio: Arraial do Cabo Day Trip with Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 400 reviews · 14 hours · from $65

Sail Arraial do Cabo from Rio on a schooner, swim at Farol and Praia do Forno, and see cliffside caves on a long but rewarding day.

“All the crew really made this trip amazing, very sweet, fun and friendly people.”

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Arraial do Cabo Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro: Boat Tour & Beach

5.Arraial do Cabo Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro: Boat Tour & Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 390 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $70

Review of the Arraial do Cabo day trip from Rio, with a schooner cruise, swim stops, beach views, lunch, costs, and practical tips.

“What a delightful day! Even though the wind was too high for the boat excursion,Vivi took us to three wonderful beaches, each with something different to offer. There was plenty of time to make friends, relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. This was a day we’ll never forget, thank you to Vivi and our fellow travelers”

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From Foz do Iguazu: Brazil Iguazu Falls & Macuco Safari Boat

6.From Foz do Iguazu: Brazil Iguazu Falls & Macuco Safari Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 358 reviews · from $134

Explore Brazil’s Iguazu Falls with hotel transfers, electric forest transport, Devil’s Throat views, and a thrilling Macuco Safari boat ride.

“our guide Sandro was great spoke fluent English and offered great insight into the falls and park. Once in the park we didn’t have to queue and drove straight to the falls where we were able to walk around at our own pace. Sandro went above and beyond to make our trip memorable offering tips and advice. Would high recommend this trip to everyone.”

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Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks

7.Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 331 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

Sail Guanabara Bay at sunset with Rio views, caipirinhas, snacks, and an optional swim from Marina da Glória.

“Really nice tour, the staff was great, it was relaxing with nice music and drinks. The weather was not great today, but still the trip was totally worth it.”

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From Rio de Janeiro: Arraial do Cabo Boat Trip with Lunch

8.From Rio de Janeiro: Arraial do Cabo Boat Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 321 reviews · 14 hours · from $65

Review of the Rio to Arraial do Cabo boat trip, with clear-water beaches, four swim stops, lunch, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.

“Excelente tour. Arraial do cabo es increíble. La guía cumplió todo lo que nos habían prometido y los tiempos acordados fueron cumplidos. El lugar de almuerzo está ok.”

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From Foz do Iguaçu: Iguazú Falls Boat Ride Argentina

9.From Foz do Iguaçu: Iguazú Falls Boat Ride Argentina

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 274 reviews · 9 hours · from $192

Review of the Argentina-side Iguazú Falls tour from Foz do Iguaçu, with jungle walks, Devil’s Throat, border help, and a soaking boat ride.

“great views and the Grande Adventure in the boat was so fun”

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Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

10.Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 274 reviews · 5 hours · from $22

Explore Paraty Bay by boat, stopping at four beaches and islands for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, fruit, coffee, and a caipirinha option.

“Lovely day out with 4 stops of 20-40 minutes each. Food and drinks available to purchase (main courses cost 60 BRL and were big enough to share between two if you don’t have a huge appetite). The crew spoke limited English, but a couple of crew members went out of their way to translate into English for us which was much appreciated! N.B. Our ticket included a free caipirinha but the crew weren’t aware so make sure to ask for it.”

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Sunset Boat Tour with Beer, Water, Soda and Snacks included

11.Sunset Boat Tour with Beer, Water, Soda and Snacks included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 227 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $74Top rated

Review of Rio’s 3-hour sunset boat tour with beer, snacks, swimming, small groups, and views from Marina da Glória for $74.

“Nice weather, the boat had snacks and drinks which was very nice. The tour guide was very informative and very friendly! I would definitely book this tour again.”

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Rio: Boat Tour of Guanabara Bay

12.Rio: Boat Tour of Guanabara Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 214 reviews

See Rio, Niterói, Sugarloaf, and Guanabara Bay from a catamaran, with photo pauses, multilingual audio, and morning or sunset departures.

“REALMENTE FOI ACIMA DAS MINHAS EXPECTATIVAS, PASSEIO MARAVILHOSO, ONDE VOCE Vê A CIDADE E SUAS BELEZAS DE UM OUTRO ANGULO, guia super simpática e agradável, tripulação muito legal também. Preço das bebidas a bordo bem razoáveis sem exploração. Mesmo sendo morador do Rio eu e minha esposa adoramos o passeio”

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From Foz do Iguaçu: Argentinian Iguazu Falls with Boat Ride

13.From Foz do Iguaçu: Argentinian Iguazu Falls with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 185 reviews · 5 hours · from $197

Review of Argentina’s Iguazu Falls from Foz do Iguaçu, including Gran Aventura boat ride, Devil’s Throat, transport, costs, and practical tips.

“It was a great day. There were only two of us do we had a car, driver and guide to ourselves. The guide spoke good English and was very informative and friendly. He really looked after every detail.”

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From Rio de Janeiro: Búzios Boat Trip with Lunch

14.From Rio de Janeiro: Búzios Boat Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 129 reviews · 14 hours · from $68

Spend a full day from Rio exploring Búzios by schooner, swimming at scenic beaches, eating lunch, and strolling Rua das Pedras.

“Ainda não acabou mas foi o horror da minha vida tenho 71 anos, já viajei pelo mundo todo. 10 vezes no Brasil e nunca tive uma guia tão horrível, como mandei mensagem devido a um atraso de 1 hora a senhora RAQUEL péssima guia quando chegou e depois de lhe dizer que não me avisaram do atraso, simplesmente me mandou sair do bus, dizendo que seria uma pena eu continuar (somos 4 pessoas de 72, 71, 72e 74 anos chamou-me por imensas vezes merda de portugueses, vocês são uma merda. Acham isto normal. O mínimo que a agência devia ter feito era mudar-nos a excursão. Tive medo de seguir com…”

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Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande: Small-Group Fast-Boat Tour

15.Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande: Small-Group Fast-Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 119 reviews · 14 hours · from $200

Speed through Angra dos Reis to Ilha Grande for five beach stops, clear water, snorkeling, hotel transfers, and a small-group boat day.

“Such a beautiful tour just 2.5 hours from Rio - the transportation was incredibly smooth and I much preferred the small speedboat option to the other large tours available. Only thing to keep in mind is that lunch is the last stop so you will want to bring/get a bunch of snacks so you don’t get hungry! All the beaches and snorkeling spots were beautiful but would recommend maximizing your time at the first two - they were our favorite :)”

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