15 Brazil Sailing Tours to Get on the Water

1.Sunset Sailing Tour

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

Sail from Marina da Glória for three hours around Guanabara Bay, passing historic fortresses, Boa Viagem Island, and Oscar Niemeyer’s Niterói museum. Guides such as Clarisse and Karina serve caipirinhas, beer, sparkling wine, soft drinks, and snacks while you watch the sun set behind Rio’s landmarks. Private tours are available.

“Wonderful boat trip, Clarissa our guide was the most amazing host and she was so kind. She was always around to help us with anything we needed and was a great tour guide. I cannot recommend the tour and Clarissa enough !”

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2.Sunset Sailboat Tour with Open Bar

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

Spend three hours sailing Guanabara Bay from Urca with hosts such as Paola, Lohanny, Mariana, or Bia. Sip caipirinhas, beer, and soft drinks, snack on fruit and sandwiches, swim from the boat, and watch sunset views of Christ the Redeemer, Flamengo, Niterói, and Rio’s airport.

“We had an AWESOME TIME! Please book this experience without a doubt! We were a group of 11, and boy did we have fun! The view, the ride, the sunset PLUS all you con drink CAIPIRINHAS? You can never go wrong with this!! A special thank you to Lô and Paola!! You made it extra special!!”

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3.Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks

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

Meet the Sail in Rio crew at Marina da Glória for a three-hour sunset sail around Guanabara Bay. Expect Sugarloaf and Christ the Redeemer views, beer, caipirinhas, soft drinks, finger food, and possibly a swim with towels supplied. Crews have included Maria, Chloe, Pedro, Marcela, Gabriel, and Daniel.

“The sailing trip was absolutely amazing! Everything was well organized, the crew was super friendly, and the views were breathtaking. Thank you for such a memorable experience!”

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4.Schooner ride with or without Lunch Included – Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 132 reviews · from $12Best value

You’ll spend about six hours aboard a schooner from Angra dos Reis, stopping at Lagoa Azul, Praia de Araça, the Botinas Islands, and Praia das Setas on Gipoia Island. Expect snorkeling, white sand, rainforest views, and a restaurant lunch stop. The boat returns to Santa Luzia Station.

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5.Schooner Tour to Frades Islands and Itaparica

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 98 reviews · 8 hours · from $39

Spend eight hours sailing from Salvador’s Nautical Terminal across Todos os Santos Bay to Ilha dos Frades and Itaparica. You’ll have time to swim, enjoy fruit and local food, eat at a beachfront buffet, and watch the sunset. Portuguese, English, French, Spanish, and Italian guiding is available. Bring cash or a card for extra fees and meals.

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6.Morning Sailing Tour in Rio

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 59 reviews · 3 hours · from $58

Spend three hours on Guanabara Bay with an English-speaking crew, passing Rio’s forts, Boa Viagem Island, Niterói’s contemporary art museum, Sugarloaf, and Christ the Redeemer. Drinks, caipirinhas, beer, sparkling wine, fruit, and finger foods are included. Swimming may be possible, and private tours are available.

“This was my highlight in Rio!! Such a lovely little trip! Felt very luxurious having the boat for ourselves and we could just chill, listen to music and work on our tan. Clarisse was amazing, I just love her! I just wish the trip would have been longer 😝 Highly recommend if you want a relaxing morning in Rio!”

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7.Búzios 2.5-Hour Schooner Boat Experience

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 56 reviews · 2h 30m · from $20

See Búzios from the water on a 150-minute schooner cruise with Spanish, English, or Portuguese assistance. The route passes 12 beaches and coastal sights, with stops at João Fernandes, Feia Island, and Little Turtle Beach for swimming or rest. Meet by the Brigitte Bardot statue, and confirm the boat details before departure.

“Tur çok kalabalıktı. Tekne fazla kişi alıyor.”

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8.Armação dos Búzios: 3-Stop Schooner Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 25 reviews · 2h 30m · from $19

Sail from central Búzios for 2.5 hours aboard a large Portuguese-speaking schooner with a bar, bathrooms, children’s pool, and 13-meter waterslide. You’ll pass 12 beaches and 3 islands, with three short swimming and snorkeling stops. Bring swimwear, towel, hat, and sunscreen. Food, drinks, and snorkel gear cost extra.

“Pas mal, dommage qu on est pas eu d explication, niys étions les seuls européens et ne parlons pas portugais. On ne pouvais pas vraiment se baigner car trop froid, même si beaucoup ont réussi. En plus obligé de porter des gilets de sauvetage pour nager, pas pratique pour aller sous l eau.”

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9.Sailing Sunset Tour with Snacks and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 21 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

Set sail from Urca with host Rodolpho and a maximum of eight participants. You’ll cruise Guanabara Bay toward a beach near Niteroi or Rio, with caipirinhas, beer, soft drinks, fruit, snacks, a swim stop, and sunset views. English, Spanish, and Portuguese are spoken. Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and a camera.

“Experiência maravilhosa!!!! Recepção organizada, história de cada ponto muito bem contada. Bebida e comida excelente! Os companheiros de viagem ajudaram a deixar a experiência maravilhosa! Português, espanhol e inglês misturados e falando a linguagem universal da alegria e do desejo de ser feliz. Super recomendo!!!”

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10.Discover Paraty’s Best Islands on an Exclusive Schooner Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 13 reviews · from $23

Spend five hours aboard the double-decker Aquamarina II, visiting Ilha dos Cocos, Conceição Beach, Lagoa Azul, and Lula Beach. You’ll have cushioned seating, a slide, floating mats, toilets, optional food and drinks, Starlink Wi-Fi, and a support boat for shore access. Portuguese, English, and Spanish service is available.

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11.Paraty: Schooner Boat Tour with Beaches and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 12 reviews · 5 hours · from $34

Spend five hours aboard a schooner in Paraty Bay, stopping at four beaches or islands for swimming, photos, and snorkeling. The Portuguese-speaking crew provides easy water access from an open platform. Lunch and drinks cost extra, and exact stop choices can vary among Lula da Praia, Praia Vermelha, Ilha Comprida, Ilha do Mantimento, and Ilha do Algodão.

“Foi um dos melhores passeios da minha vida! Toda a tripulação é extremamente simpática, os lugares visitados são lindíssimos, a estrutura da escuna é maravilhosa, foi tudo demais!”

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12.Half-Day Schooner Cruise and Snorkeling in Paraty Bay

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 5 reviews · 5 hours · from $36

Spend five hours aboard a Portuguese-speaking schooner in Paraty Bay, stopping at Ilha Comprida, Lula’s Beach, Blue Lagoon, and Red Beach. Snorkel among tropical fish, order lunch onboard, and swim from quiet beaches. Bring your own mask if possible, since rental costs extra and hotel transfers are not provided.

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13.Schooner Cruise with Pickup and Itaparica Stop

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 5 reviews · 8 hours · from $46

Spend eight hours on a schooner from Salvador, crossing Baía de Todos os Santos with hotel pickup and a Spanish or Portuguese-speaking guide. Stop for about two hours at Ilha dos Frades, then continue to Itaparica and Ponta de Areia, where you can buy lunch. Bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen.

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14.Wake Up and Sail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 hours · from $70Top rated

Meet your English or Portuguese-speaking crew at Marina da Glória for a three-hour sail on a fully equipped cruising sailboat. You’ll pass Sugarloaf, Forte da Laje, Santa Cruz Fortress, the Niterói museum, Ilha Fiscal, and more, with beer, caipirinhas, soft drinks, water, and finger food included. Daniel and Marcela are among the hosts named in guest feedback.

“absolutely Amazing. Daniel and Marcela were perfect hosts. they are so fun”

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15.Schooner Tour to Frades Island

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 3 reviews · 8 hours · from $39

Join a Portuguese, Spanish, or English-speaking guide at Salvador’s Nautical Terminal for an eight-hour schooner outing to Ilha dos Frades. See forts and Salvador from the water, swim at Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe, visit a hilltop chapel, and return at sunset. Bring money for the boarding and island fees, plus lunch and drinks.

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