From Rio: The best of Ilha Grande and Angra dos Reis
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Enjoy a schooner trip through the paradisiacal scenery of the best islands in Angra dos Reis. Be enchanted by the unique beauty of the waters and nature of Ilha Grande and Botinas Islands.
Highlights
- Admire the marine fauna and the beautiful natural landscape
- Visit the Blue Lagoon, Flechas Beach and Araçá Beach
- Discover the best of Ilha Grande and Angra dos Reis
- Dive in the calm, crystal-clear waters of the Botinas Islands
Description
Start your full-day excursion with a 165 km trip from Rio de Janeiro to Angra dos Reis, in the Costa Verde region. Head to the port to board the schooner towards Ilha Grande, one of the best beach destinations in the state. Settle into your seat and enjoy the paradisiacal views.
Make your first stop at the Botinas Islands, Angra's postcard. Its calm waters of different shades of blue are the perfect invitation for a swim. Continue on to Ilha Grande and discover the Blue Lagoon, the jewel of Rio de Janeiro's southern coast. Check out the collection of starfish at the bottom of the ocean, as well as colorful fish and coral in this natural pool, perfect for snorkeling and floating with 'noodle' buoys. Also enjoy the tranquil Araçá Beach. Located next to Lagoa Azul, the small beach surrounded by large rocks and preserved native forest is a great option for relaxing and enjoying the view.
Finally, visit Praia das Flechas and enjoy a stop for a lunch at a local restaurant . Lunch not included .
Disembark at the pier and return comfortably to Rio de Janeiro.
Includes
Transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Schooner trip with swimming stops
Professional tour guide with live commentary in Portuguese, English and Spanish
Round trip from hotels in the South Zone (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon) - if the departure is not available in your region we will indicate a closer pick-up point.
Important Information
- Departure and return from hotels in the South Zone (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon) - if the departure is not available in your region we will indicate a closer pick-up point.
Boarding pier: Santa Luzia Station - 435, Av. Júlio Maria - Centro, Angra dos Reis
The schooner tour lasts 6 hours (approximately)
At each stop, it is possible to disembark from the schooner for a swim in the sea
Food and drink may not come on board the boat
Lunch not included
The Blue Lagoon is a natural aquarium and there is no pier or sandy strip to disembark, so it is important that visitors know how to swim if they want to get off the boat.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund