Rio: Boat Tour of Guanabara Bay
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Discover Rio de Janeiro from a different angle. Take a guided catamaran tour and see Rio's main attractions on an exciting ride on Guanabara Bay.
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Highlights
- Hear the bustling sounds of Rio's port from a catamaran
- Discover Rio de Janeiro from a new perspective
- Leave in the morning or in the evening at sunset
- Take amazing photos at the foot of Sugarloaf Mountain
- Departures in the morning and in the afternoon at sunset
Description
Get a new perspective of Rio on a catamaran tour, on which you'll check out all the bright spots while exploring stunning Guanabara Bay.
Your tour begins at Marina da Gloria, boarding a modern and well-equipped catamaran. Depart in the direction of the Museum of Tomorrow, one of the architectural icons of Porto Maravilha, Rio's port region.
On the way, get a look at amazing Villegagnon Island, Santos Dumont Airport, Fiscal Island, and the Arsenal of the Navy.
Continue towards Niterói, passing beautiful Rio-Niterói Bridge and the famous Concha Acústica (Acoustic Shell) before heading to the MAC, the Museum of Contemporary Art, designed by Oscar Niemeyer. Be enchanted by its unique disc shape.
Before returning to Rio de Janeiro, get to know other remarkable sights that surround the shores of Guanabara Bay, such as Adão and Eva Beaches, Santa Cruz Fortress, Lage Fortress,São José Fortress, and São João Fortress.
Take in views of the famous Sugarloaf, where you'll have a few minutes to take pictures of the mountain from the catamaran. Before returning to Marina da Gloria, you'll pass the old Urca Casino and Flamengo Beach.
If you have chosen the option with breakfast, first enjoy your breakfast at Marina da Glória and then board the catamaran. The coffee shop is right in front of the embarkation point, so you can enjoy the experience with peace of mind.
Includes
Catamaran boat tour
Audioguide in English, Spanish, and Portuguese
Breakfast at Café Marinas (if breakfast option selected)
Important Information
- There are no stops for diving or disembarkations on this tour
Children 4 and younger are complimentary, provided they do not occupy a seat
The tour is subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative tour date. In case of a strong wind, the boat trip will not take place
This experience requires a minimum number of people. If canceled due to a lack of participants, you can book on a different date, take an alternative experience or avail of a full refund
Breakfast and Rio Boat Tour option includes seasonal fruits; a selection of bread and cold cuts; a slice of cake and brownie; butter, jam, and 'requeijão' Brazilian cream cheese. Orange juice or watermelon (1 per person) and one of the following: Nespresso, coffee with milk, hot chocolate, or tea
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund