About this experience
The adventure begins with a comfortable journey from Rio de Janeiro to the charming town of Armação dos Búzios. Upon arrival, board a modern and spacious catamaran and get ready for a three-hour cruise through crystal-clear waters.
The panoramic tour features stunning views of Caboclo Island, Armação Beach, Ossos Beach, Azeda Beach, Azedinha Beach, and João Fernandes Beach, where there's a 30-minute swim in the Coral Park waters. The tour continues to João Fernandinho Beach, Branca Island, and Feia Island, with another 30-minute stop. We then head to Moças Beach, Manguinhos Cove, and Tartaruga Beach, the last stop for swimming. Discover unique landscapes of Virgens Beach, Amores Beach, and Canto Beach before returning to the pier.
After disembarking, enjoy a buffet lunch and explore the Bardot Promenade, featuring the iconic statue of Brigitte Bardot. Then, explore Rua das Pedras, known for its shops, bars and restaurants. Conclude the day with a confortable return to Rio de Janeiro.
At a glance
- Duration: 14 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 14 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Round-trip transportation from major hotels in South Zone (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, and Leblon)
- Buffet lunch
- 3-hour Catamaran Cruise
- Professional Tour Guide with live commentary in Portuguese, English and Spanish
Not included
- Drinks and dessert
- Diving/snorkel mask (available for rent)
- Pier embarkation fees
Itinerary and highlights
Upon arrival in Búzios, board a modern and spacious catamaran and get ready for a three-hour tour through the crystal clear waters.
The panoramic tour begins with stunning views of Ilha do Caboclo, Praia da Armação, Praia dos Ossos, Praia da Azeda, Praia da Azedinha and João Fernandes Beach.
The panoramic tour begins with stunning views of Ilha do Caboclo, Praia da Armação, Praia dos Ossos, Praia da Azeda, Praia da Azedinha and João Fernandes Beach.
The panoramic tour begins with stunning views of Ilha do Caboclo, Praia da Armação, Praia dos Ossos, Praia da Azeda, Praia da Azedinha and João Fernandes Beach.
The panoramic tour begins with stunning views of Ilha do Caboclo, Praia da Armação, Praia dos Ossos, Praia da Azeda, Praia da Azedinha and João Fernandes Beach.
The panoramic tour begins with stunning views of Ilha do Caboclo, Praia da Armação, Praia dos Ossos, Praia da Azeda, Praia da Azedinha and João Fernandes Beach.
First stop for a 30-minute refreshing swim in the waters of Parque dos Corais.
The tour continues towards Praia de João Fernandinho.
Another stop for a swim.
We continue to Praia das Moças, Enseada de Manguinhos and Praia da Tartaruga, the last stop for diving.
End the tour discovering the unique settings of Praia das Virgens, Praia dos Amores and Praia do Canto, before before we return to the pier.
End the tour discovering the unique settings of Praia das Virgens, Praia dos Amores and Praia do Canto, before before we return to the pier.
End the tour discovering the unique settings of Praia das Virgens, Praia dos Amores and Praia do Canto, before before we return to the pier.
After disembarking, enjoy a delicious all-you-can-eat buffet lunch (drinks and desserts not included) and take the opportunity to explore the famous Orla Bardot, where the iconic statue of Brigitte Bardot, the actress, is located. Frenchwoman who became enchanted by the city in the 1960s.
Enjoy some free time to visit Rua das Pedras, full of charming shops, bars and restaurants.
Meeting and pickup information
- Main hotels in Ipanema
- Main hotels in Copacabana
- Round-trip transportation is available from major hotels in South Zone (Copacabana and Ipanema). If your hotel is not on the pick-up route, we will inform you of the nearest meeting point from the options on the pick up list (Sol Ipanema, Savoy, Hotel Canada, Mirasol, Copacabana Palace, Hilton Copacabana, Atlântico Star, Botafogo Praia Shopping, Selina Lapa). The journey takes about 4 hours both ways.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- C2Rio Tours & Travel
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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