Take a full-day run from Rio to Arraial do Cabo for a schooner cruise through turquoise bays, snorkeling stops and a beachfront buffet lunch. Expect clear water, dramatic headlands and a mix of boat time and short beach walks.
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You step out before dawn in Rio, the city still cooling from the night, and the van hums toward the Costa do Sol. By midmorning the Atlantic opens to you — a bright, restless presence that pushes the schooner through channels, past cliffs and emerald shallows where light stabs the seabed.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
12 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect periods standing on the boat and short beach walks and steps for beach access.
Wildlife
History
Arraial do Cabo was charted by Portuguese explorers in the 1500s and grew as a fishing and naval waypoint; its settlement history is tied to maritime routes and later tourism.
Conservation
The region is part of marine preservation efforts; visitors are asked to use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid touching coral, and respect designated protected areas.
Reserve your spot on the Arraial Day Trip With Boat Tour And Lunch today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Protect skin and local marine life; apply before boarding and reapply after swimming.
Prepare for boat movement
If you’re prone to seasickness, take medication beforehand and sit midship where motion is least noticeable.
Wear water shoes
Beaches have rocky entry points and small surf — shoes help with traction and protecting feet.
Carry small cash
Local restaurants and vendors may prefer cash for extras like drinks or tips after the tour.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects your skin and the local coral and marine life during long sun exposure.
summer
Water shoes
Helpful for rocky beach entries and short walks over uneven terrain.
summer
Light windbreaker or long-sleeve shirt
Blocks wind and sun on open-deck stretches, especially early morning or late afternoon.
Dry bag or waterproof phone case
Keeps valuables dry during ocean spray and when boarding or disembarking.