Spend a day off Rio’s coast exploring Búzios by land and sea: a guided walk through Rua das Pedras, a buffet lunch, and an optional schooner cruise stopping at Azeda, João Fernandes and Tartaruga. Ideal for easy-paced beach exploration and snorkeling.
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The schooner slips away from the pier and the open Atlantic seems to nudge you toward Búzios’ gilded coast. Salt air sharpens the senses as Guanabara Bay recedes and the peninsula’s bays unfurl—scrubby headlands, pastel houses, and beaches that push invitation after invitation.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
12–13 hours (full day)
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves light walking on cobbled streets and short swims from beach or boat.
Wildlife
History
Búzios transformed from a fishing village to an international hotspot after French actress Brigitte Bardot’s visits in the 1960s, which helped build its tourist profile.
Conservation
Local reefs are sensitive—use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid touching coral, and support local businesses that practice responsible waste management.
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Bring swim gear
If you choose the cruise option, bring a swimsuit and quick-dry towel—each boat stop allows roughly 20–30 minutes to swim or snorkel.
Sun protection
Tropical sun is strong even on cloudy days—use reef-safe sunscreen and a wide-brim hat to avoid sunburn during beach stops and the town walk.
Light footwear for streets
Wear comfortable shoes for cobbled Rua das Pedras and a pair of sandals for the sand—some beaches have rocky entry points.
Seasickness prep
If you’re prone to motion sickness, take medication before boarding; the schooner can be steady but conditions change with wind and swell.
Swimsuit
Necessary for the optional schooner stops where swimming and snorkeling are offered.
summer
Quick-dry towel
Dries fast between stops and is easier to pack on a long day trip.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and minimizes harm to local marine life during snorkeling and beach time.
summer
Light daypack
Carries water, camera, and a change of shoes while exploring Rua das Pedras and the beaches.