Cruise the sheltered bays of Búzios on a full‑day guided boat tour from Rio with multiple swim stops and a buffet lunch. Practical and scenic—perfect for swimmers and snorkelers seeking clear water and varied beaches.
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You step onto the boat as the skyline of Rio thins behind you — salt air sharp, the engine a steady pulse pushing toward the open Atlantic and the string of beaches that define Búzios. The coastline arrives in slices: João Fernandes’ busy shore, the emerald hush of Azeda and Azedinha, the sheltered bays of Tartaruga and Praia dos Ossos, and the tougher-to-reach Praia das Virgens.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Basic fitness for getting on/off a boat and short swims; suitable for most adults and children able to sit in laps for transfers.
Wildlife
History
Originally a fishing community, Búzios gained international attention in the 1960s and transformed into a tourist destination with a mix of local maritime culture and beach tourism.
Conservation
An environmental fee collected on the tour contributes to local fishermen and coastal maintenance; visitors should use reef‑safe products and avoid standing on coral.
Reserve your spot on the Discover Búzios: Guided Tour with Boat and Lunch today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef‑safe sunscreen
Use mineral or reef‑safe sunscreen to protect coral and marine life; reapply after swimming.
Pack motion‑sickness remedies
Open ocean stretches can be choppier than sheltered bays—take meds or acupressure bands if you’re prone to seasickness.
Carry small cash
An environmental fee (R$10.50) is collected aboard and lifejacket rentals cost extra, so have cash available.
Wear slip‑resistant shoes
Boarding and short onshore steps can be slippery—bring sandals with good grip or low‑profile water shoes.
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects your skin and local reefs during prolonged sun exposure and swimming.
summer
Quick‑dry swim shirt or light windbreaker
Shields from sun and wind on the boat between stops.
spring
Water shoes
Helpful for rocky shore entries and boarding ladders at some beaches.
summer
Dry bag (small)
Keeps phone, cash and sunscreen dry while you move between boat and shore.