Board a private catamaran from Marina da Glória for a five-hour cruise through Guanabara Bay with churrasco, swimming stops, and skyline photo passes. Comfortable, family-friendly, and easily customized to the group’s pace.
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The catamaran slips away from Marina da Glória as the city exhales behind you — traffic noise dies, and the bay opens like a wide shoulder ready to carry you. Nets and puffs invite sprawled conversation while the crew trims sails when the wind obliges; in calmer stretches the boat hums contentedly, the sea daring you to leave your phone and dive.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; requires only short swims or the ability to step on/off the boat for photos and beach breaks.
Wildlife
History
Guanabara Bay’s forts and waterfront mansions recall colonial and naval history; the Urca neighborhood contains the old Casino da Urca building from the 1930s.
Conservation
Guanabara Bay has undergone cleanup and restoration efforts; minimize plastic waste, use reef-safe products and follow crew guidance to protect sensitive areas.
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Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Sun reflects intensely off the water; broad-spectrum, reef-safe sunscreen and a wide-brim hat will keep you comfortable for the full cruise.
Prepare for sea movement
Even on calm days the bay can have chop—if you’re prone to motion sickness, take precautions before boarding.
Pack a dry bag
Keep phones and valuables dry during swim stops and while using the floating carpet to avoid salt damage.
Arrive early for boarding
The meeting point is at Pier A0; arriving 20–30 minutes early allows time for security checks and a timely departure.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the bay’s marine life during long sun exposure.
summer
Swimwear and towel
For beach stops and the floating carpet; have a quick-dry towel handy.
summer
Light wind shell
Evening breezes on the water can be cool once the sun sets.
fall
Non-slip deck shoes
Provides traction boarding and moving around the catamaran safely.