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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.
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.
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.
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Operated by Velas Do Rio · Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
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.
Guanabara Bay is both harbor and history: colonial forts of São João and Laje mark strategic approaches, Urca’s former casino keeps its Art Deco silhouette, and granite outcrops like Sugarloaf and Pedra da Gávea rise from ancient tectonic forces. Culture arrives on the deck in the form of churrasco — skewered meats and local sides — and caipirinhas that map Rio’s easygoing social rhythm.
Expect a relaxed five-hour private charter with planned photo passes past Flamengo, Botafogo, Copacabana and the Urca headland, plus an anchored stop at Praia Vermelha/“Red Beach” for swimming and a possible barbecue. The boat is equipped with restrooms, freshwater and saltwater showers, Bluetooth sound, snorkel masks and a floating carpet for lounging. Sea conditions determine whether sails are raised; tides and winds can make the ride lively, not rough.
Practical edge: arrive 20–30 minutes early at Pier A0 for quick boarding, bring reef-safe sunscreen, a light wind layer for evening, and footwear with good grip for the dock. If you plan to swim, carry a towel and a dry bag; signal the crew before jumping. The trip is private and family-friendly, delivering skyline photos and a straightforward taste of Rio from the water.
easy.
5 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; requires only short swims or the ability to step on/off the boat for photos and beach breaks.
Yes — the charter is private for your group and the crew can accommodate requests like extra photo stops or a swimming break when conditions allow.
Snacks, bottled water, soft drinks, beer, caipirinhas and select wines are included, plus a churrasco lunch; check with the operator for any menu preferences or dietary restrictions.
Yes — there is a scheduled anchor stop at a sheltered beach for swimming and optional snorkeling; bring your own mask if you prefer, though some equipment is provided.
Meet at Pier A0 in Marina da Glória; bring ID, sunscreen, swimwear, and any medications. Infants must sit on laps and strollers are accessible for boarding.
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.
Guanabara Bay has undergone cleanup and restoration efforts; minimize plastic waste, use reef-safe products and follow crew guidance to protect sensitive areas.
Velas Do Rio operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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.
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.
Guanabara Bay is both harbor and history: colonial forts of São João and Laje mark strategic approaches, Urca’s former casino keeps its Art Deco silhouette, and granite outcrops like Sugarloaf and Pedra da Gávea rise from ancient tectonic forces. Culture arrives on the deck in the form of churrasco — skewered meats and local sides — and caipirinhas that map Rio’s easygoing social rhythm.
Expect a relaxed five-hour private charter with planned photo passes past Flamengo, Botafogo, Copacabana and the Urca headland, plus an anchored stop at Praia Vermelha/“Red Beach” for swimming and a possible barbecue. The boat is equipped with restrooms, freshwater and saltwater showers, Bluetooth sound, snorkel masks and a floating carpet for lounging. Sea conditions determine whether sails are raised; tides and winds can make the ride lively, not rough.
Practical edge: arrive 20–30 minutes early at Pier A0 for quick boarding, bring reef-safe sunscreen, a light wind layer for evening, and footwear with good grip for the dock. If you plan to swim, carry a towel and a dry bag; signal the crew before jumping. The trip is private and family-friendly, delivering skyline photos and a straightforward taste of Rio from the water.