Spend a full day cruising the beaches of Búzios aboard a schooner with an included buffet lunch. Swim, snorkel and walk on golden coves while learning about the town’s whaling past and coastal geology.
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Morning light slants across the schooner as it slips out of Armação dos Búzios, sails filling and the Atlantic daring you toward a chain of coves and reefs. The boat rocks with purpose; currents push the bow gently past rock-studded headlands while the guide points out sheltered bays where the water goes from emerald to indigo.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
12 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; able-bodied participants who can board/exit boats and walk short uneven stretches.
Wildlife
History
Búzios began as a whaling outpost; Praia dos Ossos (Beach of Bones) retains that name from 18th-century whaling activity.
Conservation
The tour collects a small environmental fee supporting local fishermen and maintenance; visitors are encouraged to use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid anchoring on reefs.
Reserve your spot on the Boat Tour in Buzios with Lunch today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Protect marine life and your skin—apply before boarding and reapply after snorkeling.
Wear swim shoes
Many stops have rocky entries and natural pools; water shoes improve safety and comfort.
Carry local currency
An environmental fee (approx. R$10.50) and optional vest rental are paid on tour—bring small bills.
Plan for a long day
Pickup and transfer from Rio take time—pack snacks, layers and a charged phone for the WhatsApp confirmation.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and coral ecosystems during long sun exposure on deck and while snorkeling.
summer
Swim shoes
Protect feet on rocky entries and in natural pools at Azeda and Tartaruga.
summer
Wide-brim hat and sunglasses
Essential for sun protection during extended exposure on the open deck.
summer
Light waterproof layer
Useful during sudden coastal showers or gusty sea breezes, especially in shoulder seasons.
fall