Sail Paraty Bay on a five‑hour schooner cruise that visits four islands and beaches, offers snorkeling and a traditional Brazilian lunch, and serves local cachaça cocktails on board. Practical, social, and suited to most fitness levels.
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The schooner moves out of Cais de Paraty with the town’s colonial roofs sliding aft and the bay opening like a hand offering islands. Salt hits the air, gulls quarter the sky, and the boat’s rhythm sets a slow, steady pace that invites both quiet and curiosity.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people in casual to good condition; you should be comfortable boarding small boats and swimming in shallow open water.
Wildlife
History
Paraty was an 18th‑century port on the Caminho do Ouro, shaping its colonial architecture and artisanal cachaça tradition that you’ll taste onboard.
Conservation
Local operators work within environmental protection areas—use reef‑safe sunscreen, avoid touching corals, and deposit trash on the boat to reduce marine impact.
Reserve your spot on the Schooner tour with lunch on board BY PARATY TOURS today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive early for voucher pick‑up
You must check in at the Paraty Tours agency at 10:00 a.m. to collect your voucher before boarding at 10:30 a.m.
Bring reef‑safe sunscreen
Apply reef‑safe sunscreen before getting in the water to protect corals and avoid sunburn on deck.
Wear water shoes
Beaches have rocky entry points and small reefs—water shoes protect feet when jumping or climbing ashore.
Prepare for motion and currents
If you’re prone to seasickness or plan extended snorkels, bring medication and stay near the boat for easier reboarding.
Swimsuit & quick‑dry towel
Wetsuit optional; you'll want a dry towel for the return trip.
Water shoes
Protects feet on rocky beaches and reef entries when snorkeling.
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects your skin and the marine environment during sun exposure.
Light rain shell or windbreaker
Summer storms are possible—pack a lightweight shell to stay dry and warm on deck.
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