Hold on to a tow board and glide over a shipwreck alive with coral, turtles, and stingrays off Fernando de Noronha. This 2.5-hour shared tour mixes boat towing, shallow freediving, and protected-park sightings—perfect for adventurous snorkelers.
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The boat slips away from the cove, engine a gentle thrum under a high, glassy sky, and the Atlantic opens like a living map beneath you. Clutch the tow board and let the current decide the rhythm: clear water, scattered coral, a rusted hull suddenly blooming with parrotfish and anemones. For a few breathless minutes you ride, ducking to 4 meters if you want, watching turtles and stingrays move as if daring you to follow.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Moderately fit; should be comfortable swimming and treading water and able to hold onto a tow board for short bursts.
Wildlife
History
Fernando de Noronha is a volcanic archipelago with Portuguese colonial history; its strategic position made it a naval outpost before becoming a protected marine park.
Conservation
The archipelago is a protected area with visitor limits and mandatory park fees; stick to no-touch rules and use reef-safe products to reduce impacts.
Reserve your spot on the Underwater Boat Hitchhiking today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Buy Marine Park Entry in Advance
The Marine National Park fee is mandatory and can be purchased at the Visitor Center; confirm current prices before arrival.
Bring a Mask and Fins
Dive equipment isn't supplied—your own mask and fins improve safety and let you explore the wreck comfortably.
Protect Yourself from the Sun
Long exposure on the boat makes reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and UV shirt essential.
Hold the Board Properly
Use the guide's technique for towing to avoid neck and back strain; this experience is not recommended for people with spinal injuries.
Swimsuit and UV shirt
Fast-drying clothing and sun protection for long exposure on deck.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the marine environment from harmful chemicals.
summer
Mask and fins
Improves freediving efficiency and lets you see the wreck clearly.
Water sandals or reef shoes
Useful for boarding, beach stops, and protecting feet on rocky shores.