The Blue Cave, located in Arraial do Cabo, in Rio de Janeiro, is one of the most stunning points in the region. Its name is the result of the fascinating effect of the sunlight reflected in the crystal clear waters, creating a spectacle of vibrant blue shades that illuminate the interior of the cave. The entrance to the cave is imposing, with immense rock formations that have been carved over time by the force of the sea. The only access to the Blue Cave is by boat, often on tours that explore other wonders of Arraial do Cabo, such as the Praia do Farol and the Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia. The beauty of the cave is most visible on sunny days and when tide conditions favor the spectacle of light and color. In addition to its impressive aesthetics, the area around the Blue Cave is an excellent point of observation of marine life, attracting divers and nature lovers. For those who want a unique experience full of natural beauty, the Blue Cave is an essential stop in Arraial do Cabo!
The Meteoro Hole, located in Arraial do Cabo, Rio de Janeiro, is one of the most impressive natural phenomena in the region. It is a slit submerged between the rocks, formed over the centuries by the action of the sea. Its name is inspired by the peculiar shape of the cavity, which resembles an impact crater, although its origin is attributed to natural erosion. This place is one of the most sought after by divers due to its incredible visibility and abundant marine life, which includes turtles, rays and colorful cardumes. The Meteoro Hole is perfect for experienced divers seeking an exciting, challenging and unforgettable experience in the crystal clear waters of Arraial do Cabo. For lovers of adventure and nature, the Meteoro Hole is a must stop, offering a unique immersion in one of the richest and most vibrant environments of the Brazilian Diving Capital.
The Fenda de Nossa Senhora, located in Arraial do Cabo, Rio de Janeiro, is one of the most remarkable natural formations in the region. It consists of a vertical crack between huge stone walls, near the Farol Island. The name of this crack comes from a local tradition, in which fishermen placed an image of Our Lady inside it as a symbol of protection. This point is highly appreciated by divers, who are enchanted by the rich marine biodiversity and the opportunity to cross the submerged slit, surrounded by crystal clear waters and a lush fauna. The Grid of Our Lady is also visible during boat trips, providing an impressive and mysterious view. Whether to explore its waters or simply admire its greatness of the sea, the Fenda de Nossa Senhora is a must-see destination for those who visit Arraial do Cabo, combining natural beauties, adventure and a touch of spirituality.
The Pontal do Atalaia Prainhas in Arraial do Cabo, Rio de Janeiro, are one of the most fascinating destinations in the region, known for its white sand and incredibly crystal clear waters in turquoise blue tones. This true paradise, accessible only by boat, impresses by its preserved natural beauty. During the panoramic tour, you will be able to admire all the majesty of the Prainhas without landing. Navigating through the calm waters, you can appreciate the wonderful shade of the sea and the imposing rocky formations around, with a highlight to the famous Farol Island in the background. Another attraction of the tour are the Gorilla Stone slit and the Cave of Love, perfect places to capture photos that will eternalize your experience. Ideal for those who want to explore this postcard without leaving the boat, the panoramic tour of Pontal do Atalaia Prainhas offers a relaxing and unforgettable experience, revealing the true essence of Arraial do Cabo directly from the sea!
Enseada da Praia do Forno, in Arraial do Cabo, Rio de Janeiro, is one of the most amazing diving destinations in the region. With calm, crystal clear waters, the place is inhabited by a rich diversity of marine life, including turtles, colorful fish and other marine beings. Surrounded by rocky shores and preserved vegetation, the bay offers exceptional visibility and a unique underwater experience. During the dive stop, visitors can explore this true natural aquarium, swimming and floating in the clear waters while watching the marine fauna and flora. Dive is ideal for all levels of experience, from beginners to experienced divers, allowing for a deep immersion in the local nature. Whether to relax in the calm waters or to explore the underwater wonders, the Enseada da Praia do Forno is an unforgettable experience, making any boat ride in Arraial do Cabo even more special and unforgettable.
The Farol Island, located in Arraial do Cabo, Rio de Janeiro, is a true untouched paradise, famous for its fine white sand and its crystal clear waters in turquoise blue tones. This natural treasure, administered by the Navy of Brazil, has been voted three times the most perfect beach in Brazil, standing out for its preserved beauty and its protected ecosystem. During the beach stop, visitors have the opportunity to land and enjoy this stunning scenery for a certain time. The place is ideal for relaxing, walking on the sand and diving in the calm and transparent waters. Furthermore, Farol Island is rich in marine life, which makes diving even more charming. Visiting the Farol Island is a unique experience, providing unforgettable moments in one of the most beautiful and preserved places on the Brazilian coast, making Arraial do Cabo an unforgettable destination for nature lovers.
2nd guide Eliane was amazing. Very funny and helpful with good English. 1st guide Juliette was also very helpful but not very good at English. The tour was great. I had a lot of fun. I would give them both 5s
Ok first off this is not for you if you want an English tour, also be prepared for a long coach ride to the port once there you will have to pay a marina tax on top off the environmental tax which is taken on the coach both are inexpensive 35 Real in total. Also if don't mind a noisy party boat then you will probably enjoy it, if however you want a serene sail then book something else, I've given this tour 3 stars as the scenery is beautiful.
The water was a beautiful colour and nice temperature. We were able to rent snorkel equipment and although the guide told us where to snorkel there was absolutely no fish to see. Very disappointing. We chose an English tour but were the only 2. The guide tried to explain somethings but it was hard for her. She did however make sure we knew where to go for the various stops. The trip to the Blue Lagoon had lots of fish.
The experience was great, everything was well prepared for and the islands were beautiful. We saw lots of sea turtles and we got our pictures taken. The experience was amazing, but more importantly our guide Talita was so amazing. I lost my camera on the bus, and she went out of her way to return it to me!! Everyone on the tour was very lively and friendly. Great day. WELL worth the price.
The tour took us to three beaches. Water was beautiful and the weater cooperated. If your looking for an English tour, this is not for u! The guide did not speak English even though we requested one. The pick up was an hour and a half late. We were waiting since 7:25 am. They would occasionally send whatsapp messages to communicate. Lunch is also served very late and you only get an hour to eat. Remember to bring snacks as the food served on the boat is expensive. You also need money for taxis which is not mentioned, only the marine fee is mentioned. We got lucky one of tourists spoke english so they translated for us.
Excellent trip! Picked up by a coach from the hotel, drove for about 2h. Had a lively day on the boat, stopped for 40 mins swims. Cocktails available on board! Music and great atmosphere!
It was a great tour. The beaches were amazing. The boat and the boat crew were brilliant. We had a great time and would highly recommend it.
Late pick, about an hour late. I was at the pickup at 7 am but we didn’t arrive to the boats until 12. I guess this is the norm. Also, my host was great but is constrained by how the company picks up guests. There should be 3 pick up points in town, rather than stopping at 30 places. I didn’t get back to my place until 11:30 pm, 2 hours later than guaranteed. The actual boat ride is okay and the beaches are alright too, too much pain. The lunch is actually dinner, at five, and nothing to mention. Forgettable with terrible bathrooms for 60 some guests… one bathroom doesn’t work.
Absolutely loved our time in Arraial! The stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality made it a perfect getaway. Highly recommend this charming destination!
This Arraial do Cabo Tour in Rio de Janeiro was overall a wonderful experience! I went with husband to spend a week in Brazil for our 4 year wedding anniversary and this was 1 of our excursions. We are both mid-30s! First of all, Arraial Do Cabo is ~2.5-3 hrs outside of Rio De Jinero. So be prepared it is a bit of driving at the beginning and end. We expected that and it was fine! The buses were nice and big and comfortable. Our tour guide was Lucas and he was wonderful and very lively and welcoming. Made one quick stop on way at a restaurant/gas station. Very nice with coffee/pastries shop. We indulged! Once we arrived in the beautiful Caribbean of Brazil we were escorted off the bus very close to the Marina and got on our Amanda Tour Boat. It was 2 levels. Lots of shade for those who wanted. Not too crowded. Good amount of space and seating area. They had drink with alcohol but also made wonderful blended fruit drinks without alcohol for those of us who prefer. They also made little snacks on a grill if you wanted (shrimp on skewer etc.). Note bar drinks and food not included in package! But it was cheap! We got 6 drinks (granted 3 without alcohol) and our tab was 100R which is like 25$. It was so fun! The boat staff was fun and energetic. Got people to dance and played fun music! Not too loud or rowdy. The first stop at first beach a little ways off so ppl can jump in water off boat and snorkel a bit if wanted. We stayed here about 30 minutes. People could swim to shoreline if they wanted. After that you re-board boat and maybe 30 mins to next beach area. Boat travels at a nice touring pace. Not a fast motor boat. It’s lovely to take in the views. Second beach we were able to get in smaller inflatable boat and motor boated to beautiful shore. Here can walk around. Lay on beach. Play in waves. Lots of photo people who give you Impromptu photo shoot on beach (great for my husband and I!)and it’s only 120R at end to get 40 photos digital. Beach a little crowded because most of the boat tours making stops here but makes for fun energy. The time on beach approx 45 mins. Then we board boat and head to third stop maybe 20 mins away. At the 3 stop it’s about another 40 on shore. Last we do a circle around and get closer to the caves and a couple of monuments. Cannot unboard here. Just taking in the view! It was so fun and breathtaking. So My only complaint was the included late lunch at the end. Maybe better to just charge us and take us somewhere nicer? We can just pay individually? Or maybe have the option to upgrade to better food choices? Because it was cold and Buffett style and not appetizing. Husband and love to eat and were excited to try some good Brazilian cuisine…..My husband actually ran down outside and bought a couple of sandwiches from a nearby vendor. Lol but that was just the end. Overall the beach tour time was ~4.5 hrs. Followed by 1 hr to eat. The beginning and end is some travel time. We were home by 8! It was def worth it! And we will be booking again! 😍😍😍
Congratulations!! The guide is very professional with the right Attitude. I fully recommend. Thank you so much!!
The only good thing I can say about the tour is the beaches are PRISTINE. Absolutely breathtaking. My group of 5 chose a tour that stated english was one of the languages. This was not the case. The entire tour was spoken in Portuguese with the tour guides not even putting in the slightest effort to translate for us. We had to take it upon ourselves to understand what was going on around us. Tour was extremely unorganized. It states that we would spend 40 min on each beach however once we were an hour away from the destination we were advised it would be 40, 30 and 20 min. Terrible. And that time doesnt start when EVERYONE gets off the boat it starts from when it docks. They had one transfer boat that took about 15 people before they dropped them off and then returned so imagine how long that took when you were last. We spent about 20 min on each beach. Not what we paid for. To top it off when my friends and I were on the transfer boat, they yelled out an instruction (in Portuguese) which we were not able to translate or process. The next moment there was a giant push and my friend fell out boat dropping her drink. You would think they would have tried to assist her, you would be wrong we had to right her and make sure she was ok, and then they promptly rushed us off the boat. If you can choose a different tour guide, do yourself a favor and do it.
I highly recommend. Our friendly and fun guide. Best tour we've taken. All very good teaM . Manuela our guide is a natural leader. Arraial do cabo is a fantastic place! Lovely agency!!!!
It was a nice trip , I enjoyed it a lot with my friends. Food was nice. Will recommend it to others.
This is not recommended for English speaking travellers. Although the tour guide spoke English, the boat crew (who leads most of the tour) did not. We were not able to follow along not understand the instructions. Our tour guide always sat at the back of the boat and we had to constantly find him to get him to explain. Also an FYI, lunch is technically dinner (5pm) to be able to make the most out of the sunlight. Other than the language barrier, the islands and beaches were beautiful.
Would absolutely not recommend. If it rains, you will not be able to see any beaches, they have no plan B. Hotel pickup was on time, luckily we were nearly the last to be picked up, otherwise we could have been driving around Rio for 90 minutes before setting off. The drive was comfortable enough, but quite slow. Upon arrival after 3 hours of driving, we were given lunch (all over cooked meat, not suitable for veggies at all) before learning that we couldn’t see two of the beaches because of the rain. We could then not leave the town with the restaurant because the bus had broken down while stationary, and we learnt we were not to see any beaches at all. We were then shown pictures and videos of the beautiful beaches we could not visit which made all the guests more annoyed. After around 5 hours we had to order an Uber the entire way back to Rio since we had no further info about whether we were going to be driven back and it was now getting dark. We then received many aggressive messages to our personal WhatsApp from the tour operators for having requested a refund despite the clear failure of the tour. This was really upsetting and a huge violation of the information we had given. The company absolutely needs to review the team they have to message customers. Thankfully Tripadvisor approved it - can’t say I’d recommend this tour, but I’m sure on a sunny day with better planning it could have been great.
What a nature! they only came to pick me up 5 minutes late, but it was all wonderful. the guide gisele available to everyone. arrived in arraial we started the tour with the boat. we visited various islands. the most beautiful pontal de atalaia.
Perfect ride. Everything was wonderful with a very good lunch, new and very comfortable van, our guide was super friendly and attentive and very professional. Perfect trip. We will definitely repeat. Unforgettable boat trip
It's was a good trip I had a good time l have been on the boat ride and on the beach ⛱️⛱️ and had some good food staff was very friendly.
Great! Rio de Janeiro is also special because there is this agency. Always indicate!!! A huge hug!!!
There were 2 amazing tours! The complete city tour and Arraial do Cabo. We want to congratulate the guide Márcio, always very professional and attentive. He's super!
Very very very good. Super helpful guide Márcio. They arrived at the agreed time and the boat ride was top notch. Lunch is a nice free buffet. We like it a lot!
A very fun boat trip that was well worth the cost! The meal was also delicious. The beaches we visited were beautiful - though I was hoping for more snorkeling. We also saw whales! We were visiting on the off season so were the only English-speakers on board, so we couldn't understand the announcements but that didn't bother us much. I do think it would be better to pick everyone up in a central location rather than making 8 stops around the same area - we were picked up first and basically rode around on the bus for over an hour before we got on the road. But all in all, I would definitely do it again!
Arraial is amazing. It is the brazilan Caribean. The guide Maristela, the bus driver and the people at the boat were GREAT!!! I do recommend the trip.
Simply unique, sensational place, the guide Maristela very dear and hardworking, congratulations! It was all very beautiful. I highly recommend. Thanks
A beautiful experience, Maristela has been very friendly and a wonderful guide, she is very nice and our tour was one of the best time we have spent in Rio. Really glad to recommend this tour to all the community. Five stars !
Beautiful place, great price to get picked up and dropped off all the way from copacabana. Would have liked to have got on the boat but sea was apparently too rough.
Real Itenerary: 0700 Get picked up from hotel 0700-0830 pick up other people 0830-1200 drive on bus 1200-1300 walk about 5 blocks, then eat disgusting lunch 1300 - 1330 wait at pier 1330 -1350 BEAUTIFUL BOAT RIDE 1350 - 1410 Fight for a life jacket then fight to get on motor boat to get to beach 1410-1425 Find a place where boats are dropping people off or picking people up to get in cold @ss, but BEAUTIFUL water 1425 -1445 fight to get life vest to get back on motor boat so you dont get left. 1445 -1455 more amazing scenery to get to next beach 1455 - 1540 (see 1350 - 1445) 1540 - 1550 more boat time 1550 - 1600 jump in the water behind the boat (if you want) to swim a bit 1600 - 1620 back to pier (more breathtaking scenery) 1620 - 1720 bus ride 1720- 1745 souvenir shop I think (I didn't go in) 1745 - 2000 more rides and people drop offs 2010 pass by your hotel, but don't stop, then get dropped off 2 blocks from your hotel in a foreign country as a female, by yourself (well you may or may not be a single female, but you get the jist) AT NIGHT...IN THE DARK. There were many issues with this tour, but, the main issues were, in tripadvisor, it says the tour is in "English" there was zero English spoken on that tour. Also, I was under the impression that I was going to have time to snorkel (since I paid an extra 25R for the mask (which I was also told would only be 20R via text) but you spend more time fighting for a life jacket, then fighting for a spot on the motor boat then fighting for a spot back then you do in the water. All 3 beaches combimed were a total of 30 maybe 45 minutes, if you take away the time it takes to get to the actual water. I also did not feel safe, as I was dropped off about 2 blocks away from my hotel (which had previously been passed) and I am a single woman in a foreign country and did not feel safe, why couldn't I be dropped off in front of my hotel at night?
A team of women, accompanied by the captain of the boat all very nice and able to make us have fun and participate advice so much ✌🏼🫶🏼
The tour was incredible well fun several beautiful landscapes , the boat well beautiful well responsible and anticipated staff with everyone
Despite the bad weather, we managed to enjoy a lot. The guides were great and the journey was pretty cool. I recommend the walk.
Amazing landscapes, helpful and attentive staff, very good price for a tour in an amazing place. I recommend.
Very good experience, exceeded my expectations and at a very good price. Ana the guide to our tour very good language management (Spanish, English and Portuguese) and excellent layout.
Muy entretenido. La guía Cassandra siempre atenta y de buen ánimo. Es un buen ambiente. Lo único por mejorar: el lugar del almuerzo, fue una cola de 30’minutos solo para entrar al lugar y servirte un plato.
It was all very amazing, very well explained the scripts, very tasty lunch. The time at certain sights could be longer, as in Christ the Redeemer because it is very full.
Excellent walk We had a wonderful time Excellent attention from all staff at all times It's a walk you should do if or if It was wonderful.
Thank you very much for the very good experience: good music, wonderful paisagems, sympathetic guide. I wanted to do this experience again.
Arraial is an amazing place, the boat ride is sensational, everything draws attention and deserves lots of photos. We had a guide "masse", very requested and with a wide smile.
Amazing place. We love it, crystal clear and cold water. We intend to do others. The company is punctual and everything is organized very well.
The landscapes are incredible and beautiful, wonderful and beautiful ride, incredible attractions, the sea was a beautiful color and impeccable temperature
The views are very good. But we couldn't go down all the beaches Transportation was a bit uncomfortable and left Rio de Janeiro at 9 am.
Incredibly beautiful place, the guide Talita is super attentive, incredible boat trip! I highly recommend I came with my brother and our trip was amazing
The tour was amazing, We had a great experience! The Guide was super sweet and fun and the lunch was wonderful! You can be enchanted by the beauty of the place.
We were amazed by everything, from the transportation to the tours, the river tour and festival were sensational. We would like to do more, but today doesn't allow it lol Well, it's our turn. We love you, both for the service and the price. I would recommend you to others. It was really good, a sensational experience
Hello Ana, thank you very much! We really liked the tour, however we felt that it did take a long time to leave. In addition, some tourists were upset because they did not know that the taxi was paid. In our case we did know because it was detailed on TripAdvisor. Otherwise, the tour was very nice. Susana is very attentive and worried that the group was always complete. The boat crew was also very attentive, very happy and concerned about everyone's well-being during the tour. We really enjoyed it and we are very grateful.
I went to the collection point at 6:50 am as requested. However, the guide was 49 minutes late (!), which is clearly unreasonable. Furthermore, they decided to do the excursion on a day of heavy rain, completely overcast. It is impossible to enjoy the experience under these conditions. Unfortunately, they put money before customer satisfaction.
Without the application it costs 20 thousand pesos less, the tour was very good, the places are very beautiful, the restaurant had a lot of variety of food, only if you arrive first, then the variety runs out
The landscapes are incredible, the lunch was delicious and the guide helped us and explained every question we had on the trip. We had a great day!
TDo wonderful, beautiful beaches and very happy staff, incredible landscape feeling of peace and total freedom of course I will come back more often, as the sea has a liberating feeling
Incredible tour with paradisiacal landscapes. Despite the slight delay on the way, this did not affect the tour in any way, which followed the agreed itinerary. I went with my boyfriend and we really loved it. We will definitely be back!
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