Brazil · BEACHES
Seven thousand kilometres of coast, and the good days are the ones with a boat or a trailhead attached. These 15 run from Copacabana walks to the Arraial do Cabo boats and the empty sand west of Rio, priced and timed.
Spend a full Fortaleza day visiting Morro Branco, Praia das Fontes, and Canoa Quebrada, with beach time, red cliffs, and optional buggy fun.
“Tour may be a generous description, this is an Instagram photo shoot, hop-on hop-off day trip. Driver and guide were pleasant, and the bus and buggy (extra charge) were comfortable.”
A 2.5-hour panoramic Beach Safari in Itajaí, Brazil, hitting Blue Flag shores and sea-view miradors, with free stop entries for $15.50.
“Incrível, adorei tudo, as pessoas da equipe, local visitado, suporte prestado, tudo perfeito, recomendo a quem perguntar tbm”
Hike Pedra do Telégrafo in the early morning, then unwind at Grumari or Prainha. Steep, short, and photo-worthy.
“Incredible and breathtaking! Felipe was a lovely guide. It was an awesome hike and he gave us plenty of time to take pictures. Alex was also a wonderful driver who we had good conversation with. I would highly recommend this activity. The hike is very steep but worth every moment. Good way for a group to bond too. We also stopped for Açai on the way down and at a stunning beach which was a great reward!”
Arraial do Cabo day trip from Rio with a schooner boat tour, swimming stops, big-picture coastline views, and early hotel pickup.
“It was so fun the ride wasn't too bad you can also sight see. It was definitely worth it the drinks were strong and the food was awesome both was affordable. Just Book It !”
Jeep through Rio's 18 beaches, hike to Pedra do Telégrafo, then watch sunset over the coast with pro photos and editing included.
“Saffo created a tour that will delight the senses and help you understand the history and background of Rio. There was plenty of action packed adventure, moments of tranquil relaxation, fun vibes, beach moments, and sunset photos during our tour. The surprises throughout the day were awesome and well timed. If you want a professional, friendly, and encouraging guide to coax you up and down the mountain hike through nature in one piece and don't mind challenging your self a little to get views of the city that are totally worth it, you won't be disappointed. There was an unfortunate incident with a missing beach hat going missing, so just…”
5-hour Paraty Bay boat tour with four swim stops, snorkeling gear, floaties, fruit and coffee, plus optional caipirinha.
“Amazing day! we swam and snorkelled and saw fish, you can jump off the boat ! it would be nice if they told you which beaches and islands we would be going to but otherwise the day was really fun and the crew were really nice and friendly”
Kayak Paraty’s bay, swim and snorkel at Rosa Beach and Malvao Island, then paddle through mangroves with red crabs on a small-group tour.
“The views of the bay are amazing! We didn’t get into the mangrove area because the tide was too low. But the guide was very good and accommodating. For example, we got pretty tired, so he suggested we paddle to a restaurant where we could rest for lunch. Fantastic food and a relaxing beach.”
Boat through 10 deserted Zimbros beaches, then a guided rainforest walk to Cachoeira da Praia Triste for a natural pool swim.
“We had a great time exploring this beautiful area by boat and on foot. The walk/hike through the Atlantic rain forest to the waterfalls was a highlight.”
A budget-friendly full-day trip from Fortaleza to Praia de Cumbuco, with optional buggy rides, lagoon time, water activities, and seafood.
“I do not recommend this beach or tour to this beach. The tour company was great. That’s the only star it gets. Everything else was a completely disappointment. The location is super crowded. Cry hard to find a place to sit. The beach was dirty, trashed, rocky, and had mirky water. Everything cost money. Even to listen to the band playing music. The bathrooms smelled like sewage. The 2 pools they had at the location were private. It’s unfortunate because I planned for this trip several months in advance and read all the reviews. I was looking forward to it. The worst day of our 21 days 4 cities stay…”
Beginner underwater baptism at Praia de João Fernandes in Búzios with full gear, safety-first coaching, and about 30 minutes underwater.
“Excellent diving experience - we can’t recommend it enough! Lovely family business. Everyone made us feel really welcome and well taken care of. Hoping to book another scuba activity with you soon!”
A 5 to 6 hour beach walk from Paraty to Trinidad, with Cepilho photo views, Dos Ranchos rocks, guided trails, and the Caixa d'Aço natural pool.
“Our family booked this tour so that we could spend some relaxing time at the beach. While the beaches were amazingly beautiful, this trip is not relaxing. You spend more time walking in between beaches rather than enjoying them. The trek to the fourth beach is long and difficult to navigate. In the end you wind up at the natural pool which is very difficult to swim in because it's so crowded and there are rocks all over the bottom. We would have preferred to have stayed at one of the first three beaches which were all beautiful.”
8-hour Beach Safari from Balneário Camboriú to Bombinhas and Mariscal with Blue Flag beaches, free time to swim, and guided transport.
“gostei muito das praias ,e da experiencia de fazer um safari de praias, o guia Murilo, foi muito divertido e tornou o safari muito alegre.”
Full-day trip from Fortaleza to Morro Branco cliffs, Fontes Beach, and Canoa Quebrada, with free beach time, swims, and easy pickup.
“Formule intéressante pour visiter Morro Branco et avoir un aperçu de Quenoa Quebrada, néanmoins il a manqué des informations plus claire comme le pass buggy à 120real/pers pour faire la visite de visite de Morro Branco , pass incontournable, les 15 Real en cash pour l entrée de la zone protégée de Morro Branco , le guide qui ne parle pas français, ni anglais même si on choisit l option ( Français ou anglais) mais il envoie un pdf avec la traduction En gros sur les 15€ annoncé pour l excursion prévoyez plutôt 50€ Une fois qu on sait la formule reste intéressante malgré les arrêts commerciaux inhérent à ce…”
Day trip from Salvador to Projeto Tamar in Praia do Forte and Praia de Guarajuba beach, with optional turtle entry and A/C transport.
“Great beach and excellent food. Went on the optional buggy ride but would not recommend it if you are looking for adventure. The turtle conservation centre was interesting and worth a visit.”
Private Salvador airport transfer to Iberostar Praia do Forte or Bahia, with airport reception, comfy minivan rides, and optional child seats.
“Ricardo el chofer muy amable y siempre estuvieron en contacto con nosotros antes del viaje y eso da mucha tranquilidad”
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