Brazil · CANOES & KAYAKS
The 10 best canoe & kayak trips you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is there for a reason; start at the top and work down.
Canoe on the Iguaçu River, hike through Atlantic Forest trails, and swim at secluded waterfalls with friendly guides, gear, and small groups.
“This was an incredible adventure! Francioni and Diego were amazing and so knowledgeable. It ended up being just my family going today and they were extremely helpful with our young kids. It was the best part of our trip to Iguazu Falls!”
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.”
Kayak Paraty mangroves and canals with an English-speaking guide, wildlife stops, and a sunset finish. Gear and instruction included.
“It was a very nice two and half hour tour with Brenda who explained a lot about the local flora and fauna. We even manages to see capibara. The kayaking was very pleasant and easy for everyone.”
Kayak Water Trail in Florianopolis: learn in semi-oceanic kayaks, paddle Rio Vermelho State Park and Lagoa da Conceicao, small group.
“O passeio de canoagem, a conversa com o guia, sem dúvidas uma experiência diferenciada e que serve todos em viagens.”
Sunrise stand-up paddle on Copacabana Beach. Learn SUP basics, paddle to the best viewing spot, and get included photos and video.
“Fue una gran experiencia, lo único que pienso de puede mejorar es la puntualidad para comenzar la actividad ya que el amanecer estaba por salir y aún seguíamos en tierra.”
Kayak Paraty at sunset: easy 2-hour mangrove paddle to Jabaquara and Ilha dos Pombos, small group, wildlife spotting, calm water.
“This was such a great tour! Brenda was a wonderful guide and showed us so many cool things. Highly recommend.”
Paddle Paraty mangroves from Pontal Beach on a small-group kayak tour. Choose 2 or 3 hours, see capybaras, and learn the ecosystem.
“What a cool experience! Brenda was an amazing guide, who has a great sense of humour and clearly has a passion for doing this tour! I may not have been the best kayaker, but she was patient and made sure it was an unforgettable experience! We kayaked around a beautiful island inhabited by all sorts of exotic birds and then kayaked through a mangrove seeing capybaras. I highly recommend this tour! Thanks Brenda and Paulo!”
Kayak through Paraty Bay’s islands in 2.5 hours. Paddle mangroves, walk Ilha da Bexiga, and get sea views of Paraty for $38.44.
“Very nice islands worth visiting by own means. Good kayaks, good instruction and guided walk with humor!Auto-translated”
A 3-hour guided hike and kayak or SUP on the Iguaçu River, with Atlantic Forest wildlife and a waterfall swim, plus hotel transfer.
“It was lovely! Being in nature hiking, kayaking, and canyoning was therapeutic! Everyone involved were incredible, the driver William, the guides Fran, Jefferson, and young man whom I forgot his name were all pleasant to be around! I highly recommend.”
Half-day kayak tour from Pontal Beach through Paraty mangroves and calm bay waters, with swimming stops and small groups.
“It was great! We went to a beautiful beach and get to swim there. We went to an other part of the mangroves when we could not enter the original one due to the tides, which was super nice and thoughtful. We saw a bunch of birds and other animals and Giuliano told us so much about the nature around Paraty. Highly recommend the tour! Muito obrigada Giuliano”
Pick a coast, a city or a river, and start there.
