Brazil · PARATY
This is the shortlist you would send a friend flying out next month: 15 paraty tours that earn their slot, each with a price, a traveller verdict and the one detail to check before you pay.
Jeep through Serra da Bocaina to Pedra Branca, Tobogã rock slide, Poço do Tarzan swim, then a cachaça distillery tasting near Paraty.
“The tour was amazing, the waterfalls looked spectacular and it was interesting to learn about the making of cachaça. We were able to swim in a few places, but sliding down the rocks was definitely the highlight of the tour. Definitely recommend it!”
A 4x4 jeep day from Paraty with waterfall swimming at Cachoeira do Toboga, cachaça tastings, and a scenic Gold Path walk.
“This tour was a 10/10. We had a great day. The tour guide spoke every language, which was really nice. He was funny. Nicely organized, it was lovely. Would do it again.”
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”
Speedboat half-day in Paraty on Saco do Mamanguá with snorkeling stops, quiet beaches, and an optional Pico do Pão de Açúcar hike.
“I had an amazing time in this tour. everything was well organised. I chose to climb the Pao de Azucar, which was difficult for me but we'll worth it. I took a guide, because I was alone and a woman but the trail is well marked and easy to follow without a guide too. The speedboat can fit 14, but I guess if it's full then it might be a bit too cosy. we were 9. Overall, fantastic experience and I highly recommend it.”
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.”
Paraty historic centre walking tour with a local guide and a free Cachaça Gabriela tasting. UNESCO stories in 90 minutes.
“Thiago was amazing!!! I am a bit late to post this, but he was very good at explaining the historical information about Paraty which left us curious to find out more. Any questions he was very happy to answer and very kind & generous. Would highly recommend! 🌟”
Six-hour Trindade day trip from Paraty with beaches, Atlantic Forest trail, and a swim at Caixa d'Aço natural pool.
“La marche devait être modérée. Mais ça allait beaucoup trop vite. Nous sommes donc restés à la première plage, au point de départ sans pouvoir accomplir le programme de l'excursion.”
A private 2-hour walk through Paraty’s colonial streets, churches, and Freemasonry clues with an English-speaking CADASTUR guide.
“Great, quick tour of downtown Paraty. Learned quite a bit in this short tour. Great tour for learning the history of the area without committing a whole day to a tour.”
Hike to Saco Bravo Waterfall near Paraty, swim in a natural ocean pool, in a max 10-person group with an English-speaking guide.
“This was the hardest hike I've ever experienced. I would suggest you do your research before embarking on this hike. Bring plenty of water! Hiking shoes/boots and walking sticks are a must. Please don't try this hike if you're not physically fit.”
Private 6-hour Jeep tour from Paraty with two cachaça distillery visits, waterfall bathing at Tobogã, and the Gold Path, all included.
“We had an awesome time. Fantastic guide great information and fabulous time had by all. Waterfalls were stunning and lunch was really good.”
Door-to-door Rio to Paraty transfer with WhatsApp reconfirmation, experienced drivers, and planned stops. Good value at $57.
“On top. It wasn’t planned but I was loaded (very) so they dropped me off in front of my pousada Thank you bcp!Auto-translated”
Shared transfer from Paraty to Rio in air-conditioned vans, with WhatsApp pickup info, tracked route, and South Zone hotel or airport drops.
“It was great got pickup on time at my hotel location. Nice driver, clean van. Got dropped exactly in front of my hotel in the next destination”
Speedboat to Saco do Mamanguá, a tough 466 m hike to Pico Pão de Açúcar, and a cool swim back at Praia do Cruzeiro, all in about 5 hours.
“Une randonnée pas facile mais qui vaut vraiment la peine .”
Private São Paulo to Paraty transfer with Cunha stops, 1-hour Paraty orientation, optional Ubatuba beaches, led by Rocco.
“Rocco is so amazing! This trip is well worth it we visited a lavender farm as well as a local shop with fresh cheeses, and a cafe for fresh sugar cane juice and Pastels. Rocco also planned a waterfall and distillery tour for us in Paraty which was amazing. He also gave us a transfer to Rio where we stopped along the way at a beautiful beach for lunch and a Nuclear power plant. Rocco genuinely cares about your trip and wants to make it as worth while as possible I definitely recommend booking with him!”
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”
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