Brazil · BEACH DAY TRIPS
Some of the best water is two hours from a major city. The 15 below cover Arraial do Cabo, the Paraty islands, the Pedra do Telégrafo walk down to Grumari and the northeastern buggy runs, priced and timed from pickup to drop-off.
Join S2 Rio for an early guided hike to Pedra do Telégrafo, with English, Spanish, or Portuguese support from guides such as Erick, Dayvison, Nicolas, or Felipe. Reach the photo rock before crowds build, then relax at Grumari or Prainha Beach. Hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and accident insurance are included.
“It was good. Nice views. Dayvison was a great guide”
Leave Rio early for Arraial do Cabo, then spend the day aboard a schooner visiting Ilha do Farol, Pontal do Atalaia, Blue Grotto, Fenda de Nossa Senhora, Pedra do Gorila, and Forno Beach. Guides such as Newton, Andrea, and Vivi may assist with translation. Expect beautiful water, a long road journey, and a lively boat.
“The boat ride between each island was fun and exciting also lunch was prepared fancy after our boat tour was done”
Spend five hours cruising Paraty Bay with Paraty Tours, stopping at two beaches and two islands for swimming and snorkeling. The Portuguese-speaking crew provides floaties, music, fruit, coffee, and a backup boat. Lunch, drinks, kayaks, and paddleboards cost extra.
“Great boat trip - for the price we were pleasantly surprised & really enjoyed our day! The stops were great for swimming - beautiful water & scenery!!! Also lots of room on the boat to get comfy!”
Leave Fortaleza early for Morro Branco’s colorful erosion-carved cliffs, pause at Fontes Beach, then spend nearly three hours at Canoa Quebrada. Transport, hotel pickup, and a guide are included, but budget extra for the optional buggy ride, park entry, meals, and possible language limits.
“Las playas son bonitas pero la organización deja mucho que desear. No se pusieron en contacto con la mayoría de los asistentes hasta el mismo día de la excursión, pasada la hora de recogida. No sabíamos ni punto de encuentro, ni si iban a venir, como reconocer el vehículo… el guía, que solo hablaba Portugués, ni se presentó, casi ni nos dio información….”
Spend about eight hours leaving Maceió for Praia do Gunga, where the Lagoa do Roteiro meets the Atlantic. You’ll have six hours for swimming and optional boat or buggy trips, then visit the lace makers of Pontal da Barra. Pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a guide are included.
“It is distressing to stay on the bus for more than 1 hour, traveling through all the Hotels to then go to your destination. I understand the demand and even the location of my hotel but there has to be a smarter logistics.”
From Pajuçara, ride to Barra de São Miguel for photos, pause at the Gunga viewpoint, then spend time at Praia do Gunga. Guides such as Vicente, Bruno, and Van are associated with the service. Expect a small group, a 7:00 am start, and roughly 9.5 hours out.
“Foram pontuais na ida e na volta. A van apresentava bom estado de conservação e os guias são animado. Recomendo.”
Travel from Salvador to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba Beach with a guide in Spanish, Portuguese, or possibly English. Walk through a fishing village, learn about sea turtle protection at Projeto Tamar, and swim or relax beside calm waters. Hotel pickup, transport, and drop-off are included.
Travel from Natal to Pipa in an air-conditioned coach with a local guide, then spend the day among Madeiro Beach, Baia dos Golfinhos, Chapadão, Praia do Amor, and Pipa village. Bring swimwear, sunscreen, and shoes for stairs and uneven paths. English tours require at least two people.
“Going to be honest I hated the tour guide. We was in his 40s . Smoked a lot and seemed to be hangover. His only concern was to get instagram followers and flirt with the girls. He felt asleep all the time, never knew where he was Hate it Do not recommend it at all.. but the time management and tour are good”
Travel by local vehicle from Jericoacoara to the Tree of Laziness, Preá Beach, Caiçara Blue Hole, Paradise Lagoon, and nearby dunes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, but the driver usually speaks Portuguese and food, drinks, and possible entry fees cost extra.
“Tutto potrebbe essere migliorato, la laguna blu è un buco con dell’acqua che permette ai vari autisti di guadagnare , perché pagare un ingresso di 40 Reais è un furto , altri 40 per la lagoa paradiso spinti dall’ autista, quando in realtà si poteva entrare gratis, l unica cosa bella la spiaggia di Prea siamo rimasti 10 minuti , consiglio a tutti di non farla”
Travel from São Paulo to Santos with a private guide such as Danilo, Laura, Nelio, Maria, or Josée. Visit the Coffee Museum, Monte Serrat, Pelé Museum, cathedral, botanical garden, and famous beachfront, with transport, tolls, and parking included.
“Nelio was an amazing tour guide! Kind and knowledgeable, friendly to my daughter (played Taylor Swift music in the car) and a great host. Highly recommend this trip if someone wants to see the coast for a day—even if raining, like we experienced. No issues and great tour.”
Meet near Posto 6, beside the Fairmont Hotel and Fisherman colony Z-13, for a 90-minute sunrise SUP outing. An instructor teaches basic technique before you paddle to Copacabana Fort and offshore viewing spots. Portuguese, English, Spanish, German, Dutch, and French are offered.
“Pior experiência da minha vida! Conselho que dou é NÃO FAÇAM. Primeiro que fui no ponto de encontro e não tinha ninguém lá, cheguei 4h15 e o horário marcado era às 4h30. Daí fiquei em plena madrugada do Rio esperando responderem as minhas mensagem ou atenderem as minhas ligações e nada. Daí tive que ir na orla da praia saindo de quiosque em quiosque procurando o responsável pela atividade. Só conseguir fazer pois tinha um lá que tinha parceria com a “ empresa” ao qual contratei, caso contrário não iria conseguir fazer a atividade. O rapaz que me atendeu me passou a informação que eles não tinham mais o ponto…”
Spend a full day with an English-speaking guide such as Danilo or Mellio, traveling from São Paulo to Santos and Guarujá. Ride Monte Serrat’s funicular, visit the Coffee Museum, see Santos beaches and port, then enjoy four hours by the sea. Pickup and drop-off are included.
“Our guide Mellio was fabulous! He showed us lots of cool spots in Santos and took us to the beautiful beach for a leisurely lunch. The car was clean and comfortable and he took great care to get us to our destinations quickly and safely. His English was excellent. We’re very glad we did this tour. It was worth the cost.”
Ride from Fortaleza along Praia de Iracema, Meireles, Mucuripe, and Praia do Futuro to Beach Park in Aquiraz. Girafatur provides pickup, mobile tickets, a return ride around 5 pm, and guides such as Taty Farias and Larissa.
“The place is nice but was very full and the queues for the toys very long.Guide friendly and helpful.Explained all the details of the trip.Auto-translated”
Travel 104 km from Fortaleza to Lagoinha with hotel pickup, a professional guide, and time for beaches, red dunes, seafood, and optional activities. You can add a buggy ride, horseback outing, or jangada trip on Almecegas Pond. Guide Isabel Fatima has earned special praise for her helpful support.
“Excellent day trip to lagoinha, tour guide Isabel Fatima was GREAT so helpful and support and very informative.”
Travel from São Paulo to Santos, São Vicente and Guarujá in a small group of up to six. Guide Maurício leads a full-day route with the Coffee Museum, coastal viewpoints, an optional Morro do Itararé cable car, a ferry crossing and three hours planned at Enseada Beach.
“Excellent service great scenario punctuality in the schedules. Very attentive guide and driver, worth a lot.Auto-translated”
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