Arraial do Cabo boat tour: Snorkeling, toboggan, two decks
Two-deck boat, snorkel stops, a toboggan, and four beaches in one morning
A four-and-a-half-hour boat tour from Porto do Forno in Arraial do Cabo with snorkeling at two bays, a water toboggan, and photo stops at the Meteorite Impact and Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia. The boat has two decks, Wi-Fi, onboard restrooms, and floating platforms. A live Portuguese-speaking guide narrates the route. Fruit and water are provided. Snorkel gear and floating vests can be rented separately. The pier boarding fee (R$15, cash only) is paid on arrival.
Step-by-step itinerary
Boat tour and beach visits in Arraial do Cabo
- Board at Porto do Forno
- Stop at Farol Island bay for diving and toboggan
- Pass by scenic spots for photos and explanations
- Visit Meteorite Impact for photos and explanations
- Land at Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia beach
- Stop at Praia do Forno bay for diving and toboggan
- Return to Porto do Forno for disembarkation
What’s included
- Water in gallons throughout the tour and a round of fruit at the end.
- two onboard bathrooms.
- Wi-Fi.
- floating platforms (macarons) for stability in the water.
- a support boat for beach landings.
- all mandatory Navy rescue equipment.
Times
- Every day 10:30
Before you book
Operated by Embarcação Valentyna
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The experience
You board at Porto do Forno and head out on a two-deck boat built for the route. The upper deck gives you sight lines across the water, and the lower deck has shade and shelter. The boat carries all the rescue equipment required by Brazil's Navy and a support vessel for beach landings, which matters because some of the stops depend on permission from the Marine Capitania and can shift with weather or sea conditions. A live guide in Portuguese walks you through what you're seeing as you move between stops.
The first snorkel stop is Farol Island bay, a protected reserve watched around the clock and ranked among Brazil's most beautiful beaches. You anchor in the bay and can swim and snorkel from the boat, or use the water toboggan: a slide that runs from the upper deck into the water. The second snorkel stop is Praia do Forno bay, where the toboggan is available again. You stay in the water here rather than landing on the sand, since the beach itself is reserved for taxi boats. Between the two snorkel bays, you pass Meteorite Impact and Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia (known for its staircase and Grotto do Amor) for photos and explanation. The itinerary can shift depending on wind, waves and landing permissions, so the order and which stops you reach may change.
Floating platforms (macarons) keep you stable in the water, and you can rent snorkel gear or a floating vest if you need one. The boat has two bathrooms, Wi-Fi, and serves water in gallons throughout the tour plus a round of fruit at the end. Drinks and snacks are sold onboard, including a caipirinha deal (buy one, get one free). You return to Porto do Forno for disembarkation after four and a half hours. Coolers and thermal bags are not allowed on board except for medical food restrictions.
Is this one for you?The guide speaks Portuguese, so this tour suits travelers comfortable following commentary in that language. The itinerary shifts with weather and landing permissions, which means the exact stops and their order are not fixed. Book this one if you want snorkeling and the toboggan and can roll with changes to the route.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 10 years); Infant (under 6): free.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What is Farol Island bay like for snorkeling?
Farol Island bay is a 24-hour protected reserve and one of Brazil's most beautiful beaches. You snorkel from the boat in the bay itself, and the Navy controls landing permissions and how long you can stay. The water toboggan is available here if you want to use it.
Can I bring my own snorkel gear or do I have to rent it?
You can bring your own snorkel gear. If you don't have any, rental is available on the boat and can be arranged on the day of the tour.
How does the water toboggan work?
The toboggan is a slide that runs from the upper deck of the boat into the water. It's available at both snorkel stops (Farol Island bay and Praia do Forno bay), and you can use it as many times as you want during those anchors.
What happens if the weather is bad or the sea is rough?
The itinerary can change without notice depending on wind, waves and sea conditions, as well as landing permissions from the Marine Capitania and ICMBio. The boat and guide will follow the route that is safe and permitted on the day.
Is food and drink included, or do I need to bring my own?
Water in gallons and a round of fruit at the end of the tour are included. Drinks and snacks are sold onboard, including caipirinha (buy one, get one free). You cannot bring a cooler or thermal bag on board except for medical food restrictions.
What is the Meteorite Impact stop like?
The Meteorite Impact is a photo and viewing stop where the guide explains the site as you pass. You stay on the boat and do not land. It's a passage for appreciation and photos.
Arraial do Cabo boat tour: Snorkeling, toboggan, two decks
4h 30m · PT
from US$ 13.10 per person
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