Boat tour Búzios: Swim at João Fernandes Beach

Three hours on a schooner with stops to jump in the water

A three-hour boat tour in Búzios departs from the downtown pier and visits a string of beaches and islands by water, stopping to swim at João Fernandes Beach and Praia da Azeda, then passing other spots by sightseeing. The boat carries a full bar, bathrooms and covered seating; a live guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese; children under three travel free when accompanied by an adult.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour with sightseeing and swimming

• Board schooner at Píer do Centro
• Sail and sightsee Praia dos Ossos
• Sail and sightsee Praia da Azeda
• Sail and sightsee Praia de João Fernandes
• Stop to swim and relax at various beaches
• Return to Píer do Centro

The experience

You board at Píer do Centro, the main downtown pier, where the captain and crew welcome you aboard a schooner fitted with stereo sound, a central bar, bathrooms and covered areas with tables and benches. The boat sets out along the coast, and the stops come early: Praia dos Ossos, the old fishermen's village that draws photographers, then Praia da Azeda, another picture-perfect spot where you can swim. João Fernandes Beach is next, known for water so clear you can see straight down.

Between the swimming stops, you pass other beaches and islands by water (Ilha do Caboclo, Ilha Branca, Praia das Moças, Praia da Rasa and others) taking them in from the boat. The guide points out what matters as you go. After three hours, you head back to the downtown pier where you started. Bring swimwear, sunglasses and sunscreen. Snorkeling gear can be rented on location if you want it. A city tax of R$ 4 per person is paid in cash on the day of the tour.

What’s included

• Boat trip on a schooner with a live guide.
• swimming stops at João Fernandes Beach and Praia da Azeda.
• sightseeing past beaches and islands including Praia dos Ossos, Ilha do Caboclo and Ilha Branca.
• use of bathrooms and covered seating on board.
• access to the central bar for food and drinks available for purchase.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 11:30

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (10 and older) · Child (4 to 9 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 120

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Rio Carioca Tour Ltda

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese, so you can follow the commentary in whichever language works for you. If your group mixes languages, confirm which one when you book.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 9 years); Infant (under 4): 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.

Can I swim at every beach the boat visits?

No. The boat stops to swim at João Fernandes Beach and Praia da Azeda. Other beaches and islands are viewed from the water as you pass.

What's Praia dos Ossos like?

Praia dos Ossos is an old fishermen's village and a famous spot in Búzios, passed during the sightseeing portion of the tour.

Does the boat have a bar and bathrooms?

Yes. The schooner has a central bar, bathrooms, covered seating areas with tables and benches, and stereo sound.

Do I need to arrange my own way to the pier?

Yes. The tour departs from Píer do Centro in downtown Búzios. Public transportation options are available nearby, and you can contact the operator to confirm the meeting point and timing.