Búzios Boat and Trolley Tour with Lunch: 12 Beaches in One Day

Two ways to see Búzios in a single afternoon: by water and by land.

A full-day tour of Búzios combines a schooner ride along the north peninsula with stops at 12 beaches and 2 islands, three of them for swimming and snorkeling, followed by an open-air trolley tour of the town's highest points and landmarks. The boat portion lasts about two hours before returning to the city. Lunch at Rua das Pedras and hotel pickup are included. The tour runs in English, Spanish or Portuguese and suits all fitness levels, though you'll need to bring your own swimsuit.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. João Fernandes Beach30m
2. Rua das Pedras2h · entry included

Boat tour and trolley sightseeing

• Visit Azeda Beach and relax
• Stop at João Fernandes Beach
• Swim and snorkel at calm beach
• Enjoy lunch at Rua das Pedras
• Ride Buzios Trolley for sightseeing
• Stop at Forno Beach for snorkeling
• Visit Ponta da Lagoinha viewpoint

The experience

The day starts with a schooner ride that takes you past 12 beaches and around 2 islands off the north coast. The boat makes three stops (typically at Ilha Feia, João Fernandes Beach and Azeda Beach, though wind and weather can shift the order), and each stop lasts about 30 minutes so you can swim, snorkel or simply float in the calm water. João Fernandes has the warmest waters in the region and good infrastructure of bars and kiosks along the sand. Azeda is smaller and more charming, with colorful sea and a quieter feel. The crew is on board throughout, and water is free. Other drinks and food are available to buy. Bring your own swimsuit. Nothing is sold on the boat.

After the boat returns to the city, you'll have lunch at Rua das Pedras, the main street lined with shops, bars and restaurants. The meal is included. Drinks and dessert are on your own. Then comes the trolley portion: an open-air vehicle takes you to beaches and viewpoints at the highest points of Búzios, passing Armação Beach, the Brigitte Bardot Statue and the monument to the Three Fishermen. You'll also see Forno Beach, a small cove with reddish sand and clear water good for snorkeling, and Ponta da Lagoinha, a rock formation with natural pools at low tide that geologists call the "Brazilian Himalayan" for its geological significance.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for most accommodations in Búzios, and the tour is led by a professional guide who speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese. The full day runs about eight hours. The tour may not run on cruise ship days and is subject to cancellation in rough weather, with full refunds if that happens.

What’s included

• Schooner ride with experienced crew.
• lunch at Rua das Pedras.
• open-air trolley tour of beaches and landmarks.
• three swimming stops at different beaches.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.
• professional guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
• water on the boat.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 35

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 36 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Gray Line Brazil

Is this one for you?This is a shared tour with a set itinerary and fixed stops, so you move with the group and the schedule is set by wind and weather rather than your preference. It suits a first-time visitor who wants to cover the peninsula's main beaches and landmarks in one day without arranging separate transport or deciding where to go.

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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 (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): 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 are the three main beaches where we stop to swim on the schooner?

The boat typically stops at Ilha Feia, João Fernandes Beach and Azeda Beach, though the exact stops depend on wind and weather conditions. Each stop lasts around 30 minutes, and you can go into the water or stay on board.

Is lunch included, and what does it cover?

Lunch is included at Rua das Pedras, the main street in Búzios with shops and restaurants. The meal itself is covered. Drinks and dessert are separate and on your own.

Do I need to bring anything for swimming?

You must bring your own swimsuit. Nothing is sold on the schooner, though water is free and other drinks and snacks are available to purchase.

What does the trolley tour show after lunch?

The open-air trolley takes you to beaches and lookouts at the highest points of Búzios, including Armação Beach, the Brigitte Bardot Statue, the monument to the Three Fishermen, Forno Beach and Ponta da Lagoinha, a rock formation with natural pools and views of the peninsula.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, roundtrip transportation to and from most hotels and inns in Búzios is included. The tour is led by a professional guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The tour may not run on cruise ship days and is subject to cancellation in rough conditions. If cancelled, you receive a full refund.