Kayak Paraty Bay: Mangroves, beach and snorkeling

Paddle past islands and through mangroves in a single morning

Kayak Paraty Bay in double ocean kayaks for 4 hours with a bilingual guide, starting at Pontal beach with paddling instruction, then exploring mangroves, a white sand beach and a desert island with time for swimming and snorkeling. No previous kayaking experience is necessary. Minimum age is 15.

The experience

The guide meets you at Pontal beach and walks through paddling and safety basics before you set out on the flat waters of the bay in a double kayak. An experienced English-speaking guide leads the group. The kayak, full safety equipment and a rescue-trained guide are all included. You paddle between islands at a pace that suits the group, stopping at a white sand beach where you can swim, snorkel and rest before the return journey.

On the way back to Pontal beach, the route runs through mangrove channels full of bright red crabs: provided the tide is high enough. The whole outing lasts 4 hours and is designed for people who want to explore the bay without needing any prior kayaking skill. The tour suits all fitness levels and insurance is included in the price.

What’s included

• Double ocean kayak and paddle.
• life vest and full safety equipment.
• insurance.
• bilingual guide trained in rescue and first aid.
• paddling and safety instruction.
• swimming and snorkeling time at the white sand beach.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (15 to 90 years) · Under 15: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10 · max 5 per booking

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.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Paraty Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to paddle on your own rather than watch from a boat, and you're comfortable with a small group guided by one instructor. The 4-hour paddle suits people who want an active morning exploring the bay without needing prior kayaking skill.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

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.

Do I need kayaking experience to paddle Paraty Bay?

No previous kayaking experience is necessary. The guide gives paddling and safety instruction for the double kayaks before you set out, and the flat waters of the bay are suitable for beginners.

What happens at the white sand beach during the snorkeling stop?

You paddle to a white sand beach where you can swim, snorkel and rest before returning to Pontal beach. The stop gives you time to explore the water and relax in the middle of the tour.

Will we paddle through the mangroves on the way back?

Yes, the return route goes through mangrove channels full of bright red crabs, though this depends on the tide being high enough. If conditions don't allow it, the guide will take an alternative route.

What's included in the kayak tour price?

The kayak, double paddle, life vest, full safety equipment, insurance and bilingual guide are all included. The guide is trained in rescue and first aid.

How long is the entire kayak tour?

The tour lasts 4 hours from start to finish, including paddling time, the beach stop and the return through the bay.