Natural Pools of Picãozinho tour from João Pessoa: Pirate ship

Snorkel the natural pools and ride water slides on a pirate ship

A 3-hour tour from João Pessoa's Tambaú Beach aboard a pirate-themed vessel to the natural pools of Picãozinho, 1.5 km offshore. You snorkel in warm, clear water where fish and corals are visible, and access two water slides, a springboard and a photo viewpoint on the ship. A guide in English or Spanish leads the outing.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Natural Pools of Picãozinho

• Depart from Tambaú Beach
• Ride pirate vessel to natural pools
• Explore natural pools and marine life
• Enjoy pirate ship activities and photos

The experience

The boat leaves Tambaú Beach between Hotel Imperial and Hotel Tambaú, in front of Bob's Cafeteria, and carries you 1.5 km out to the natural pools of Picãozinho. The water stays warm and clear enough to see several species of fish, corals and algae without gear: snorkeling happens in the pools themselves. The ship is built around the pirate theme: two water slides let you drop back into the water, a springboard gives you another entry point, and a gazebo on deck works for photos between swims.

The tour runs about 3 hours total. A live guide speaks English or Spanish throughout. The vessel is wheelchair accessible, and all deck areas and surfaces accommodate wheelchairs. Infants can ride in a stroller or sit on an adult's lap. If you want underwater photos taken, you can add that at checkout.

What’s included

• Access to the natural pools of Picãozinho.
• two water slides and one springboard on the vessel.
• a photo viewpoint gazebo.
• a live guide in English or Spanish.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (11 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (10 years) · Child (6 to 9 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupUp to 40

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Audio guidePortuguese

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 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Picãozinho Embarcação Pirata

Is this one for you?The boat ride out and back takes about an hour of the 3 hours total, so most of your time is in or around the water. If you want a full afternoon in the pools with slides and photos rather than a quick dip, this pace suits that plan.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 years); Child (6 to 9 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 can I see in the water at the natural pools of Picãozinho?

The natural pools hold several species of fish, corals and algae visible in the warm, clear water. You snorkel directly in the pools to see them.

Where does the boat pick me up in João Pessoa?

The pirate ship departs from Tambaú Beach, between Hotel Imperial and Hotel Tambaú, in front of Bob's Cafeteria. Public transportation options are available nearby.

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts about 3 hours total, including the ride out to the pools, time in the water and the return to shore.

What water activities are included on the ship?

Access to two water slides and one springboard are included, along with a gazebo viewpoint for photos. You snorkel in the natural pools themselves.