Top Paraty Bus Tours

This complete tour to the paradisiacal beaches of Trindade explores several beaches and a natural saltwater pool a few kilometers from historic Paraty. Taken in vans or minibuses with guides specialized in history, ecology and caiçara culture and takes you to the village of Trindade, about 40 minutes by car from Paraty. Visit Praia do Cepilho and Praia dos Ranchos, enjoy a swim at Praia do Meio and take a 30-minute walk along a preserved trail in the Atlantic Forest to the Caixa d'Aço natural pool You can also rent a boat at Praia do Meio to take you directly to and from the natural pool. This service is paid in local currency directly to the operator After visiting the natural pool, there is an optional stop for lunch at a typical seafood restaurant facing the sea. This tour offers a combination of natural beauty, cultural learning, and opportunities for relaxation and adventure.

Explore Serra da Bocaina National Park (Bocaino Mountains National Park) on this 6-hour adventure from Paraty. Climb into a Jeep to barrel down rugged roads in search of pristine waterfalls like Tarzan Falls and Toboga Falls. Stop by a cachaça distillery to taste Brazil's national liquor during your trip down the Caminho do Ouro (Gold Trail).

Why book our tour? We go early to ensure the maximum amount of wildlife and the least number of tourists! Those Safari Jeep tours do the opposite plus pollute the entire park with diesel fuel. That's a big NO! Our guides are educated in wildlife and nature. We can identify animals, plants, and tree species, allowing for a complete understanding of what you are experiencing! We have the best route/ itinerary curtailed to perfection. From waterfalls, caves, light to moderate hiking, and a plethora of knowledge! Our experience ensures you get the absolute best of the Tijuca Nation Park!

Join us on an unforgettable journey to explore the most breathtaking beaches of Paraty, located in the stunning Trindade region—part of the Serra da Bocaina National Park. This protected area is home to over fifty pristine beaches, many of which remain untouched and naturally preserved. Our Trindade Cove Tour takes you through this tropical paradise, visiting incredible spots such as Praia do Meio, Praia do Cachadaço, the crystal-clear Cachadaço Natural Pool, Praia do Cepilho, and Praia dos Ranchos. Along the way, enjoy guided hikes through the lush Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica), take in the unspoiled beauty around you, and dive into the turquoise waters to discover the vibrant marine life below the surface.

Take a historic hike through Paraty’s Gold Trail and discover its rich history on this private tour. Learn how African slaves paved this path to bring the precious metals of the region to Portuguese ships. Observe the local wildlife and stop at natural pools and waterfalls to unwind a bit. End the tour at a cachaça distillery and sample various types of the Brazilian rum.

Explore Trindade, a charming fishing village on this 6-hour tour from Paraty. Follow your local guide on a trek through the lush rainforest to a naturally-formed swimming pool called Caixa d’Aço (Steel Box). Swim, snorkel, relax and explore Bocaino Mountains National Park on foot, then enjoy a seafood lunch (own expense) at one of Trindade's local restaurants.

Trek through the rainforest to Praia do Sono (Sono Beach) on this full-day guided tour from Paraty. Set out from Laranjeiras Village through the leafy jungle filled with native plant and animal life, learning about the area's history and natural resources from your experienced hiking guide along the way. After about an hour, reach Praia do Sono to relax and swim during several hours' free time before hiking back to your starting point.

This is a project of human development and appreciation of ancestral indigenous culture. The provides visitors to recharge their energies and return to their life, motivated and inspired energies to follow their own life with more meaning and connection with their own essences, creativity and purpose. The Guarani indigenous have the opportunity to share their own culture and their own reality. In this way, non-indigenous people return to their own reality with a much broader view of what it means to be indigenous and with a more systemic view of the world. This project demonstrates that Paraty also offers an opportunity for unique anthropological experiences and contact with nature and the forest.

The Saco Bravo Waterfall near Paraty, Brazil is located within the Juatinga State Ecological Reserve. A top local natural attraction, this waterfall forms a dramatic pool facing the sea. The challenging hike to the waterfall covers about 5 miles (8 km) and takes about 3 hours each way including a steep and challenging section through a forest. Adventurous and active travelers on this full-day tour have ample opportunities for photos and hike with an accredited guide (required for this hike).