Cagarras Islands (Ilhas Cagarras) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Cagarras Islands (Islas Cagarras). Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Rio de Janeiro: Shared Speedboat Tour with Beer Included!

• Wonderful Tour to the Cagarras Islands with an Underwater Flight! 

• Half-Day Swim & Fun Boat Tour in Rio 

• Sail in Rio - Private Sailing Tour

The Cagarras Islands (Islas Cagarras) are only accessible by boat, so the only way to reach them is on a guided tour. Group speedboat tours that include multiple swim stops start from US$60, while private speedboat tours that allow you to customize your itinerary cost from US$100 per person or US$550 per group.

Yes, you can swim, snorkel, and dive around the Cagarras Islands; this protected marine reserve is the ultimate place to explore the water. When there is good underwater visibility, you can spot schools of tropical fish and colorful coral reefs. Underwater caves provide rich ground for scuba divers to explore.

It is technically possible to visit the Cagarras Islands on your own, though you can only reach the islands by water, so you would have to charter a private boat or sail yourself, though the water conditions can be challenging. Tours are a much more convenient option as they save you hours of planning.

The Cagarras Islands are a haven for marine life and wildlife. Species that you’ll likely spot include green and hawksbill turtles, barracudas, angelfish, parrotfish, grouper, stingrays, eagle rays, and the occasional reef shark. From July through November, you may also spot humpback whales.

You cannot go hiking, nor explore the Cagarras Islands on foot, in order to protect the biodiversity of the unique and protected ecosystem. Plus, the islands are rugged and rocky with dense vegetation and cliffs, making them difficult to explore for anyone except environmental professionals.