Morning Sailing Tour in Rio de Janeiro - DDRio

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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5+ bookings last month.

3 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

5.0

· lklyachman ·

Jan 2026

Fun tour, great views, yummy snacks, awesome crew! Don’t question just go.. drinks, snacks along the way, took great pictures as well.

· Elina_K ·

Dec 2025

I felt very welcomed. The boat captain and the host Clarisse were very nice, explaining the sites and making delicious cocktails, as well as snacks and fruits. The refreshing swim was very welcomed. 100% recommend

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Overview

What's Included

Touristic Guide

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Av. Infante Dom Henrique, 0 - Glória, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20021-140, Brazil
That is the precise location of the Marina that we will departure: https://maps.google.com.br/maps?oe=UTF-8&hl=pt-br&client=safari&um=1&ie=UTF-8&fb=1&gl=br&entry=s&sa=X&ftid=0x9980397fd6dcf3:0x6b1b1918bfb2b43d&gmm=CgIgAQ%3D%3D The address of the MARINA DA GLORIA is: Av. Infante Dom Henrique, s/n, Gloria - Rio de Janeiro The leader of the crew will contact you straight in your WhatsApp at the day of the tour to welcome you as the best way at the pier. He will be there at the main pier “PIER PRINCIPAL” to welcome you and bring you to our boat that is located on the PIER A2

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.10:00 am

Itinerary

Rio de Janeiro Carnival

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Timothy_B

The crewmembers were very friendly and offered drinks and snacks throughout the cruise. The views of the city and mountains were stunning, and seeing Rio by water offered a completely different perspective. We enjoyed seeing the opposite shore in Niteroi up close, and we also cruised by architectural landmarks. It was easy to find the meeting point on the pier, and the cruise was a great value. It was nice to visit with friends on a small sailboat. I highly recommend this experience during a Rio visit.

Reviews

5.0

based on 208 reviews

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Perfect activity for a Monday morning!

Annie_V, Apr 2026

A perfect way to spend a Monday morning! The weather was great, and we were surprised to have the boat all to ourselves! Clarisse was wonderful - so sweet, and she took such good care of us. Capt. Apollo was fantastic, too - told us lots of cool facts about the area, and helped us to get comfortable for pictures.

Highly recommend this sailing!

Joe_N, Mar 2026

Crew was amazing, friendly, fun Crew wa overly attentive and provided snacks, drinks and commentary along the way. The boat was nice, clean and professionally piloted

Sail Rio!

jamy_k, Mar 2026

Once in a blue moon sail to see key Rio monuments, and some surprises. Top notch staff; cool drinks and local nibbles. An on board water shower hose to rinse after the swim would be a plus.

100% Recommend!!

Alyssa_D, Jan 2026

Our experience was wonderful! We had Clarisse and Capt. Apalla. We have a safe and adventurous tours. Clarisse made us yummy snacks and the best fruit juices we’ve ever had! We would def recommend and also do this again when visiting!

Beauty on the ocean

Arlene_W, Jan 2026

From our first communication we felt like we were long standing friends. our guide Clarisse was exceptional! Her big smile and caring personality shined through. This tour is a MUST as we saw Rio from the sea on our perfect day . We had specialty drinks , snacks, and amazing local fruit all served to perfection . We also had just so much fun as my friends and I were the only one sans we the boat so we felt like we has a private tour ..

Awesome experience, so fun!

lklyachman, Jan 2026

Fun tour, great views, yummy snacks, awesome crew! Don’t question just go.. drinks, snacks along the way, took great pictures as well.

incredible experience

young_j, Dec 2025

Morning sailing in Rio de Janeiro was absolutely worth it. Incredible views, smooth sailing, and a friendly, attentive crew. A perfect, relaxing way to see the city from a different perspective. Highly recommended.

Nice tour

Elina_K, Dec 2025

Wonderful, relaxing boat ride in Rio

Timothy_B, Dec 2025

Enjoyed a peaceful time on a boat near Rio

Eddy_W, Nov 2025

Great crew and nice trip! Clarisse and the captain were always there to give info where we passed by. We were treated very good. Drinks and food from the start.

The team, both hostess...

MariaBeatriz_F, Jul 2025

The team, both hostess and captain, are extremely nice and helpful. It was a pleasant calm trip around the bay.

Morning Sailing

Rhonda_W, Jul 2025

This was probably my favorite activity that I did while I was in Rio! Very relaxing, and I loved it! We were met like family the morning of the cruise, served wonderful drinks and snacks, and we even got to put the sail up for the wind. Best experience ever!

A nice morning at the bay

Cynthia_R, Jun 2025

Busy day at the Marina, but still a good one to sail. Well not exactly sail, but others did, we used the engines, but other vessels did and they look beautiful sailing next to us. Nice winter day at the bay!

Nice cruise.

Hugh_M, May 2025

Good trip and not too long. Looked after very well by crew. Plenty free drinks and snacks. Well worth it.

Exceptional Service!

MariaAlmonteFranco, Apr 2025

I was greeted with warm hospitality, Clarisse's attention to detail and personalized care truly stood out. She ensured that every moment was perfect. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a memorable day on the water. Thanks to Clarisse and Capitan Apolo!

Perfect!

Stephanie_S, Mar 2025

Absolutely wonderful sailing tour of the Rio Bay Area! This was really perfect and exactly what was described and what I wanted to experience. Conveniently leaves from the Gloria marina, very easy to get to from the metro station. Provided amazing views of the Rio cityscape and the lovely captain and staff were so helpful and friendly. It’s a cute family business on a real sailboat not a crowded huge boat. Lost if room to sit anywhere you like, enjoy sun or shade. Fantastic snacks and drinks on board. Swimming and very cool sailing by the abandoned fortress and jail. Loved it!

Highly Recommend!

Jillian_S, Mar 2025

We had a wonderful day on the water. Absolutely recommend this tour. Beautiful sights, excellent guides, and delicious snacks/drinks. Do not hesitate to book this tour! One of the best parts of our trip to Rio.

Boat tour

Matthew_C, Mar 2025

Clarisse was an amazing and warm host and went the extra mile to celebrate my wife’s birthday. Captain Apolo did a great job and the trip was really smooth sailing, and he even put up the flag of our country on the boat. The snacks and drinks were delicious too!

Great experience

Fanny_T, Mar 2025

The experience was peaceful and beautiful and I highly recommand it. Best way to discover Rio's bay!

Excellent Tour. Recommend

J_J, Mar 2025

Both Captain & Tour guide were very accommodating, kind and hospitable. Loved my day tour on the sailboat.

Chill Sailing Around

Roland_B, Mar 2025

Chill and calm. Host was extra nice and very accommodating. The drinks were good too! I would do it again.

Extremely friendly crew. ...

Dana_B, Mar 2025

Extremely friendly crew. Snacks, drinks and hospitality. Perfect location and a nice swim. Beautiful boat and people.

I also did the sunset...

Avinya_P, Feb 2025

I also did the sunset cruise yesterday! Clarissa is my angel 🙌 but all the crew are lovely and so welcoming it’s really a nice little ride and you get snacks drinks etc… I can’t recommend this enough I did it last year and twice this year!

Great Trip

William_S, Feb 2025

Fun, lively 3 hour trip around the bay with a 15 minute dip in the water. Wonderful hostess and skipper!!

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Amazing Boat Trip with Karina and Her Crew!

Miran_S, Jan 2025

I had the most incredible experience on the boat trip today with Karina and her amazing crew! From the moment we boarded, we were treated like VIPs. The boat was spacious, clean, and had everything we needed for a perfect day on the water. Karina and the crew were so welcoming and made sure every detail was taken care of. They were professional, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure we had an unforgettable time. Whether it was sharing interesting facts about the area, offering drinks, or simply making sure we were comfortable, they really made us feel special. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking, and we had plenty of opportunities to stop, swim, and enjoy the clear blue waters. The crew was attentive, always ensuring safety while still creating a relaxed and fun atmosphere. If you're looking for a top-notch boat experience, I highly recommend Karina and her crew. They truly made this trip one to remember, and I can't wait to book again next time I'm in town. Thank you for an amazing day on the water! 🌊⛵️✨

BEST TOUR EVER

Crane_J, Dec 2024

This boat is very fun. We got drinks,snacks,and best of all amazing service. I got to drive the boat and even see the engine!! Also we went swimming!?! Also I got permission to drive the boat back! The boat ride was 3 hours. Also we took a lot of photos/pictures. The amazing view was beautiful and when we were back the captain was very happy and nice . It was the best tour ever!

Amazing!

Arisly_R, Dec 2024

I have to say this was an amazing time! Clarisse and the captain were great hosts! Super attentive and informative. We were lucky to have the sailboat just to our group and it did not fail. Clarisse is so kind and sincere she took care of everything each step of the way. The drinks were flowing and the fruit was so fresh. Thank you so much!!!

DD Rio Sailing Tour

Nonto_G, Nov 2024

Lovely and relaxed. You get to see a lot of the tourist attractions from the water. They also provide snacks and drinks and great conversation:)

Best way to start morning in Rio.

Nolan_F, Nov 2024

Amazing tour from the water. Friendly people and tour guides. The snacks and drinks were excellent. Enjoy the fresh fruit. Great way to start the day.

The service on the...

Enrique_A, Sept 2024

The service on the sailing tour was amazing. Very polite and attentive, checked on us often and gave us details of the history in Rio. We booked this at night for the following morning and were fortunate to get the boat to ourselves and for the crew to get us in the morning before our flight that night.