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Day tour to Buzios

Recommended by 93% of travelers
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  • 14 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • vehicle with air conditioning
    • Professional Guide
    • Lunch
    • Boat ride
    • Desserts and Drinks
    • Gardeners Tax
      R$15.00 per person
    • Taxes of the Brazilian Navy
      R$10.50 per person
    • Private transportation
      There is no search service for Recreio and Barra.

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

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    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Start time
    .7:00 am

    Itinerary

    1

    Praia da Tartaruga

    50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Azeda Beach

    50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Praia Joao Fernandes

    50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Praia dos Ossos (Pass By)

    Virgens Beach (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Every nautical tour is subject to the authority of the Captaincy of Ports (Navy), which may prohibit the departure of vessels without prior notice, when weather conditions, mainly winds, compromise the navigability and safety of passengers and crew. For this reason, it may rarely happen that the boat trip is replaced by an alternative route and the client remains on the beach or on a panoramic tour of Jardineira. The tour guide establishes a meeting point and a time for lunch and return.
    • ALTERNATIVE ITINERARY In case of adverse weather conditions, an alternative route will be carried out, guaranteeing the success of the tour. There is no cancellation due to weather conditions. Itinerary for the tour without a boat: We use transport taxis, we do not refund values as the value goes to taxis. Go up to Praia dos Ossos and Azeda, then Geriba and João Fernandes. Lunch in a buffet restaurant.
    • We operate the tour, rain or shine. The day of the tour is chosen by the customer, therefore no refunds will be generated for bad weather. We will operate the tour rain or shine.
    • The tour is not private, but shared, and the guide will speak in English, Spanish and Portuguese
    • We are not responsible for items lost on our buses or vans.
    • Pick-ups in Barra da Tijuca and Recreio are not included.
    • In our company we operate with a diverse fleet of vessels. Our selection process is adapted daily to meet specific demands, offering boats with capacity for 50, 60, 80 and 90 passengers. To begin each trip, obtaining approval from the Military Navy is a prerequisite. This ensures that we work exclusively with boats that meet high standards, providing a quality experience and maximum safety for our customers.
    • During the peak tourist season in Rio de Janeiro, traffic is common due to its popularity. We started collecting in Leblon, went through several neighborhoods, ending with the last one in Lapa. Despite possible traffic challenges, our commitment to a smooth and enjoyable experience remains unwavering as we head to our final destination.
    • During the boat ride, life vests are provided for free. In addition, there is a second model of vest used for recreational tours available on the boat. The rental of this second model costs R$ 30.
    • Please note that there is an environmental fee of R$ 10,50 per person, paid only during the tour. This fee contributes to supporting local fishermen and sustaining the city.
    • The time indicated at the time of booking is only indicative. One day before your tour, we will contact you via WhatsApp to send you the withdrawal information.
    • The lunch will be a true immersion in Brazilian cuisine: a buffet at your disposal with fish, meats, escorts and salads typical of the region. Drinks and desserts are not included.
    • After the last boarding at Hotel Socialtel Lapa – Rua Visconde de Maranguape, 9, we will have a transfer of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes to Búzios.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 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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    Reviews

    4.8
    based on 28 reviews
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    Beautiful destination.

    David_C, Nov 2023
    Buzios is a beautiful destination and I enjoyed the scenery and some of the folks we travelled with. The bus ride was long, but beyond control of the operator. Our tour guide was fine, spoke three languages and kept the announcements to a minimum which I appreciated. Lunch was mediocre, I would have preferred to pay a little less and eat at one of the many, many great restaurants in Buzios.

    Response from Host, Nov 2023

    Hello how are you ? We appreciate your comment. We are happy for your satisfaction, We hope you come back soon to repeat this beautiful experience. Hugs!

    Óptima experiência

    Janice_Q, Dec 2023
    Óptimo passeio de barco e ambiente animado. As praias são lindas. Almoço bem agradável num restaurante local. Tudo muito organizado. Deu tempo de aproveitar para passear na rua das Pedras. O nosso guia Marcelo é nota 10!!! Super atencioso. Recomendo bastante.

    Response from Host, Dec 2023

    Hello how are you ? We appreciate your comment. We are happy for your satisfaction, We hope you come back soon to repeat this beautiful experience. Hugs!

    Très agréable ♡

    Claudia_M, May 2023
    Maria était une guide merveilleuse et attentionnée. Elle parle très bien anglais. A ville de Buzios est très belle et les plages aussi. Un peu déçu qu'on ne puisse pas mettre les pieds sur le sable. Les brochettes (payantes) sont très bonnes et pas chères sur le bateau. Je recommande !

    Response from Host, May 2023

    Hello how are you ? We appreciate your comment. We are happy for your satisfaction, We hope you come back soon to repeat this beautiful experience. Hugs!
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