Rio de Janeiro Sunset Cruise or Sailing Tour
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
See two iconic Rio de Janeiro landmarks from the water—Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf—on a sailing tour. Sail in Guanabara Bay or the open sea while you relax with a welcome drink and snacks. Enjoy stunning views and discover the magic of sailing from the captain who illuminates Rio’s history. This 3-hour boat tour has a maximum capacity of 20, so there'll be plenty of room onboard.
- Experience the beauty of Rio from a different angle: aboard a sailing yacht
- View Rio’s city skyline, including Sugar Loaf and Corcovado, from the water
- A welcome drink, provided snacks, and the captain’s commentary let you relax
- Escape the crowds on land and enjoy a fresh perspective of the Marvellous City
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- SnacksCrackers, cheese, other finer food items
- Alcoholic BeveragesBeer and caipirinha
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- No exchanges or refunds are made within 24 hours of the start of the tour or later.
- Refund for missing the departure time, due to traffic, uber/taxi, closed roads, etc.
- Pets are not allowed on shared tours
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Marina da GlóriaAv. Infante Dom Henrique, S/N - Glória, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20021-140, Brazil
ARRIVAL: 30 mins before the hour MEETING: From drop-off, go downstairs left and look for our rep (SAIL IN RIO shirt) BOARDING: 15 mins before tour *If boarding already started, go to the floating piers access gate, and rush to PIER A2, spot 27/28 (end on the right) LATE: No exceptions
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Sugarloaf Mountain (Pass By)
Fortaleza de São João (Pass By)
Fortaleza de Santa Cruz da Barra (Pass By)
Museu de Arte Contemporanea de Niteroi (Pass By)
Praia de Icarai (Pass By)
Praia de Charitas (Pass By)
Jurujuba Beach (Pass By)
Red Beach (Pass By)
Copacabana Beach (Pass By)
Santos Dumont Airport (Pass By)
Ponte Rio–Niteroi (Pass By)
Museu do Amanha (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Don't be late! Plan your transfer ahead of time! We leave on time!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 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
Jacob_R
Great tour, lovely views and wonderful experience with a good amount of drinks and socialising
All the hosts were very attentive and available at all times
Had the opportunity to swim for a bit which was lovely, water looked freezing but was actually great
Definitely recommend
Reviews
4.9
based on 489 reviews
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Justin_W, Jul 2026
Honestly, one of the best values that you can find in Rio. We had a fabulous crew who were each knowledgeable about the conditions and surrounding areas. It was relaxing and informative at the same time.
Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you found our experience to be one of the best values in Rio.
It is fantastic to know that our crew hit that perfect balance of being both relaxing and informative. They take great pride in their knowledge of the local waters and surrounding areas, and they will be delighted to hear that their efforts made your trip so memorable.
Thank you for highly recommending us! We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back on board the next time you are in Rio.
Warm regards,
The Sail in Rio Team
Cana_C, Jun 2026
This was such a beautiful experience. We got to see famous landmarks while coasting the sea. The snacks and drinks were flowing! The captain was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions!
PitLeong_Y, Jun 2026
Wow! If you are on the fence about booking a sunset cruise in Rio, just do it—and book with Sail in Rio! This is an absolute must-do activity to experience the unmatched beauty of Rio's ocean and mountain landscape. Seeing the city from the perspective of the Atlantic bay gives you unparalleled, front-row views of Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer that you simply cannot get from land.
From the very first minute, the hospitality from the three crew members—Daniel, Chloe, and their wonderful colleague who kept us refreshed with fantastic drinks—was absolutely top-notch. As an international traveler, it was fantastic that their English was 100% clear and completely comprehensible, making communication completely effortless. The team was highly organized and professional, already waiting to greet us at 2:30 PM at the entrance for our 3:00 PM start.
Their attention to detail, genuine care, and warmth made the entire 3-hour sea journey feel incredibly special. They kept the excellent drinks flowing, the snacks were great, and they anticipated every need—even providing fresh towels for anyone who wanted to take a swim and warm blankets to keep everyone comfortable the moment the sun went down.
Watching the sea landscape change as the sun dropped behind the mountains was unforgettable, topped off by absolutely perfect weather on June 20! An incredible boat, an immaculate vibe, and an amazing crew. I cannot recommend the team highly enough!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Wow, thank you so much for this incredible and detailed review! We are absolutely thrilled that your sunset cruise with us was a highlight of your time in Rio.
It is wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the unique perspective of Sugarloaf and Christ the Redeemer from the water. Daniel, Chloe, and the rest of our team take great pride in delivering top-notch hospitality, so knowing that their effortless English communication, organization, and attention to detail—from the 2:30 PM greeting to the drinks, snacks, towels, and blankets—made you feel so well taken care of means the world to us.
We were truly blessed with perfect weather on June 20, and we are so glad you got to experience that unforgettable sunset vibe. Thank you for highly recommending Sail in Rio, and we hope to welcome you back on board on your next international journey!
Warm regards,
The Sail in Rio Team
Wardah_S, Jun 2026
It was such a great experience. Looking at RIO from the water. We sailed under the bridge. saw plenty of sites. Great experience
Yasmene_O, Jun 2026
The staff were very professional and friendly! My friends and I enjoyed every moment! Would highly recommend :)
bernard_w, Jun 2026
It was much more than expected. A very attentative crew onboard the yacht and great pictures. I highly recommend
Hai_T, Jun 2026
Great communication before the tour. Tour starts on time. Tour guide and captain are friendly and knowledgeable and attentive. Drinks and snacks are provided more than we expected. There were 11 passengers on the boat and we had a great time.
Isaac_J, May 2026
They definitely understand who they’re taking care of. Talking about the area, letting passengers relax, have food & beverages… top tier service!
Charlie_H, May 2026
The crew was so lovely! They went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed, even giving us personal connections for other things we’d like to do in the city. They were great at navigating through weather so that we still got our beautiful sunset. Also bonus is that the captain was a woman, a minority in the field and we love to see and support it!
al_p, May 2026
Wanted to grant my late sister wishes to have her ashes spread in Rio. Spoke with crew they were incredibly accommodating. Super nice staff. They took care of us with drinks and snacks and some history of different places we sailed past. The boat was nice. Definitely recommend this tour. They didn't rush to get back to shore either.
Olga_S, May 2026
Such a nice trip! Highly recommend it ! Drinks, snacks, lovely and friendly atmosphere! Amazing experience!
Lorraine_S, May 2026
Booked this on our first day n Rio just for something to do. It turned out to be great.
Lovely people, very helpful. Provided drinks, snacks, and a helping hand getting me on and off the boat. Well worth the chance
Jacob_R, Apr 2026
Great tour, lovely views and wonderful experience with a good amount of drinks and socialising
All the hosts were very attentive and available at all times
Had the opportunity to swim for a bit which was lovely, water looked freezing but was actually great
Definitely recommend
Max_D, Apr 2026
Amazing family sailing tour in Rio my teenage son and daughter loved it, with a friendly crew, fun swim stop, and stunning views.
Anna_M, Apr 2026
I didn’t think this experience could live up to the photos but it did! Absolutely a fabulous way to see the city from a beautiful new vantage point and relax at the same time. Our leaders were knowledgeable and fun to talk to. Highly recommend.
Isabella_M, Apr 2026
Amazing experience! The crew was friendly, explained about the places we were seeing. Great drinks and snacks. Highly recommend!!
Jacqueline_S, Mar 2026
Best sunset cruise with the most amazing, accommodating crew! They were the absolute best and have everything you need to enjoy the most beautiful views in Brasil!
Ellie_B, Mar 2026
The experience was organized and relaxing. Guides made sure we had drinks and snacks and took time to make sure we understood the history behind some of the structures we were seeing
Cathy_H, Mar 2026
Very nice, the crew was very accommodating. The scenery was beautiful. The beverages was refreshing !
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your review
Evelina_S, Mar 2026
A must do in Rio! Amazing service, great drinks and a wonderful swim. Went with our 4 and 8 year old and they absolutely loved it, didn’t want the boat to dock!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your review. We're glad your kids liked it!
Anne_F, Feb 2026
Wonderful relaxing time on the water with a wonderful crew that made the experience fun and carefree...we totally recommend this awesome experience in rio.
Edward_L, Feb 2026
This is a well run tour. The organizers were friendly and welcoming. We even got the chance to take a dip so bring a bathing suit under. Towels were provided to dry off. This trip was fun and memorable. Just take public transportation to get to the marina if you're going during a busy time of year. Traffic was horrendous.
Dominique_M, Jan 2026
Beautiful views, delicious snacks, even better drinks, loved the music and the entire vibe. Would definitely recommend!
Scott_B, Dec 2025
Friendly and attentive crew. Nice sail boat. Good drinks and snacks. Good weather made the time unforgettable.
Michael_R, Dec 2025
Perfect summer evening! Lovely attentive and friendly staff, who took such excellent care of us! From providing sunscreen (which we accidentally forgot) to the flowing drinks, to towels after the dip in the ocean, to blankets when it got a bit cool the last 20 min following sunset, everything was perfect! Thank you Sail Rio!
Sharyn_S, Dec 2025
Bring bathers. We somehow did not realise and in fact the instructions were to bring warm clothes. It was warm but we could not swim!
Julie_P, Oct 2025
We loved sailing the harbour of RDJ. Great crew & sailors. We also enjoyed the views sailing around RDJ 😊
Josh_C, Oct 2025
We loved the sailing! It was a smooth process with easy parking, great hosts and a nice selection of drinks. Our guide pointed out landmarks and explained the history behind the different locations and buildings. We left wanting to do it again and it was one of our favorite things we did on our trip!
Deirdre_C, Jul 2025
Had a wonderful time on this sunset cruise. Staff were wonderful, always mingling amongst the people explaining the sights that we were seeing around Guanabara Bay. Drinks were all included, pretty much had everything. I recommend the caipirinha, because it is a Brazilian cocktail. Snacks were also included, cherry tomatoes, cheese, crackers, olives, peanuts. There is a stop if people want to swim. Overall I highly recommend this tour.
Deirdre
July 26, 2025
Natalija_P, Jul 2025
Fun, knowledgeable captain and crew! VIP treatment and wonderful memories! Showcased the beauty of Rio on a beautiful sailboat with warm and welcoming sailing team!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you so much for your review
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