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"Guanabara Bay from the only side that matters."

Private boat days from the Marina. Hang gliding off Pedra Bonita. The Cagarras Islands snorkel trip. Surf in Arraial.

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Water Experiences

Surf Lesson on Copa or Ipanema

Lesson with a local surf instructor on one of Rio's main beaches. Board, rashguard, beach setup handled. Beginners welcome.

On the groundBeginner or intermediate, the instructor calibrates. Bring nothing, board and rashguard handled.

Best timeMornings before crowds, year-round.

Pairs withRasta Beach, SUP at Urca.

1-2 hrsUp to 4$60/person

Stand-Up Paddleboard

SUP rental and basic instruction on calm water at Urca or the Lagoa. Easy and beautiful, great for groups.

On the groundCalm water at Urca or Lagoa. Easiest water sport on the menu.

Best timeLate afternoon at Urca for sunset, anytime at Lagoa.

Pairs withKayak on Lagoa, Botanical Gardens.

1-2 hrsUp to 4$60/person

Kayak on Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas

Kayak rental on the lagoon in Zona Sul with Christ the Redeemer in the background. Quiet water, easy paddle.

On the groundQuiet paddle with Christ the Redeemer in the background. Underrated.

Best timeLate afternoon, year-round.

Pairs withSUP, Botanical Gardens, Parque Lage.

1-2 hrsUp to 4$40/person

Jet Ski Experience

30 to 60 minutes on a jet ski off Copacabana or Barra. Solo or tandem available. Safety briefing included.

On the ground30 minutes on the water off Copa. Most fun-per-minute of any water sport.

Best timeMorning, year-round.

Pairs withRasta Beach, Private Boat with BBQ.

30-60 minUp to 4$125/person

Snorkeling at Cagarras Islands

Boat trip to the Cagarras Islands off Ipanema. Clear water, fish, easy snorkeling. Gear included.

On the groundBoat trip off Ipanema, clear water, easy snorkeling. Half day, big payoff.

Best timeMorning, dry season (Apr-Oct) for best visibility.

Pairs withRasta Beach, Private Boat with BBQ.

Half dayUp to 4$125/person

Scuba Diving Day Trip · Arraial do Cabo

Full-day trip to Arraial do Cabo, the best diving in southeast Brazil. Two dives, certified instructor, gear, and lunch on the boat.

On the groundBest diving in southeast Brazil. Two dives, gear handled, lunch on the boat.

Best timeMorning departure, dry season (Apr-Oct) for visibility.

Pairs withNYE or Carnival recovery day.

Full dayUp to 4$225/person

Want any of these on your trip?

Free 30-min concierge call with one of our Experience Concierges. No purchase required. We figure out which fit your group, your dates, and your energy.

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