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Rio: Tijuca Islands Snorkelling & Whale Watching Boat Tour

By Rio Natural Ecotourism
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is £133 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

Overview

  • Experience Rio's best snorkelling: crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life!
  • Encounter marine life like sea turtles, stingrays, and a variety of bird species
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of iconic landmarks from the comfort of our speed boat
  • See Tijuca Forest and Christ the Redeemer from a unique sea perspective!
  • Whale watching (June–August): see majestic humpbacks in the wild

Activity location

    • Rio de Janeiro
    • Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Ilha da Coroa, 2 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22611-210, Brazil | Ilha da Coroa 2 - Barra da Tijuca PLEASE READ: On days when the sea is rough, we may need to change the starting point to Urca. You will be contacted via WhatsApp the day before. If you do not agree with the change, you will receive a full refund. It is also important to keep your whole morning and the beginning of the afternoon available, as the meeting time may be delayed depending on tide conditions. For more details, please send us a WhatsApp message the day before!
    • Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Rio: Tijuca Islands Snorkelling & Whale Watching Boat Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Small-group speedboat tour with snorkelling in Rio! Departing Barra da Tijuca to the Tijuca Islands, enjoy crystal-clear waters, marine life like turtles and fish, and stunning views of Pedra da Gávea and Dois Irmãos. Swim, snorkel, and explore.

Starting time: 08:00
Price details
£133.13 x 1 Adult£133.13
Total
Price is £133.13

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Boat Trip
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All Fees and Taxes for the snorkelling tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Plus, take advantage of special discounts when booking for groups of 3 or more!
  • What's includedWhat's included
    PLEASE READ THE EXCLUSIONS FOR THE WHALE WATCHING TOUR
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks are not included
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Admission fee - FOR THE WHALE WATCHING TOUR: There is an additional cost of R$150 BRL per person, to be paid in cash only if whales are spotted during the tour. If no whales are seen, you don’t pay this extra fee. BRL 150.00 per person

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: Children under 2 years
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Skip the crowds and enjoy an exciting small-group boat tour with snorkelling! Discover the underwater world of Rio de Janeiro, where you may spot sea turtles, colourful fish, rays, and a variety of seabirds.

Our speedboat departs from Barra da Tijuca and heads to the stunning Tijuca Islands, just a few kilometres offshore. There, we make a few stops for swimming and snorkelling in crystal-clear waters — and when conditions allow, you can even step onto the islands.

From the sea, take in breathtaking views of Pedra da Gávea, Dois Irmãos, and the lush peaks of Tijuca Forest.

We also offer a whale watching tour, available from June to August, when humpback whales migrate along Rio’s coast. This seasonal experience offers the chance to witness these majestic animals in the wild — truly unforgettable!

Location

Activity location

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    • Rio de Janeiro
    • Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Ilha da Coroa, 2 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22611-210, Brazil | Ilha da Coroa 2 - Barra da Tijuca PLEASE READ: On days when the sea is rough, we may need to change the starting point to Urca. You will be contacted via WhatsApp the day before. If you do not agree with the change, you will receive a full refund. It is also important to keep your whole morning and the beginning of the afternoon available, as the meeting time may be delayed depending on tide conditions. For more details, please send us a WhatsApp message the day before!
    • Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil