Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande in one day from Rio
From €65 per personKeep the whole day free: alongside the boat trip, the outbound transfer takes about 2.5 hours and the return journey duration is not stated.Final booking with external provider
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Costa Verde from Rio de Janeiro

Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande in one day from Rio

★★★★★ 14 hrs · 4.6/5 Displayed rating
From €65 per person Published reviews

Combine transport from Rio, a Costa Verde boat route, swimming opportunities and a buffet lunch in one booking. It is a long group day with indicative timings and stops that may change.

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⚡ Bilingual guide with English, Portuguese and Spanish available · The displayed price, availability and conditions may change. The compulsory R$35 marina fee per person and other extras are not included. Confirm the final total on GetYourGuide.

Check the available start time, pickup point, planned stops, final price and supplements on GetYourGuide. Boarding details are sent by WhatsApp the day before.

✔ Round-trip ground transport from Rio de Janeiro
✔ Boat ride with possible stops at island locations
✔ Buffet lunch with fish, chicken, side dishes and salads
✔ Bilingual guide with English, Portuguese and Spanish available

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • A first look at Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande from Rio
  • Travellers who value simpler logistics
  • People who enjoy cruising, scenery and swimming
  • Those comfortable with changes to the order or stops

How long does it take?

Keep the whole day free: alongside the boat trip, the outbound transfer takes about 2.5 hours and the return journey duration is not stated.

What's included?

  • Round-trip ground transport
  • Boat ride
  • Bilingual guide
  • Buffet lunch with fish, chicken, side dishes and salads
  • Pickup, with areas and limits not specified

Is it worth it?

It may be worthwhile if you value having transport, the boat, a guide and lunch arranged together and accept a long day. It is less convincing for travellers who need precise timings or lengthy beach stays.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Bring comfortable clothing, identification, water and snacks for the bus. If you want to snorkel, confirm the available equipment and cost on GetYourGuide because a full snorkelling set is not included.

One combined bookingTransport, the boat ride, guide support and lunch are arranged as a single excursion.
Several swimming opportunitiesThe source schedules swimming at Lagoa Azul and mentions further chances to enjoy the water during the route.
Lunch includedThe Japariz buffet includes fish, chicken, side dishes and salads; drinks, desserts and dietary alternatives are not confirmed.
Departure from RioPickup or a meeting at Socialtel Lapa is included, although the exact pickup areas are not specified.

📖 How the excursion unfolds

The day starts with pickup in Rio or a meeting at Socialtel Lapa if no pickup address is supplied. Boarding details arrive by WhatsApp the previous day, and the time chosen during booking is only indicative.

The itinerary places an approximately 2.5-hour bus or coach transfer before boarding. The boat route follows, with stops and activities subject to change, before lunch in Japariz and the return journey.

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Pickup or meeting at Rua Visconde de Maranguape, 9

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Approximately 2.5 hours of ground travel before boarding

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Finish at R. Visc. de Maranguape, 9, with no exact return time published

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The benefit is having transport and cruising arranged together; the trade-off is a long day with a flexible schedule.

Sailing depends on maritime authorisation and the day’s operating conditions. Flexible route

Islands, lagoons and planned stops

The information mentions Lagoa Azul, Lagoa Verde, Cataguases, Freguesia de Santana and Japariz Beach. A guided visit at Velinn Angra Sunset is also listed.

The description and summary itinerary do not show the same stops throughout. The final order and selection may change, so treat the list as provisional and confirm the available details on GetYourGuide.

Lagoa Azul Lagoa Verde Cataguases Japariz

What reviewers report

The benefit is having transport and cruising arranged together; the trade-off is a long day with a flexible schedule.

A summary of 300 verified reviews highlights the scenery, friendly crew and swimming stops, while also noting delays, inefficient pickups and unclear timings.

14 hrsListed duration
2.5 hrsApproximate outbound transfer
4.6/5Displayed rating
2,131Published reviews

🗣️ What reviewers report

Scenery and swimming

Travellers particularly appreciate the island views and opportunities to get into the water.

Crew and atmosphere

The friendly crew, guides, organisation and atmosphere receive positive comments.

A demanding day

Some reviews mention delays, pickup problems and unclear scheduling; the total duration can also feel tiring.

What to know before booking

The excursion lasts 14 hours, and the time selected during booking is not a confirmed departure time. Exact departure, return and stop durations are not published.

The activity normally runs even in bad weather. It is cancelled only in exceptional circumstances when the Brazilian Navy does not authorise sailing.

Actual swimming time and the length of each stop are not specified. Swimming

Price and conditions

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From €65 per person

The page displayed a price from €65 per person, previously €72, with a structured value of 65.06. The current price depends on date and availability. A compulsory marina fee of R$35 per person applies.

Duration14 hours
LanguagesEnglish, Portuguese and Spanish
CancellationFree up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
PaymentReserve now and pay later option
Alternative meeting pointSocialtel Lapa, Rua Visconde de Maranguape, 9
AccessibilityNot suitable for wheelchair users
Check the final price on GetYourGuide

The displayed price, availability and conditions may change. The compulsory R$35 marina fee per person and other extras are not included. Confirm the final total on GetYourGuide.

Lunch is served in Japariz between 2:30 PM and 3:30 PM after the boat route. Lunch

How to book this experience

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Who this experience suits

It is a practical choice for travellers who want to see the Costa Verde from Rio without arranging transport, a boat, a guide and lunch separately.

It is less suitable for anyone needing exact timings, a short outing, wheelchair accessibility or guaranteed extended time at each beach.

Travellers comfortable with a 14-hour group excursion People interested in island scenery and swimming stops Those who prefer transport, a boat ride and lunch in one booking Travellers comfortable with flexible timings and routing
The advertised stops may differ from those visited, and their duration is not guaranteed. Planning

❓ Frequently asked questions

How long does the excursion last?
The listed duration is 14 hours. This includes an outbound transfer of approximately 2.5 hours, but exact departure and return times and the return journey duration are not published.
What is included?
The listing states round-trip ground transport, a boat ride, a bilingual guide, pickup and a buffet lunch with fish, chicken, side dishes and salads.
Which costs are not included?
The compulsory R$35 marina fee per person is excluded. Drinks and snacks on board, lunch drinks and desserts, professional photographs, full snorkelling equipment, jet skiing and recreational life-jacket use are also not included.
Are the stops guaranteed?
No. Several places are mentioned, but the description and itinerary do not fully match. The final order and stops may change.
Which restrictions should I know about?
The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users, and unaccompanied minors are not permitted. Weapons, sharp objects, luggage and large bags are prohibited. Nothing, including toilet paper, may be flushed down the boat’s toilet.

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Consider the complete plan

Costa Verde in one long, varied day

This excursion simplifies the logistics of combining road transport, a boat ride, swimming and lunch from Rio de Janeiro.

Before booking, confirm timings, pickup, stops, supplements and availability directly on GetYourGuide.

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