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A whale breaching with a cityscape and a mountain in the background. 1
A whale breaching the ocean surface with a mountain in the background. 2
A whale breaching with a bird flying overhead and mountains in the background. 3
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A white motorboat named 'Lubo Du Mar' with a Mercury outboard, carrying five people, including a driver, on a calm river surrounded by greenery. 5

Rio: Tijuca Islands Snorkelling or Whale Watching Boat Tour

By Rio Natural Ecotourism
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €166 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

Overview

  • Whale watching (June–August): see majestic humpbacks in the wild
  • 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!
  • Experience Rio's best snorkelling: crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life!

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: Tropical Snorkelling Adventure at Tijuca Islands

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

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

Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€166.36 x 1 Adult€166.36
Total
Price is €166.36

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Boat Trip
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Snorkelling - Please note that snorkelling is included only in the snorkelling tour. The whale-watching tour does not include snorkelling.
  • 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 EU regulations about consumer rights, 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

We offer two different boat tour experiences in Rio de Janeiro, each designed for a unique adventure:

SNORKELING BOAT TOUR (AVAILABLE YEAR-ROUND)
Skip the crowds and enjoy an exciting small-group speedboat tour focused on snorkelling and swimming! Departing from Barra da Tijuca, we head to the beautiful Tijuca Islands, just a few kilometres offshore. Along the way, you’ll discover Rio’s rich underwater world, where you may spot sea turtles, colourful fish, rays, and a variety of seabirds.

We make several stops in crystal-clear waters for swimming and snorkelling, and when conditions allow, you may even step onto the islands. From the sea, you’ll also enjoy breathtaking views of Pedra da Gávea, Dois Irmãos, and the lush peaks of Tijuca Forest.

WHALE WATCHING TOUR (SEASONAL: JUNE TO AUGUST)
During humpback whale migration season, we offer a completely different experience: a dedicated whale watching tour. This tour is focused exclusively on observing humpback whales and other marine wildlife in their natural habitat as they pass along Rio’s coastline.

This is a seasonal wildlife experience and does not include snorkelling or swimming, making it ideal for those who want to focus on spotting these incredible animals up close in the wild.

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