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Spend a sun-soaked day cruising from Angra dos Reis to Ilha Grande aboard a private motorboat with barbecue, drinks and snorkeling stops. Explore blue lagoons, small fishing villages and coral-filled coves with a professional bilingual crew.
Spend a sun-soaked day cruising from Angra dos Reis to Ilha Grande aboard a private motorboat with barbecue, drinks and snorkeling stops. Explore blue lagoons, small fishing villages and coral-filled coves with a professional bilingual crew.
The boat slips away from Angra's harbor and the city shrinks into a line of roofs while the ocean opens up, daring you to slow down and breathe. Sunlight flicks on the bow, music hums from the deck, and the crew trims lines so you can move between shaded seating and warm railings as islands roll by.
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Operated by Gregtur Turismo · Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro
The boat slips away from Angra's harbor and the city shrinks into a line of roofs while the ocean opens up, daring you to slow down and breathe. Sunlight flicks on the bow, music hums from the deck, and the crew trims lines so you can move between shaded seating and warm railings as islands roll by.
This stretch of the Costa Verde bears scars and stories: pirate skirmishes and colonial shipping lanes left shipwrecks that now host coral gardens, while the islands themselves rise from ancient granite outcrops covered in dense Atlantic Forest. Ilha Grande in particular evolved from a contested maritime outpost into a fishing community and, later, a place of exile and prison—history that colors local culture and the cautious stewardship of its bays.
Expect crystalline inlets—Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde—where snorkeling reveals schools of bright fish and, if lucky, resident sea turtles. Small fishing villages like Japariz serve charcoal barbecue and fresh curds, and Funil’s calm strand is a quiet counterpoint to the busier Abraão harbor.
Practical note: this private trip is 8 hours aboard a motorboat with lunch, drinks, snorkel gear and a bilingual guide included. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a mask if you prefer your own, quick-dry swimwear, and a light wind layer for the return. Hydrate before boarding and stow valuables in a dry bag; the crew provides cold water and ice.
Respect local rules: avoid touching corals or feeding wildlife, follow crew instructions for snorkeling, and time your transfers—hotel pickup and drop-off within Angra are included but punctuality matters. The day moves at sea’s tempo: lively, sunlit, and undeniably marine.
Yes — the tour supplies masks, snorkels and basic fins, but bringing your own mask can improve comfort and fit.
The tour includes a barbecue lunch, cold cuts, snacks, soft drinks, beers and selected spirits as listed in the inclusions.
Yes — private boats for groups of 6, 10 or 15 are available and the itinerary can be tailored within the tour’s time frame.
The operator may cancel for safety concerns; the cancellation policy states no refunds if cancelled by the guest, and the operator will advise if the trip is postponed due to weather.
Gregtur Turismo operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The boat slips away from Angra's harbor and the city shrinks into a line of roofs while the ocean opens up, daring you to slow down and breathe. Sunlight flicks on the bow, music hums from the deck, and the crew trims lines so you can move between shaded seating and warm railings as islands roll by.
The boat slips away from Angra's harbor and the city shrinks into a line of roofs while the ocean opens up, daring you to slow down and breathe. Sunlight flicks on the bow, music hums from the deck, and the crew trims lines so you can move between shaded seating and warm railings as islands roll by.
This stretch of the Costa Verde bears scars and stories: pirate skirmishes and colonial shipping lanes left shipwrecks that now host coral gardens, while the islands themselves rise from ancient granite outcrops covered in dense Atlantic Forest. Ilha Grande in particular evolved from a contested maritime outpost into a fishing community and, later, a place of exile and prison—history that colors local culture and the cautious stewardship of its bays.
Expect crystalline inlets—Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde—where snorkeling reveals schools of bright fish and, if lucky, resident sea turtles. Small fishing villages like Japariz serve charcoal barbecue and fresh curds, and Funil’s calm strand is a quiet counterpoint to the busier Abraão harbor.
Practical note: this private trip is 8 hours aboard a motorboat with lunch, drinks, snorkel gear and a bilingual guide included. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a mask if you prefer your own, quick-dry swimwear, and a light wind layer for the return. Hydrate before boarding and stow valuables in a dry bag; the crew provides cold water and ice.
Respect local rules: avoid touching corals or feeding wildlife, follow crew instructions for snorkeling, and time your transfers—hotel pickup and drop-off within Angra are included but punctuality matters. The day moves at sea’s tempo: lively, sunlit, and undeniably marine.