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Spend a full day from Rio exploring Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande by boat: crystal bays, snorkeling at the Blue Lagoon, island beaches and a buffet lunch. This guided trip pairs comfortable transport with multiple bathing stops for a relaxed, scenic day on the water.
Spend a full day from Rio exploring Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande by boat: crystal bays, snorkeling at the Blue Lagoon, island beaches and a buffet lunch. This guided trip pairs comfortable transport with multiple bathing stops for a relaxed, scenic day on the water.
You step onto the swaying deck as the city slips away, Rio’s skyline shrinking behind you and the open water daring you forward.
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Operated by Turistando RJ · Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro
You step onto the swaying deck as the city slips away, Rio’s skyline shrinking behind you and the open water daring you forward.
The boat cuts through a scatter of islands toward Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande, where granite knobs meet Atlantic forest and coves keep their own private light. The Blue Lagoon (Lagoa Azul) lives up to its name — clear shallows where reef fish thread between rocks and snorkelers hover like slow-moving birds. Japariz Beach and smaller bathing stops offer warm, sheltered water and beaches of coarse sand.
This coastline carries layered history: Indigenous sambaquis, colonial-era navigation routes, and Ilha Grande’s later role as a penal site before becoming protected parkland. Geology here is exposed Precambrian gneiss and granite, sculpted by sea and tropic rains into steep headlands and calm bays.
Culturally, the pace slows — fishermen repairing nets, small waterfront villages selling cold coconut water, and guides who read tides and wind like a local language.
Practicalities: the full-day excursion runs about 12–14 hours from Rio with hotel pickup by air-conditioned coach, a series of 30–40 minute bath stops, and a buffet lunch on an island (drinks and desserts extra). Expect light boat motion; bring reef-safe sunscreen, a towel, water shoes and a small dry bag. If you’re prone to seasickness, take medication beforehand and sit mid-boat where motion is gentlest. Cameras and snorkeling gear capture most of the day’s highlights — and leave space in your bag for sandy flip-flops and salt-slick hair.
No — the included buffet lunch does not include drinks or desserts; bring cash or card for additional purchases.
Yes — round-trip pickup from Rio hotels is provided; confirm your hotel and room number with the operator after booking.
Some tours provide basic snorkel gear but availability varies; bringing your own mask and snorkel ensures a proper fit.
Infants can join but must sit on an adult’s lap; check with the operator about any seat or safety restrictions.
Turistando RJ operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step onto the swaying deck as the city slips away, Rio’s skyline shrinking behind you and the open water daring you forward.
You step onto the swaying deck as the city slips away, Rio’s skyline shrinking behind you and the open water daring you forward.
The boat cuts through a scatter of islands toward Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande, where granite knobs meet Atlantic forest and coves keep their own private light. The Blue Lagoon (Lagoa Azul) lives up to its name — clear shallows where reef fish thread between rocks and snorkelers hover like slow-moving birds. Japariz Beach and smaller bathing stops offer warm, sheltered water and beaches of coarse sand.
This coastline carries layered history: Indigenous sambaquis, colonial-era navigation routes, and Ilha Grande’s later role as a penal site before becoming protected parkland. Geology here is exposed Precambrian gneiss and granite, sculpted by sea and tropic rains into steep headlands and calm bays.
Culturally, the pace slows — fishermen repairing nets, small waterfront villages selling cold coconut water, and guides who read tides and wind like a local language.
Practicalities: the full-day excursion runs about 12–14 hours from Rio with hotel pickup by air-conditioned coach, a series of 30–40 minute bath stops, and a buffet lunch on an island (drinks and desserts extra). Expect light boat motion; bring reef-safe sunscreen, a towel, water shoes and a small dry bag. If you’re prone to seasickness, take medication beforehand and sit mid-boat where motion is gentlest. Cameras and snorkeling gear capture most of the day’s highlights — and leave space in your bag for sandy flip-flops and salt-slick hair.