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Spend a full day island-hopping from Angra dos Reis to Ilha Grande — swim in the crystalline Blue Lagoon, relax on Praia de Araçá, and enjoy a beachfront buffet at Japariz. This shared boat tour includes transfers, a bilingual guide, and snorkeling stops.
Spend a full day island-hopping from Angra dos Reis to Ilha Grande — swim in the crystalline Blue Lagoon, relax on Praia de Araçá, and enjoy a beachfront buffet at Japariz. This shared boat tour includes transfers, a bilingual guide, and snorkeling stops.
The hum of the outboard, salt on your lips and a string of emerald islands gliding past — the day begins at Angra dos Reis pier and opens into a coastline that pushes you toward its hidden coves. Blue Lagoon (Lagoa Azul) appears first: a bowl of glassy water where fish thread between your ankles and the boat shoulders close to shaded rock walls. Praia de Araçá follows, a quiet arc of sand fringed by low forest and the slow soundtrack of waves. Later, Praia de Japariz serves an all-you-can-eat buffet under swaying palms, the steam of grilled fish blending with ocean air.
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Operated by FORTALEZA DREAM TOUR · Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro
The hum of the outboard, salt on your lips and a string of emerald islands gliding past — the day begins at Angra dos Reis pier and opens into a coastline that pushes you toward its hidden coves. Blue Lagoon (Lagoa Azul) appears first: a bowl of glassy water where fish thread between your ankles and the boat shoulders close to shaded rock walls. Praia de Araçá follows, a quiet arc of sand fringed by low forest and the slow soundtrack of waves. Later, Praia de Japariz serves an all-you-can-eat buffet under swaying palms, the steam of grilled fish blending with ocean air.
This stretch of the Costa Verde carries volcanic and metamorphic formations carved by sea and time, and Ilha Grande’s history weaves Tupi-Guarani roots with colonial-era fishing communities. Small settlements like Freguesia de Santana preserve local rhythms — boats, kiosks, and fishermen mending nets.
Practicalities anchor the day: expect a roughly 9-hour shared cruise with round-trip transfers from Rio de Janeiro (about 2.5 hours each way), a bilingual guide, snorkeling time, and an environmental fee collected on-site (approximately R$10.50). Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a towel, and cash for drinks and optional gear rental. The itinerary suits most fitness levels but requires basic swimming comfort for snorkeling.
Timing matters — start early to avoid peak traffic leaving Rio and to secure calmer waters at Lagoa Azul. Respect local wildlife, stick to marked areas when snorkeling, and pack everything you bring back out with you; island sanitation is limited. This is a full day of island rhythm: active when you want it, simple and restorative when you don’t.
The tour runs about 9 hours (approx. 540 minutes) and departs with pickups in Rio de Janeiro, typically from a designated meeting point in Lapa unless you provide a pickup address.
Yes — an all-you-can-eat buffet lunch is provided at Praia de Japariz; drinks and desserts are not included.
Yes — Lagoa Azul offers calm, clear water for swimming and snorkeling; basic snorkeling equipment may be available to rent on board or locally.
The boat carries flotation devices and life jackets for emergency use; recreational life jackets can be rented on-site for extra comfort.
FORTALEZA DREAM TOUR operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The hum of the outboard, salt on your lips and a string of emerald islands gliding past — the day begins at Angra dos Reis pier and opens into a coastline that pushes you toward its hidden coves. Blue Lagoon (Lagoa Azul) appears first: a bowl of glassy water where fish thread between your ankles and the boat shoulders close to shaded rock walls. Praia de Araçá follows, a quiet arc of sand fringed by low forest and the slow soundtrack of waves. Later, Praia de Japariz serves an all-you-can-eat buffet under swaying palms, the steam of grilled fish blending with ocean air.
The hum of the outboard, salt on your lips and a string of emerald islands gliding past — the day begins at Angra dos Reis pier and opens into a coastline that pushes you toward its hidden coves. Blue Lagoon (Lagoa Azul) appears first: a bowl of glassy water where fish thread between your ankles and the boat shoulders close to shaded rock walls. Praia de Araçá follows, a quiet arc of sand fringed by low forest and the slow soundtrack of waves. Later, Praia de Japariz serves an all-you-can-eat buffet under swaying palms, the steam of grilled fish blending with ocean air.
This stretch of the Costa Verde carries volcanic and metamorphic formations carved by sea and time, and Ilha Grande’s history weaves Tupi-Guarani roots with colonial-era fishing communities. Small settlements like Freguesia de Santana preserve local rhythms — boats, kiosks, and fishermen mending nets.
Practicalities anchor the day: expect a roughly 9-hour shared cruise with round-trip transfers from Rio de Janeiro (about 2.5 hours each way), a bilingual guide, snorkeling time, and an environmental fee collected on-site (approximately R$10.50). Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a towel, and cash for drinks and optional gear rental. The itinerary suits most fitness levels but requires basic swimming comfort for snorkeling.
Timing matters — start early to avoid peak traffic leaving Rio and to secure calmer waters at Lagoa Azul. Respect local wildlife, stick to marked areas when snorkeling, and pack everything you bring back out with you; island sanitation is limited. This is a full day of island rhythm: active when you want it, simple and restorative when you don’t.