Paraty Schooner Boat Tour: Islands, Beaches and Natural Aquarium
Sail through 65 islands and discover the crystal-clear waters of Paraty's most celebrated coastal route.
The Paraty schooner boat tour is the most traditional and beloved maritime experience in the region, taking visitors on a five-hour journey through a stunning archipelago of islands and secluded beaches along the Brazilian coast.
With four scheduled stops — two beaches and two islands — each lasting approximately 40 minutes, this tour balances exploration with relaxation. One stop is reserved for an optional lunch served à la carte directly on board the vessel.
Paraty's protected bay creates conditions rarely found elsewhere: visibility in the water is exceptional, and marine life is abundant enough to reward even casual snorkelers. The easy difficulty level makes this tour accessible to families, solo travelers, and couples alike.
Tour Highlights
Free diving with mask and snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Paraty's sheltered bay.
A visit to Comprida Island, known as the Natural Aquarium of Paraty for its extraordinary concentration of fish.
Four stops across two beaches and two islands, offering varied coastal scenery throughout the journey.
Vessels are fully accredited and approved by the Captaincy of Ports, ensuring safety and comfort at sea.
Optional à la carte lunch served on board during one of the designated stops.
Surrounded by lush Atlantic Forest vegetation that frames every beach and island along the route.
Tour Itinerary
The schooner departs from the port of Paraty and heads into the bay, passing through a landscape of forested hills and calm coastal waters. Guests settle on board and receive orientation about the stops and snorkeling equipment.
The boat anchors at one of the region's secluded beaches, where guests can swim, snorkel, or simply rest on shore. The stop lasts approximately 40 minutes, with clear water ideal for underwater exploration.
This is one of the most requested stops on the tour: Comprida Island is surrounded by dense schools of fish that approach the boat and gather around swimmers. Snorkeling here offers a vivid encounter with the local marine ecosystem.
Guests enjoy an optional à la carte meal served on board, with time to relax and take in the scenery. This stop allows for a quieter, more leisurely pace before the afternoon continues.
The final stops complete the circuit of two beaches and two islands, offering additional time in the water and on shore. Each location presents a distinct character within the same stunning bay.
The schooner makes its way back to port, completing the five-hour journey. Guests disembark with a full afternoon of coastal exploration behind them.
What Is Included
Included
- Five-hour schooner boat tour
- Four stops at beaches and islands
- Snorkeling with mask and snorkel
- On-board infrastructure and comfort facilities
- Certified and port-approved vessel
Not Included
- Optional à la carte lunch on board
- Personal travel insurance
- Hotel transfers
- Gratuities for crew
Important Information
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