Private Boat Tour in Santos – Full Day with Barbecue and Drinks
A full-day escape from São Paulo to the Atlantic coast, complete with a private vessel, Brazilian barbecue, and three secluded beaches.
This private boat tour in Santos takes you from São Paulo to the South Atlantic coastline for an immersive, 7-hour journey aboard a vessel of your choice, with an attentive crew and a bilingual guide at your side from start to finish.
Departing São Paulo by private vehicle, you cross the Serra do Mar mountain range along one of Brazil's most scenic coastal highways before arriving at a marina in Santos to board your motorboat. The transition from the bustling metropolis to the open sea takes roughly 90 minutes and sets the tone for the day ahead.
The tour visits three beaches that remain largely untouched by urban development: Sangava, Cheira Limão, and Goes. Each is sheltered by the Atlantic Forest and offers calm, clear waters ideal for swimming and relaxing. Along the route, you also pass the Santo Amaro da Barra Grande Fortress, a colonial-era structure built during the Iberian Union to guard Santos Bay.
Onboard, a Brazilian-style barbecue, cold drinks, appetizers, and caipirinhas are served throughout the day. Floating accessories and stand-up paddleboards add to the experience, and the vessel's sound system keeps the atmosphere lively for groups of any size.
Tour Highlights
Sail to three protected beaches — Sangava, Cheira Limão, and Goes — all free of high-rise buildings and accessible only by sea.
Enjoy a full Brazilian barbecue served onboard alongside cold drinks, snacks, and traditional caipirinhas throughout the day.
Pass by the Santo Amaro da Barra Grande Fortress, a centuries-old coastal fortification with remarkable maritime architecture.
Cruise alongside the Atlantic Forest, a globally significant biome that frames each beach with dense, protected vegetation.
Travel with a certified bilingual guide and a dedicated crew, keeping the experience private and personalised for your group.
Door-to-door private transfers from and back to your accommodation in São Paulo are included in the full-day package.
Choose a vessel suited to your group size — available in configurations for 6, 10, or 15 passengers.
Itinerary
Your bilingual guide meets you at your designated location in São Paulo and escorts you by private vehicle to the marina in Santos, approximately 90 minutes away. The route crosses the Serra do Mar, offering panoramic views of the coastal mountain range and its forested valleys.
Upon arrival at the marina, you board your private motorboat and begin your 7-hour coastal exploration. The crew briefs you on the day's route and onboard amenities before setting off into Santos Bay.
The first stops are Sangava Beach — a 90-meter stretch with natural tidal pools and calm, crystalline water — and Cheira Limão, Guarujá's smallest beach at just 20 meters, surrounded by forest sounds and shell-covered sand. Both beaches are protected from development and offer an unhurried environment for swimming and relaxation.
The boat passes the 16th-century Fortress of Santo Amaro da Barra Grande, built to defend the entrance to Santos Estuary during the Portuguese-Spanish Iberian Union. Your guide provides historical context on the fortification's role in Brazil's colonial defense network.
Goes Beach, a 250-meter cove enclosed by hills, offers transparent waters and natural stone pools typical of a traditional Atlantic fishing village. Between stops, the crew serves the Brazilian barbecue alongside caipirinhas, fresh appetizers, and cold drinks, while stand-up paddleboards are available for those who want to explore.
In the late afternoon, the boat returns to the marina and your private vehicle is waiting to drive you back to your accommodation in São Paulo. The total return journey takes approximately 90 minutes.
What Is Included
Included
- Private round-trip transfer from São Paulo
- 7 hours aboard a private motorboat
- Certified bilingual guide throughout
- Dedicated crew onboard
- Brazilian barbecue served onboard
- Cold drinks, caipirinhas, and snacks
- Floating accessories and stand-up paddle
- Access to Sangava, Cheira Limão, and Goes beaches
Not Included
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for guide and crew
- Any additional food or beverages beyond what is provided
- Items of a personal nature
Important Information
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