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Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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897 reviews
Activity provider:
DDRio - Dream Destination Rio
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Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour
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Top rated
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
897 reviews

Sail around Rio and enjoy some of the most spectacular sights in the world from a unique point of view. Delight in included drinks and snacks as you watch a beautiful sunset over the city.

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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Portuguese, Spanish

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
J
Jacob – Australia

Excellent, great service and very enjoyable experience.

5
5 out of 5 stars
L
Lauren – United Kingdom

Great tour, Samuel the guide was very informative and went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience. Would recommend!

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Itinerary

  • Starting/pickup location

    Depends on the selected option

  • Guanabara Bay

    Boat cruise (3 hours)

  • 9 drop-off locations:

    R. Teixeira de Melo, 32, Largo das Neves, 412, Av. Pasteur, 485, Glória, FLAT ANGELO, Rubicell Celulares Claro- Rubiataba-Go - Proprietario Welington Ramos- Careca, R. Barata Ribeiro, 461, R. Praia de Botafogo, 552, Av. Alexandre Ferreira, 250

Main sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Delight in spectacular views of Rio de Janeiro from the sea
  • Explore the sights in Guanabara Bay, and admire the sunset over the city
  • Embark on an exclusive small group activity for no more than 12 people
  • Benefit from complete onboard service with freshly-made drinks and snacks
  • Treat yourself to a private tour for a truly romantic experience

Full description

Marvel at the scenery of Rio de Janeiro, the Marvellous City, on a sunset sailing tour in Guanabara Bay. Admire the beautiful sunset, and savor all-inclusive drinks and snacks aboard your boat. Enjoy a small group tour or opt to splash out on a private tour to make your experience extra special.

Set sail from Marina da Glória and pass by 3 fortresses — São José, Lage, and Santa Cruz — on your way to Boa Viagem Island in Niterói. Cruise past Oscar Niemeyer's striking Niterói Museum of Contemporary Art and enjoy the views in Guanabara Bay.

Then, sit back and appreciate the sunset over the city of Rio de Janeiro. Delight in scenic views of the city's most famous landmarks, such as Sugar Loaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer, as the sun sets on the horizon.

Throughout the tour, relax with drinks on board, such as the famous Brazilian cocktail Caipirinha, beer, and sparkling white wine. The tour concludes back at the marina in Glória. Hotel pickup and drop-off options are available.

Includes

  • Professional sailing crew
  • Insurance
  • Caipirinhas
  • Sparkling white wine
  • Beer (Heineken and Budweiser)
  • Soft drinks
  • Juice
  • Water
  • Snacks and finger food
  • Sunscreen
  • Towels
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (unless option selected)

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Marina da Glória, Av. Infante Dom Henrique, S/N - Glória, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20021-140, Brazil. One of the local partner's team members will meet you at the security gate at Marina da Glória. They will be wearing a white shirt with the local partner's name on it. After meeting you, they will take you to their boat called "Chama" located at A2 Pier.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunscreen

Not allowed

  • Oversize luggage

Know before you go

  • The itinerary is subject to changes based on weather conditions or at the captain's behest
  • Please arrive at the meeting point in the Marina da Glória 15 minutes before the tour starts. The marina has a large and comfortable structure for you to wait in before the tour starts
Likely to sell out

From $70 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5
4.8 out of 5 stars

based on 897 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Jacob – AustraliaJune 23, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent, great service and very enjoyable experience.
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Lauren – United KingdomJune 16, 2025 – Verified booking
Great tour, Samuel the guide was very informative and went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience. Would recommend!
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Jim – AustraliaJune 16, 2025 – Verified booking
Enthusiastic guide who kept up the supply of nibbles and drinks. We stopped for a swim in a quiet corner of the bay and watched a magnificent sunset.

Product ID: 259502

Activity provider:
DDRio - Dream Destination Rio

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