2 Days in the State of Rio: Angra dos Reis, Ilha Grande & Búzios

Day 1 - Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Day Trip

With more than two thousand beaches, Angra dos Reis has some of the most awe-inspiring scenery on the coast of Rio de Janeiro. Ilha Grande (Big Island) with its beautiful beaches and crystal clear water is the most famous island of the 365 surrounding the Bay of Angra dos Reis. Between the mountains and the beaches, the area is perfect for cruising around, snorkeling and hiking.

Some of the sights you'll be able to see from the boat include:

Lagoa Azul: a natural aquarium where you'll find one of the finest diving spots on Ilha Grande. A massive pool with clear water, where the bottom is a live sea star collection, combined with shoals of colorful fish, squids, and corals. Don't forget to bring your bathing suit.

Praia do Araçá: Cozy beach with calm, clear waters and a peculiar formation, is one of the beaches that does not receive so much visitation of tourists because it is a small beach and often goes unnoticed by those who pass by boat.

Ilhas Botinas: In the Botina Islands we will only make stops for photo, on the spot diving is not allowed. Also known as Twin Islands is the main postcard of the city of Angra dos Reis. Its main attractions are the incredibly clear waters and white sands.

Gipóia Island:

It is the second largest island in the bay of Angra, we will make our last stop at Vitorino Beach, where a sardine canning factory operated until 1967 and nowadays it has become a restaurant where we will have lunch, a great option for children and the elderly take a refreshing sea bath.

Day 2 - Day Trip to Búzios from Rio de Janeiro

Buzios is a city that attracts many Brazilian and foreign visitors with its natural beauties and a unique climate that harmonizes simplicity and sophistication. Located on a peninsula in northern Rio de Janeiro coast, the city of Armação dos Búzios has grown from a fishing village into one of the most visited towns in Brazil. It features a charming and bucolic environment that visibly embraced tourism as one of its main activities, especially after the visit of the renowned French actress Brigitte Bardot in 1964, who vacationed in the city. Búzios now has several shops and fine dining options, as well as branches of the main international clubs and bars.

You will take a boat tour through the main beaches of Búzios with the lunch included at one of the best restaurants the city has to offer. The drinks are not included though. After the meal, try a city tour by Rua das Pedras, the most famous street in Buzios, with many shops, bars and restaurants.

Note: For your safety, the Schooner Ride in (name of the boat tour) as well as all Nautical Routes are subject to changes according to the maritime conditions and intervention of the Brazilian Navy.