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The 10 most popular paraty tours in Brazil. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
5-hour Paraty Bay boat tour with snorkeling stops, island beaches, snorkel gear, fruit and coffee, plus optional caipirinha.
“Trip is exactly as described. We stopped at 3 places for a swim. Plenty of food and drink on board. Plenty of room on the first and second level of the boat.”
Paraty speedboat to a tropical fjord with snorkeling at Ilha dos Cocos, quiet beaches, an optional 1.5 km hike, and sunset-time stops.
“Woooow!!!!!! We fell in love with Brazil today! We loved to take the small boat instead of one of the bigger boats , because it could reach different beautiful islands which were less crowded! The guide translated, using his phone. He took us to breathtaking beaches and places. It’s definitely worth the money and the…”
A 90-minute guided walk through Paraty’s Historic Centre with a free Cachaça Gabriela tasting—perfectly sized and packed with story.
“The tour of Paraty was absolutely wonderful. Thiago is incredibly knowledgeable, bringing the town’s history to life and helping you truly understand its roots. A journey through the past, expertly guided and deeply engaging. The cachaça tasting is also a must! Daniela”
Guided kayaking to Paraty’s mangroves from Pontal Beach with wildlife stops, canal views through town, and a sunset paddle in 2 hours.
“It was a very nice two and half hour tour with Brenda who explained a lot about the local flora and fauna. We even manages to see capibara. The kayaking was very pleasant and easy for everyone.”
Small-group hike from Paraty to Cachoeira do Saco Bravo: Atlantic Forest trail, boat ride, and a natural sea-view pool with an accredited guide.
“I couldn't have chosen better! The hike was wonderful - a beautiful and occasionally slightly challenging trail through the lush forest criscrossed by streams, and a breathtaking final destination. There can't be many places you can bask in a freRead more”
A 6-hour day tour from Paraty to Trindade: quiet beaches, a natural saltwater pool (Caixa d’Aço), and snorkeling gear for about $37.
“La marche devait être modérée. Mais ça allait beaucoup trop vite. Nous sommes donc restés à la première plage, au point de départ sans pouvoir accomplir le programme de l'excursion.”
A private, 2-hour guided walk through Paraty’s colonial center with English support, church stops, and Freemasonry symbols.
“Christ was a great guide made the trip fun and very informative, learnt a lot about the history of Brazil as well as Paraty. Would recommend the tour with Chris.”
A small-group, steep rainforest hike to Cachoeira do Saco Bravo, ending with ocean-edge views and a refreshing swim near Paraty.
“This was the hardest hike I've ever experienced. I would suggest you do your research before embarking on this hike. Bring plenty of water! Hiking shoes/boots and walking sticks are a must. Please don't try this hike if you're not physically fit.”
Private 5-hour bike tour in Paraty with a guide, water, and safety gear. Ride from Jabaquara Beach to waterfalls and the historic center.
“We had a great time on our biking tour with Allison and Beatriz! We ended up being the only people on the tour and it felt very catered to us. Beatriz and Alison were very flexible with the timing and we were able to set the pace on the bikes so iRead more”
Guided walk through Paraty’s UNESCO historic center, visiting major churches and museums, then enjoying a craft cachaça tasting in a real cachaçaria.
“Foi td muito bom, pois o guia conhecia muito bem todo centro histórico. Farei novos roteiros qdo eu voltar.”
