Top Things to do in Costa Verde
The 10 Best Bus Tours in Costa Verde, State of Rio de Janeiro (RJ)
Discover the best top things to do in Costa Verde, Brazil including Ilha Grande Hiking Tour, Walking the Gold Trail tour, One Day Tour to Angra / Ilha Grande - 365 Islands one for each day of the year, Paraty Private Tour, Angra dos Reis Boat trip + lunch, Ilha Grande with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Rio de Janeiro, ECONOMIC PACKAGE - 3 Amazing Tours in Paraty !, Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande, All Inclusive Speed Boat Tour in Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande from Rio, Private Angra do Reis Full-Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro.
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1. Ilha Grande Hiking Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This amazing hiking tour takes around 14 hs round trip, Would you like to visit the most beautiful beaches of Ilha Grande by foot? If you have the adventurer spirit in you, this is it ! Spend a full day exploring awesome beaches, including Pouso, Palmas and Lopes Mendes, known as one of the most beautiful beaches of Brazil. Forget about the usual boat trips and put your feet on the ground ! Highlights Visit the most beautiful beaches of Ilha Grande and its clear waters by foot Be amazed with the beauty of Palmas, Pouso and Lopes Mendes beach, known as one of the best in Brazil Get off the beaten track and hike along the coast of Ilha Grande Private tour, groups from 3 to 12 people only
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Hiking tour around the island
Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks, Gratuities, Boat ticket from/to the island
Reviewed By christopherhF5406JJ
We started with the Scuba trip and then the following day we did the Canopy Tour and hiked the Two Brothers Mountain. Amazing experiences all the way. Rafael spoke very good English and was an awesome and amazing tour guide. Really a great guy and very knowledgeable about the area and the history. We enjoyed every minute of these trips and would recommend it to everyone.
2. Walking the Gold Trail tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Experience Paraty´s unique combination of history, culture and nature on this fascinating tour in the forest on the mountainside behind the town. With your expert local guide, step back in time on the Gold Trail, the paved road built by African slaves in the 18th Century to bring gold and precious stones out of the Brazilian interior and onto ships to Portugal. After walking on the trail through the rainforest you will stop at freshwater pools and waterfalls for a refreshing swim. You´ll also visit the thrilling Toboggan waterfall, a natural rock waterslide that you can slide down and the locals ´surf´down standing up! The tour finishes in a cachaça distillery where, before tasting the various types of cachaça, you will see at first hand how the Brazilian rum is still made the traditional way.
Inclusions: English speaking state accredited tour guide, Cachaça tasting at local distillery, Small-group walking tour, Round-trip transport by bus, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Aidan T
We had two amazing days with Michael. We did the kayaking on the Friday and hiking on the Saturday. Both were fantastic experiences. Michael was a superb guide and a really nice guy who my partner and I enjoyed spending time with. I would highly recommend. Michael knew a lot about the history of Paraty, the geography and the people. This made our holiday what it was.
3. One Day Tour to Angra / Ilha Grande - 365 Islands one for each day of the year
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
In this tour you will get to know one of the most beautiful beaches of the Green Coast of Rio de Janeiro. (Angra / Ilha Grande). Ilha Grande is the largest island in the state of Rio de Janeiro and the sixth largest maritime island in Brazil. The coasts of the island are cut by numerous peninsulas and coves (sacks), forming several beaches. The vegetation is lush, formed by Atlantic forest, mangrove and sandbank.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, Guide
Exclusions: Does not include dessert and drinks
Reviewed By 708lianaw
Guides not helpful. Very bad English. Tour more interested in getting kickbacks from local peanut seller and BBQ than giving tour group any memorable experience. This tour not recomended. By far the worst tour I have done world wide. You dont visit a beach you need to swim to it. Dont waste your money lots else to do in this loverly town.
4. Paraty Private Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Take a trip back in time walking by the cobbled streets in Paraty historic center. Enjoy the preserved architectural ensemble typical of Colonial Brazil in the 16th century and the natural beauty of the Serra da Bocaina that surrounds the city. Discover the beautiful old houses with decorated walls, now reused as inns, craft shops, restaurants and museums. Also, get to know local Churches, Culture Centers and other treasures considered National and World Historical Heritage, while listening to stories and legends of past centuries. The guided tour lasts 1h30, after, you can use your free time to walk around the city (maximum stay 4 hours).
Inclusions: Private transportation from hotels in Angra dos Reis, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide with live tour commentary in English, Spanish & Portuguese , 1h30 guided tour, Free time to walk around the city
Exclusions: Food and Drinks (available for purchase), Gratuities (optional)
Reviewed By freddyl550
It was a Great experience. Adriano was knowledgeable in the local customs and history which made the entire experience that much better! We had plenty of opportunities for photos in all the must see spots In Rio!!! I don't think there would be a better way to see all the things we were able to see! Adriano our guide was even kind enough to take photos of us along the way. I was surprised but my favorite part of the trip was sambódromo cathedral!!
5. Angra dos Reis Boat trip + lunch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Angra dos Reis, a trip that the tourist must and deserves to make. Synonymous with unforgettable memories. Contemplation, leisure, interaction, friendship, are moments that we ensure during your tour.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees, Tour guide, Lunch - Self Service, Photos, Floaters
Exclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By zhoul27
Hey Tania there, I find it difficult to understand since the link is in Portuguese, but somehow I manage to find a way, as I told there are many ways to communicate. I would like to give you a five star for being such a really awesome tour guide, regardless of the language barrier in between us, it did not stop me from experiencing the best tour I had with you. I super enjoyed the Ilha Grande tour with the rest of the group. you love what do you and you give extra compassion and love to all the tourist. Eu te Amo Tania.. muchos gracias!
6. Ilha Grande with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Rio de Janeiro
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Begin the full-day tour with a 165 km ride from Rio de Janeiro to Angra dos Reis, in the Costa Verde region. Head to the port to board the schooner towards Ilha Grande. aboard the schooner and enjoy the paradisiacal landscapes. Make your first stop on Ilha de Cataguás, its calm blue waters are a perfect invitation for a swim. Then, head to Ilha Grande and discover the Lagoa Azul (Blue Lagoon), check out the collection of starfish at the bottom of the ocean, as well as colorful fish and corals in this natural pool perfect for snorkeling and swim with floating “noodles”. Visit the Freguesia de Santana, a small beach that houses the first church of Angra dos Reis, built in 1843. Visit Praia do Japariz and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant and a refreshing dip in the sea. Disembark at the pier and return comfortably to Rio de Janeiro.
Inclusions: Transportation by air-conditioned van , All taxes, fees and handling charges, Boat (schooner) tour in Ilha Grande with stops for swimming, Professional guide with live tour commentary in English, Spanish & Portuguese , Buffet lunch at Praia de Japariz with vegetarian options, Pickup and drop-off from hotels in Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon and Barra da Tijuca
Exclusions: Drinks, desserts and snacks (available for purchase on the boat and at lunch), Gratuities, Diving mask/snorkel (available for rental on the boat)
Reviewed By freddyl550
It was a Great experience. Adriano was knowledgeable in the local customs and history which made the entire experience that much better! We had plenty of opportunities for photos in all the must see spots In Rio!!! I don't think there would be a better way to see all the things we were able to see! Adriano our guide was even kind enough to take photos of us along the way. I was surprised but my favorite part of the trip was sambódromo cathedral!!
7. ECONOMIC PACKAGE - 3 Amazing Tours in Paraty !
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 30 reviews
Buying this package you have access to the most classical and traditional tours in Paraty. You will discover the best attractions in the city world heritage of Unesco. You will enjoy the most beautiful beaches and islands and the mountain range with its beautiful waterfalls, a must see! The most better tours with and very special price with a great discount just for you!
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Food & drinks
Reviewed By mariya_stag
I have done 4 excursions with Paraty Tours now, and have gotten to know the company and I wound 10/10 recommend. Professional, helpful, guides who really care about the local nature (some who speak English), gorgeous and amazing. With nice transfer vans that are very clean with AC. I’ve seen the most incredible places and it’s all because of Paraty Tours! Thanks friends!
8. Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 26 reviews
Located in the Costa Verde region, Angra dos Reis is 150 km from Rio de Janeiro, about two and a half hours' drive from the capital. More than 365 islands and 40 beaches make the bay of Angra dos Reis one of the most famous in Brazil. Ilha Grande, the largest and best known island in the region, is one of the most sought after and coveted places by tourists who come to visit Rio de Janeiro. With blue - green and crystalline waters, with its corals and a marine fauna full of species Ilha Grande becomes a perfect scenario for diving. Amid so many options, the most popular beaches / islands are Lagoa Azul, Lagoa Verde, Praia Cataguazes, Praia de Freguesia de Santana and Praia de Japariz where you will stop for lunch.
Inclusions: Transportation by bus licensed by the tourism office, Professional bilingual tour guide, Schooner Ride, Lunch
Exclusions: Drinks and dessert, Snorkeling equipment
Reviewed By DrBarnes_BWIG
Real Itenerary: 0700 Get picked up from hotel 0700-0830 pick up other people 0830-1200 drive on bus 1200-1300 walk about 5 blocks, then eat disgusting lunch 1300 - 1330 wait at pier 1330 -1350 BEAUTIFUL BOAT RIDE 1350 - 1410 Fight for a life jacket then fight to get on motor boat to get to beach 1410-1425 Find a place where boats are dropping people off or picking people up to get in cold @ss, but BEAUTIFUL water 1425 -1445 fight to get life vest to get back on motor boat so you dont get left. 1445 -1455 more amazing scenery to get to next beach 1455 - 1540 (see 1350 - 1445) 1540 - 1550 more boat time 1550 - 1600 jump in the water behind the boat (if you want) to swim a bit 1600 - 1620 back to pier (more breathtaking scenery) 1620 - 1720 bus ride 1720- 1745 souvenir shop I think (I didn't go in) 1745 - 2000 more rides and people drop offs 2010 pass by your hotel, but don't stop, then get dropped off 2 blocks from your hotel in a foreign country as a female, by yourself (well you may or may not be a single female, but you get the jist) AT NIGHT...IN THE DARK. There were many issues with this tour, but, the main issues were, in tripadvisor, it says the tour is in "English" there was zero English spoken on that tour. Also, I was under the impression that I was going to have time to snorkel (since I paid an extra 25R for the mask (which I was also told would only be 20R via text) but you spend more time fighting for a life jacket, then fighting for a spot on the motor boat then fighting for a spot back then you do in the water. All 3 beaches combimed were a total of 30 maybe 45 minutes, if you take away the time it takes to get to the actual water. I also did not feel safe, as I was dropped off about 2 blocks away from my hotel (which had previously been passed) and I am a single woman in a foreign country and did not feel safe, why couldn't I be dropped off in front of my hotel at night?
9. All Inclusive Speed Boat Tour in Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande from Rio
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 61 reviews
Have you ever imagined floating in the crystal clear waters of the most beautiful Brazilian beaches? And in that moment you will be surrounded by Atlantic forest, beautiful coves and panoramas, in a more exclusive experience with a small group of people and escape from the large masses of tourists. Did you? Then be invited to participate in an unforgettable experience with us! On this tour we leave Rio de Janeiro, towards Ilha Grande in a trip of approximately 3 hours to Angra dos Reis, with a snack stop, and to buy your drinks and food to take with you on the boat. Arriving there we will board our boat for a maximum of 15 people. The tour lasts around 5-6 hours, and we stop at 5 stunning beaches, spending an hour at each stop. The actual beaches visited will depend on the weather, the wind direction and the number of visitors already on each beach. The lunch, snorkeling masks and swimming floats are provided. Come to enjoy one day in paradise!
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Professional guide, Local Sailor, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Photos Go-pro (underwater), Floats noodles;, Container with ice, so you can bring your own drink, Personal Accident Insurance (full name, passport and date of birth of each participant is required), Lunch, Local Snacks (Extra, Globo, Trakinas and others), Beer and Caipirinha, Coke and Guaraná, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By luist725
The day started very early in ipanema. Our guide kako picked up in a very nice bus and the 3 hour drive to angra do rays started. Afger a short stop in a gas station for cofee we arrived to the marina where a specialized crew took us to ilha grande (the big island). Once we arrived to that incredible place we were handed snorkel masks and kako (our guide) even went as far as teaching us how to snorkel. He took our pictures both on top and undefwater which after 2 days he mailed us. In total we visited 4 diffefent spots at the island andnhad a bifet lunch. Also we made acouple of trails. The crew also treated us to some beer and caipirinhas. We even saw some turtles in the water and a star fish. Saddly it started raining and we had to get back. The experienced crew (a few sons of fishermen and the guide a sea biology student) were very courteous at all times, knowledgeable of many local stories and they were friendly in a way only brazilian people can be. (They are structured and professional yet informal and very friendly) It was a day both my wife katia and I will find very dificilt to forget.
10. Private Angra do Reis Full-Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Enjoy a private tour to the islands of Ilha Grande in Angra do Reis. We begin with an early pickup in Rio de Janeiro to go to Angra dos Reis. Angra is Portuguese for 'small bay' and it is part of a grand complex of bays and hundreds of islands. The Ilha Grande is the most beautiful and famous of all the islands and that’s the place we visit in this tour. When we arrive at Angra dos Reis, we go straight to the harbour to take a boat trip through the archipelago of Ilha Grande and stop at 3 different parts of it. We swim, do some snorkeling, admire beautiful islands, see the crystal-clear water and appreciate the green colors of the islands' Atlantic rain forest. If we are lucky, we will be able to see some turtles and a lot of fish. You can chose the private transfer with shared boat tour or the VIP totally private tour with private transfer and private boat tour. Tour guide, lunch (drinks and desserts not included), private roundtrip transfer and boat trip included.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Drinks and desserts not included., Boat Trip
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Use of Snorkelling equipment
Reviewed By BrasilTraveler
Anderson really made this trip memorable. Thank you Anderson. The statue is dramatic. Must take a camera. The Pao de Acucar has newly been updated for tourism. This venue is worth seeing with Rio Carioca Tour LTD. Ask for Anderson for your guide. He is informative and thoughtful of the guests especially the older ones. Thank you so much.
