Arraial do Cabo Day Trip from Búzios: Complete 2026 Itinerary & Price

The Arraial do Cabo day trip from Búzios is the ultimate way to experience the Brazilian Caribbean without changing hotels. In a single day, you'll travel 40 km in an air-conditioned van, board a two-story schooner with a waterslide, and visit the most crystal-clear beaches in Brazil.

This complete guide covers the full itinerary, what's included in the price, and why this is the best value day trip for travelers staying in Búzios.

Why take a day trip from Búzios to Arraial do Cabo?

Many travelers ask: "Is it worth going from Búzios to Arraial do Cabo?" The answer is a resounding yes — for three reasons:

• Hotel pickup included: Air-conditioned van picks up and drops off at your Búzios hotel
• No hotel change needed: Explore Arraial without losing your Búzios reservation
• Great value: Everything included for less than doing it independently

Full day itinerary: what you'll do

08:15 — Pickup at your Búzios hotel

The air-conditioned van collects you at your hotel door. No stress, no rush. The drive to Arraial do Cabo takes about 50 minutes to 1 hour (40 km).

09:30 — Boarding at the pier

Transfer from the parking lot to the pier in local vehicles. The two-story schooner is already waiting with music, entertainment, and authorized guides.

10:00 — Ilha do Farol (~40 min)

First stop at the Brazilian Navy Reserve. Disembark via support boats with life jackets. The water here is an unreal shade of blue.

11:00 — Praia do Forno (20 min)

Swimming and snorkeling stop in turquoise waters. Mask and snorkel available onboard (optional).

11:40 — Enseada do Guriri (20 min)

Second swimming stop. Less crowded than Praia do Forno, perfect for those seeking tranquility.

12:15 — Panoramic route

The boat passes Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia, Escadaria do Pontal, Gruta Azul, Gruta do Amor, Buraco do Meteoro, Pedra do Macaco, and Fenda de Nossa Senhora. All viewed from the panoramic deck.

13:30 — Buffet lunch

40-minute stop at a restaurant on Praia do Foguete, Cabo Frio. All-you-can-eat buffet included with salads, hot dishes, meats, and sides. Eat as much as you want — it's included in the price.

14:30 — Praia do Forte (30 min)

Free time at the beach before returning. Great for final photos and a quick swim.

16:30 — Return to your Búzios hotel

The van takes you back. Arrival in Búzios around 17:30, in time to enjoy the evening at Rua das Pedras.

What's included in the price

Included	Detail
✅ Round-trip transport	Air-conditioned van Búzios ↔ Arraial do Cabo
✅ 4-hour boat tour	Two-story schooner with waterslide, bar, restrooms
✅ Buffet lunch	Restaurant on Cabo Frio waterfront
✅ Life jackets	For adults and children
✅ Authorized guides	Portuguese, English, and Spanish
✅ No upfront payment	Book today, pay on the day

What's NOT included

• ❌ Mandatory Ecological Reserve fee — R$ 15.00 (cash, on the day)

Pricing & 2026 promotion

Promotional price: R$190 per person (from R$220)

Period: the low season

Age	Price
0–5 years	Free
6–10 years	Half price
11+ years	Full price

Important tips

• Light clothing and swimsuit: you'll be in the water multiple times
• Sunscreen and towel: essential for a full day out
• No swimming skills needed: disembark with life jacket and support boat
• Coolers and thermal bags prohibited: municipal rule onboard
• Ilha do Farol landing: depends on Navy authorization
• Weather: tour may be cancelled or modified due to adverse conditions

How to book

You don't need to pay anything upfront. Book via WhatsApp and pay on the day of the tour, when our van picks you up at your Búzios hotel.

To put this plan into action, check our Arraial do Cabo day tour from Búzios. And if you want a longer day, we also run boat tour in Búzios.

Included in the tour: R$ 10.00 transport tax to the pier. The separate Ecological Reserve fee (R$ 15 cash on the day) is not included.