Boat Tour in Búzios — 3 Hours Around Beaches and Islands
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Summary
- 3 hours past 12 beaches, 3 islands and 3 snorkelling stops
- R$70 per person (from R$100) in June, July and August 2026
- Daily departure at 11:30 AM, check-in at 11:00 AM at our downtown agency
- No prepayment — you pay at the agency on the day
A traditional boat tour in Búzios: 3 hours sailing past 12 beaches, 3 islands and 3 snorkeling stops in the clearest water on the peninsula. Daily departure at 11:30 AM, with check-in at 11:00 AM at our agency in downtown Búzios. No prepayment — we only need the full names of all passengers to confirm, and you pay on the day when you collect your tickets at the agency.
Detailed itinerary
- Check-in at the agency — 11:00 AM — Collect tickets and pay in downtown Búzios.
- Boarding at the pier — 11:30 AM — The guide walks the group from the agency to the boat.
- Beaches and islands — Armação, Ossos, Azeda, Azedinha, João Fernandes, João Fernandinho, Brava, Virgens, Amores, Canto, Tartaruga and Forno, passing Ilha Feia, Ilha Branca and Ilha Rasa.
- 3 snorkelling stops — Tartaruga, Azedinha and João Fernandes.
- Back in downtown Búzios — About 3 hours after departure.
What's included
- Spacious boat with two decks
- Water slide on board
- Two bathrooms
- Bar with drinks and snacks
- You can bring a cooler, food and drinks
- Experienced local crew
What's not included
- Alcoholic drinks from the on-board bar
- Meals
- Tips
- Boarding fee, where applicable
What to do in Búzios? The 3-hour boat tour
If you are putting together your list of what to do in Búzios, the boat tour is the easiest way to see the peninsula from the water: 12 beaches, 3 islands and 3 snorkelling stops, all in a single 3-hour departure. It pairs perfectly with the buggy tour so you see Búzios by land and by sea.
Meeting point in downtown Búzios
The boat departs at 11:30 AM. Arrive at 11:00 AM at our agency in downtown Búzios to collect your tickets and pay. After check-in, our guide walks you the few steps to the pier where you board the boat.
What the boat is like
The boat has two decks, a water slide on board, two bathrooms, a bar with drinks and snacks, and both shaded and open seating areas. You can also bring a cooler with food and drinks. The crew is local and experienced, and looks after the snorkelling stops.
Escuna or lancha: what's the difference
An escuna is the larger shared boat: more room to move around, slower sailing and a more social atmosphere. A lancha is smaller and faster, usually more private. Our boat tour in Búzios uses a large two-deck boat in the escuna style — which is why it has a water slide, bar and bathrooms on board.
What if the wind stops the boat from sailing?
Sailing depends on sea conditions and Brazilian Navy safety rules. If the tour can't run on the day, we let you know on WhatsApp and agree the best alternative with you. Since nothing is paid upfront, no money is tied up. In that case, the buggy tour in Búzios is the most popular land alternative.
Best time for the boat tour
Departure is at 11:30 AM, with check-in at 11:00 AM. That's when the sun is high and the water is clearest at the snorkelling stops — best for photos and for spotting fish. If you want a morning boat tour in Búzios, arrive early at the downtown agency and board right after check-in.
Price
R$70 per person (from R$100). Children 0–5 free, 6–10 half price. Promotion valid in June, July and August 2026. Payment only on the day, at our agency in downtown Búzios.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult — promo | R$70 per person (from R$100) |
| Child 6–10 | Half price |
| Child 0–5 | Free |
| Duration | About 3 hours |
| Departure | Daily at 11:30 AM, check-in 11:00 AM |
| Payment | On the day, at the downtown Búzios agency |
How to book in 3 steps
- Choose your date — Tell us the day and how many people are boarding.
- Send the names on WhatsApp — To reserve we only need the passengers' full names.
- Check in at 11:00 AM and pay at the agency — Collect your ticket in downtown Búzios and board at 11:30 AM.
Why book with Buggy Búzios
- Local team based in Búzios, operating every day
- Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Búzios
- Simple WhatsApp booking, no sign-up
- Pay on the day — cash, Pix or card
- Drivers and guides according to the service booked
- Organised routes with times agreed in advance
- Service in Portuguese, English and Spanish
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the boat tour in Búzios?
The tour lasts about 3 hours, with a daily departure at 11:30 AM and check-in at 11:00 AM at the agency.
How much is the boat tour in Búzios?
R$100 per person, with a promotional price of R$70 per person in June, July and August 2026.
Where is the meeting point?
At our agency in downtown Búzios. Arrive 20 minutes early to collect your ticket.
Do I need to pay in advance?
No. You book on WhatsApp and pay on the day at the agency.
Do children pay?
Children 0–5 are free and ages 6–10 pay half price.
Can I bring food and drinks?
Yes, you can bring a cooler, food and drinks. There is also a bar on board.
Other tours in Búzios
- Buggy Búzios — private buggy tour in Búzios
- Buggy rental in Búzios (24h)
- Buggy + Boat combo in Búzios
- Arraial do Cabo day tour from Búzios
- Moses Path and Arubinha day trip