Brilliant trip great and very attentive guides Wonderful way to see Rio from a different perspective Thoroughly recommend it





Go exclusive! Get your own group together and experience the beauty of Rio from a different angle! Whether you desire to celebrate a special date or just celebrate life with your partners, family or a group of friends, a private sail will make your memories last a lifetime! Come join us aboard our 40-footer sailing yacht on a 3-hour tour under sail in the protected bay or open ocean waters of Rio. Departing from MARINA DA GLORIA, this sailing experience unveils, right from the start, the two most iconic landmarks of Rio de Janeiro: the statue of Christ The Redeemer and Sugar Loaf. As the sailing proceeds, the Captain will help guests understand the magic of sailing and respond to questions about Rio's history, while guests relax, enjoy our welcome drinks, snacks and appreciate the great views!
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 23 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Swim at the foothill of this iconic attraction in Rio!
Appreciate this work by famous architect Santiago Calatrava!
Swim at the foothill of Sugar Loaf!
See this iconic work by famous architect Oscar Niemeyer
We will sail next to this historic fortress build mid-16th century to defend Rio against uninvited vessels!
Sail along this important fortress build mid-16th century
Depending on sea conditions, we will sail to this famous beach!
Sail along and appreciate how local's carry on their day-to-day activities!
Concluded 1974, this 14km bridge is the longest in the Southern Hemisphere.
Sail near this domestic airport to watch commercial jets take off and land just a few feet over your head!
Sail along the bay shore of Niteroi to appreciate some of the finest and most recent works by the famous Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer.
Sail along Adam and Eve beaches or swim to them from the boat should water conditions permit.
Available on our longer sails only. Subject to wind and sea conditions.
Available on longer sails only. Subject to wind and sea conditions.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Sail in Rio - Private Sailing Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 15 stops.
Prices start at $740 per person for this Rio de Janeiro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
It can: 23 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Go to the bottom of the stairs and look for our representatives dressed in a SAIL IN RIO shirt. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children must be accompanied by an adult
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 17 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Sail in Rio.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
Brilliant trip great and very attentive guides Wonderful way to see Rio from a different perspective Thoroughly recommend it
A wonderful day whale watching in the waters right outside of Guanabara Bay. Everyone on the boat was fantastic. The biologist, Salome, was truly a fount of information and an expert in spotting the whales! We also appreciated the services provided by Captain Carmen and Gabriel (who kept the food, coffee and beverages stocked). We spotted many humpback whales, as well as a variety of marine birds.
Thank you so much for this wonderful, detailed review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your whale watching day outside Guanabara Bay was such a memorable success. It is fantastic to know that Salomé’s expertise helped you spot so many humpbacks and marine birds, and that Captain Carmen and Gabriel made sure you were comfortable and well-fed throughout the journey. Connecting our guests with the incredible wildlife along Rio’s coast is what we love most. It was a true pleasure having you aboard, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure on the water soon!
We had a great time. All four of the crew members were professionals while at the same time being friendly and personable. Definitely a recommendation Chris
Thank you so much for the fantastic review and warm recommendation! We are thrilled to hear that all four of our crew members struck that perfect balance of high professionalism and friendly, welcoming hospitality. Creating a safe, relaxed, and memorable environment on the water is what our team strives for on every single sail. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back aboard next time you are in Rio!
Wonderful experience, the whale sighting is spectacular and the staff is excellent.
Muito obrigado por esse carinho e por compartilhar sua avaliação conosco! É uma emoção indescritível presenciar o espetáculo das baleias jubarte na nossa costa, e ficamos radiantes em saber que você viveu um dia tão marcante no mar. Nossa tripulação se dedica ao máximo para oferecer uma navegação acolhedora, segura e educativa, então saber que a equipe se destacou é a nossa maior recompensa. Será uma alegria enorme receber você a bordo novamente na próxima temporada de avistamento. O mar e as velas estarão sempre de portas abertas!
Amazing experience! From the first contact until the day of the tour. Everyone was super attentive, Captain Carmen super attentive, Fernanda and Pedro too. The impeccable care. Drinks were great. It was an amazing walk!
Muito obrigado por esse depoimento tão incrível! Ficamos radiantes em saber que sua experiência foi perfeita do início ao fim e que o nosso atendimento foi impecável. Faremos questão de passar o seu elogio carinhoso para a Capitã Carmen, para a Fernanda e para o Pedro. Eles vão amar saber que fizeram a diferença e que as bebidas estavam ótimas! Será um prazer enorme receber você a bordo novamente para mais um passeio inesquecível pelo Rio. Até a próxima! Um grande abraço, Equipe Sail in Rio
Absolutely fantastic experience! We’ve been on a few boat tours in Rio now and this was by far the best company. Communication with the company was excellent, booking and payment very easy. Then from arrival at the docks to the end of the tour everything was fantastic. Service was outstanding and the all-female crew super skilled and professional. They paid attention to every small detail. All spoke excellent English. Would 10/10 recommend to others! We will definitely use them again!
Experience had both positive and negative points. The staff are polite and attentive, the service itself is good and pleasant. On the other hand, the boat ride left much to be desired. During the journey, the boat passes through various sights, such as beaches and well-known places, but at no time the team informs the names of these places (such as Urca, Copacabana, among others). This is a lot needed for those who would like to know the region better. In addition, the snacks served are very simple and do not impress, and the caipirinha is also not of good quality. In short: the staff's service is good, but the tour could be much better if there was an explanation of the places visited and an improvement in the quality of the food and beverages.
Olá, Em nome da SAIL IN RIO, agradeço sinceramente por dedicar seu tempo para nos enviar esse feedback. É por meio desse diálogo que refinamos nossa entrega. Fico satisfeito em saber que o atendimento de nossa equipe foi positivo, mas gostaria de abordar os pontos que deixaram a desejar, pois prezamos pela transparência. Nossos passeios privativos são desenhados para oferecer total liberdade e privacidade aos nossos clientes. Diferente dos passeios compartilhados, em que seguimos um roteiro e serviço padronizados, na modalidade privativa adotamos uma postura mais reativa. Isso significa que nossa tripulação busca deixar o grupo o mais à vontade possível, sem interrupções, a menos que sejamos solicitados. No entanto, sua observação sobre a falta de informações turísticas nos mostra que podemos ser mais proativos em oferecer esse guia, sempre respeitando o silêncio e o espaço de cada cliente. Sobre a gastronomia e bebidas, vale ressaltar que a SAIL IN RIO não tem como objetivo a sua comercialização. O serviço de bordo, padronizado em todos os nossos passeios (privativos ou compartilhados), é opcional no caso dos passeios privativos. Quando solicitado, os itens padrão são adquiridos em supermercado de alto nível, no dia do passeio. Como opção exclusiva para os passeios privativos, convidamos os clientes a trazerem seus próprios itens de consumo conforme as preferências de cada grupo antes do embarque. Lamentamos que as opções padrão não tenham impressionado. Sua experiência é valiosa para nós e reforça nosso compromisso em alinhar expectativas para que o passeio seja, acima de tudo, do jeito que o cliente idealizou. Esperamos vê-lo a bordo novamente para um tour planejado sob medida para você.
Excellent service staff, super pleasant space, clean, safe. Cold drinks and no empty glass. I liked it and super recommend
The tour was amazing ! Carmen the captain is the best captain in Rio !! Juan the sailor is great too. The boat was very nice !
I had an amazing sailing tour in Rio! Our captain (a lady) was fantastic — very professional, friendly, and gave us the best hospitality throughout the trip. The views were incredible and the whole experience was unforgettable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Rio!
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|---|---|---|---|---|
Sail in Rio - Private Sailing Tour | 3 hours | 4.9 (17) | $740 | |
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