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Tours/Rio de Janeiro/Wake up and Sail
Rio de Janeiro travel guide: tickets, best time & real costs

Wake up and Sail

5.0(51)Rio de Janeiro3 hours
TRIPADVISOR5.0(51)
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At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Price from
$59 / person
Location
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 51 reviews
Languages
PT, EN
Group
Small group, up to 20
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Sail in Rio
Meeting point
Upon arrival, go down the stairs, turn left, and look for our rep wearing the SAIL IN RIO shirtPlease wait if you cannot find him/herBoarding09:45If already started, look for Pier A2, spaces 27/28 and present your ticket to securityWe depart at 10:10 max.NO SHOW/NO REFUND after this time

Description

Experience the beauty of Rio from a different angle! Come join us aboard our sailing yachts on a 3-hour tour under sail in the protected bay or open ocean waters of Rio. Departing from the Marina da Glória, 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!

Schedule & prices

Runs
Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
Start times
10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, and 11:00 AM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 11+)
$59
Child (ages 3–10)
$30

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.

Tour Options

Wake up and Sail 3 hours

Tour à vela com mergulhos Duration: 3 hours Serviço de Bordo: Bebidas alcoólicas, não-alcoólicas e snacks Wake up and Sail: Navegação à vela pela Baía da Guanabara para contemplar os monumentos naturais e históricos do Rio de um ângulo diferente. Veleiro: Veleiro com 12 metros de comprimento. Equipado com cabine, camarotes, banheiros e todos os itens de salvatagem e segurança.

Itinerary

Sail in Rio
Admission included15 min

After arrival at the marina, at least 15 minutes in advance, look for our representatives at the bottom of the staircase wearing a SAIL IN RIO shirt and wait to instructions.

Botafogo Beach
Pass by

Look towards the beach and you will see the statue of Christ The Redeemer as the background!

Sugarloaf Mountain
Pass by

Sail along the foothill of this iconic granite monolith!

Praia do Flamengo
Pass by

Sail along this historic beach where the locals coined the word CARIOCA.

Pass by

Sail near the domestic airport to watch big planes take off and land.

Ilha Fiscal
Pass by

Sail along this iconic 19th century construction

Praia de Icarai
Pass by

Sail along and appreciate the views!

Jurujuba Beach
Pass by

Sail along and appreciate this local's paradise!

Fortaleza de Santa Cruz da Barra
Pass by

Sail along and appreciate this magnificent construction of the 16th century.

What's included

Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Beverages
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
51 reviews
5
49
4
2
3
0
2
0
1
0

How it compares in Rio de Janeiro

  • Starting price $59 is 27% below the typical $81 for tours of similar length in Rio de Janeiro

Excurgo comparison of 1,666 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • A maximum of 10 people per booking

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Wake up and Sail take?

Wake up and Sail lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.

How much does Wake up and Sail cost?

Prices start at $59 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.

What days does Wake up and Sail run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, and 11:00 AM.

How much does Wake up and Sail cost for children?

Children aged 3–10 pay from $30, adults from $59.

Can I cancel Wake up and Sail for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Upon arrival, go down the stairs, turn left, and look for our rep wearing the SAIL IN RIO shirt. Please wait if you cannot find him/her. Boarding: 09:45. If already started, look for Pier A2, spaces 27/28 and present your ticket to security. We depart at 10:10 max. NO SHOW/NO REFUND after this time. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Wake up and Sail offered in?

The experience is available in PT, EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

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

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Wake up and Sail worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 51 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Sail in Rio.

Reviews(51)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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CCPSantAnna
August 31, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Sailing trip

Wonderful trip with the super competent and calm Captain! A wonderful view of Rio de Janeiro, Sugarloaf, Urca, and Niterói.

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leandrocF903FF
August 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great company!!

Incredible and unforgettable tour in Rio. I was really impressed with the competence and professionalism of the team, from Barbara’s WhatsApp service to the pilot. The guide was exceptional, she is biological and very informative. The breakfast was great too. I travel a lot for tourism and Sail in Rio surprised me very positively. Thank you!!

Operator response

Muito obrigado por uma avaliação tão detalhada e generosa! Ficamos extremamente orgulhosos em saber que toda a nossa equipe — desde o primeiro atendimento da Bárbara no WhatsApp até a condução do capitão e as explicações da nossa bióloga — superou as suas expectativas. Para nós, que recebemos viajantes do mundo todo, é uma honra gigante saber que nos destacamos nas suas experiências pelo Brasil e pelo mundo. O café da manhã preparado com carinho e o compartilhamento de conhecimento sobre o nosso litoral são parte essencial do que amamos fazer. Será um enorme prazer receber você novamente a bordo para mais um dia inesquecível no mar!

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Safari03730207225
August 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A SENSATIONAL TOUR

I did the Jubarte whale observation tour. Only the journey was worth it, we saw Rio from another angle; the islands, the birds, everything surprising. Excellent service, friendly and attentive staff. Boat and very good structure, good and well served breakfast. The walk was sensational, I want to repeat. I recommend!

Operator response

Muito obrigado por essa avaliação tão especial! É uma alegria enorme saber que a Expedição Jubarte proporcionou momentos tão marcantes para você. A navegação até as ilhas realmente revela um Rio de Janeiro surpreendente e único, e ficamos radiantes que você tenha aproveitado cada detalhe — desde a fauna marinha e os pássaros até o nosso café da manhã e a atenção da equipe a bordo. Preparamos tudo com muito carinho para que a estrutura e o atendimento estejam à altura dessa experiência inesquecível. Será um prazer enorme receber você a bordo novamente na próxima temporada de avistamento. As portas (e o mar) estarão sempre abertas!

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edinaldob330
August 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Seeing the whales from close was amazing and unforgettable.

Incredible tour, wonderful crew, all very attentive and welcoming, I did the Jubarte expedition and it was all amazing

Operator response

Muito obrigado por um comentário tão carinhoso! Ficamos muito felizes em saber que a sua experiência na Expedição Jubarte foi incrível do início ao fim. Nossa tripulação ama o que faz, e saber que o atendimento e o acolhimento a bordo tornaram o seu dia no mar ainda mais especial é a nossa maior recompensa. A navegação para ver as baleias é sempre um momento mágico para todos nós. Será um prazer enorme ter você a bordo conosco novamente na próxima temporada!

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Tiajoelma1968
August 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Observation of jubartes whales.

I really liked the walk, nice, Educated crew and captain, I was very well received, impeccable treatment.. I will definitely return for another walk.

Operator response

Muito obrigado por uma avaliação tão carinhosa e motivadora! Ficamos imensamente felizes em saber que a sua experiência a bordo foi agradável e que o acolhimento do nosso capitão e da tripulação esteve à altura do que você merecia. Cuidar de cada detalhe para que nossos convidados se sintam acolhidos e especiais no mar é a nossa maior prioridade. Será uma honra enorme receber você a bordo novamente para mais um dia inesquecível de navegação. Até a próxima!

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Resort04267962156
August 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Humpback whale and Sail in Rio

I absolutely loved the experience; "Sail in Rio" is such a wonderful organization -- truly, the world is a better place because of them

Operator response

Thank you so much for such an extraordinarily kind and generous review! Hearing that "Sail in Rio" made such a deep, meaningful impact on your trip leaves our entire team truly humbled and honored. We pour our hearts into sharing the magic, beauty, and ocean spirit of Rio de Janeiro with every guest who steps aboard, and knowing that it touched you so deeply is the absolute greatest reward we could ask for. It was a true privilege hosting you on the water, and our doors and sails will always be open whenever you return to Rio!

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alinegripp
July 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Simply unforgettable

We did the tour this time for Jubarte whales observation and it was simply AMAZING! Amazing the feeling of seeing the whales. About the Sail in Rio, it is the second time we took a tour with them (the first one was the Por do Sol and is equally wonderful). The staff is extremely polite, attentive and professional. In this of the whales, including, there are biologists aboard. The sailing boats are extremely comfortable, have delicious snacks included, mantinhas available when selling a little more. The experiences we had with Sail in Rio were excellent from beginning to end and we will definitely do more!

Operator response

Muito obrigado por compartilhar uma avaliação tão linda e por continuar navegando com a gente! É a maior satisfação do mundo saber que tanto o nosso Passeio de Por do Sol quanto a Expedição Jubarte marcaram momentos especiais para vocês. A emoção de ver as baleias de perto na nossa costa é algo realmente indescritível, e ficamos radiantes que cada cuidado a bordo — desde a presença dos nossos biólogos até os lanchinhos e as mantinhas para o vento — tenha tornado o dia ainda mais aconchegante e inesquecível. Saber da sua confiança ao retornar para uma segunda experiência conosco nos enche de orgulho. Será um enorme prazer receber vocês a bordo novamente para a terceira, quarta e muitas outras viagens pelo mar do Rio. As portas estarão sempre abertas!

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bial2014
July 27, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Sailing boat to see whales

I loved the experience! It was 5 incredible hours at sea. The staff is very professional and the sailboat is perfect for the tour. It was my first time seeing whales and the trip exceeded all expectations. But I need to highlight that one of the biggest differentials of the tour was the presence of Julia, the marine biologist who accompanied us. She added too much to the experience! During the journey, he was teaching us in a super didactic and interesting way about marine life, the behavior of whales and migration (like identifying those coming from the south, which are the majority, and those from the north). A very cool detail was that she taught us how to identify the whales at a distance by "borrifo" (now I know that this is the most correct term, not "spirit" haha). It was so cool that at the end of the tour, all participants were already able to point out where the whales would appear by only paying attention to the whales. I recommend closed eyes, tour note 10!

Operator response

Muito obrigado por uma avaliação tão rica, detalhada e carinhosa! Ficamos radiantes em saber que as 5 horas no mar e a sua primeira experiência de avistamento de baleias superaram todas as expectativas. É motivo de muito orgulho ver o trabalho da Júlia sendo reconhecido com tanto carinho! A paixão e a didática que a nossa equipe de biologia traz para a bordo transformam a navegação em uma verdadeira jornada de aprendizado. É incrível saber que todo mundo terminou o passeio afiado, identificando os borrifos (e usando o termo científico correto!) no horizonte como verdadeiros observadores da fauna marinha. Saber que a estrutura do veleiro e o profissionalismo da tripulação garantiram um dia perfeito no mar nos enche de satisfação. Agradecemos imensamente a recomendação de olhos fechados e a nota 10! Será uma honra enorme receber você a bordo novamente na próxima temporada de avistamento. As portas estarão sempre abertas!

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vantoenp
July 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellency

Experience, with a very good staff, safety and attention to everyone on board. With an exquisite biological guide, to give us information about the whales we went to observe. I recommend!

Operator response

Muito obrigado por compartilhar uma avaliação tão bacana e por recomendar o nosso trabalho! Ficamos muito felizes em saber que a segurança, a atenção da tripulação e o cuidado a bordo garantiram uma navegação agradável do início ao fim. Para nós, a presença dos nossos biólogos marinhos é um pilar essencial da Expedição Jubarte, e é sempre gratificante saber que as explicações e o conhecimento compartilhado tornaram o encontro com as baleias ainda mais especial. Sua recomendação significa muito para toda a nossa equipe. Será um enorme prazer receber você a bordo novamente na próxima temporada para mais um dia inesquecível no mar!

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Y7071JTvivians
July 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Whale observation

I did the whale-watching experience and it was very amazing, the staff is super prepared and welcoming. I intend next year to be there again

Operator response

Muito obrigado por essa avaliação maravilhosa e cheia de carinho! Ficamos radiantes em saber que o avistamento das baleias foi uma experiência incrível para você. Nossa equipe se dedica de corpo e alma para que cada navegação seja acolhedora, segura e repleta de aprendizado, e saber que esse cuidado fez a diferença no seu dia nos enche de orgulho. Saber que você já planeja voltar no ano que vem é o maior elogio que poderíamos receber! Já estamos ansiosos para te receber a bordo novamente na próxima temporada da Expedição Jubarte para mais um espetáculo inesquecível no mar.

$59/ person
5.0(51)
Duration3 hours
LanguagesPT, EN
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