Private boat tour to Sugarloaf Mountain and Urca, Rio de Janeiro
A private 5-hour trip from Marina da Glória, along the Flamengo and Botafogo beaches to Urca Beach, at the foot of Sugarloaf Mountain, and back across the bay.
Request my trip on WhatsAppThe included route
- Departure from Marina da Glória
Every trip departs from Marina da Glória, in Rio. The boat is just for your group and comes with a licensed captain.
- Flamengo and Botafogo beaches
The route follows the bay shoreline and passes the Flamengo and Botafogo beaches.
- Urca Beach, at the foot of Sugarloaf Mountain
The farthest point of the standard route is Urca Beach, at the foot of Urca Hill and Sugarloaf Mountain.
- Back across the bay
Then the boat returns across Guanabara Bay to Marina da Glória. The standard trip lasts 5 hours, in the morning or the afternoon.
In short
- Duration5 hours
- DepartureMarina da Glória
- IncludedFuel and captain
- FromR$ 2.600 (≈ US$ 450) · per boat
Charged in Brazilian reais (R$). The dollar amount is approximate and may differ from the day's exchange rate.
Want to go beyond Urca?
The extension to Praia Vermelha, with a swim stop, is the most requested. Copacabana, Cagarras Islands, Niterói and Itaipu are also possible. Each extension is priced separately and arranged on WhatsApp, and departure is still at Marina da Glória.
Choose by group size
8 to 10 people
From R$ 2.600 · 5-hour trip, fuel and captain included
- 27 ft Speedboatup to 8 people
- Magna 28 ft Speedboatup to 9 people
- 30.5 ft Speedboatup to 10 people
16 to 20 people
From R$ 8.500 · 5-hour trip, fuel and captain included
- Senna 50 ft Yachtup to 16 people
- 52 ft Yachtup to 20 people
Up to 50 people
From R$ 16.875 · 5-hour trip, fuel and captain included
- 50-person Schoonerup to 50 people
- 70 ft Catamaranup to 50 people
Frequently asked questions
Is the trip shared with other people?
No. The boat is private: only your group boards, with a licensed captain.
How long does it last and what time does it leave?
The standard trip lasts 5 hours. There is a morning departure at 9:00 am and an afternoon departure at 2:30 pm. Arrive 30 minutes early, with a 15-minute grace period. See the policy (punctuality).
What is included in the price?
Fuel, a licensed captain, life jackets and coolers with ice. The price is per boat, not per person.
Can we go beyond Urca, to Praia Vermelha or Copacabana?
Yes. The extension to Praia Vermelha is the most requested. Copacabana, Cagarras Islands, Niterói and Itaipu are also possible. Each extension is priced separately and arranged on WhatsApp. The jet ski does not run this route.
Can I bring my own drinks and food?
Yes, on any vessel. There is no corkage fee or minimum spend.
What if it rains?
Only heavy rain or storms with unsafe sailing conditions cancel a trip. Cloudy skies or light rain are not grounds for cancellation. If a trip has to be cancelled, our team arranges a new date with you. See the cancellation policy.