4-Hour Guided Kayak Experience in Rio de Janeiro: Explore the Ocean, Nature and History
Praia da Urca
Embark on a 4-hour guided kayak experience in Rio de Janeiro and explore the ocean, nature, and history. Discover iconic symbols of the city from the sea and learn about its fascinating past.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Praia da Urca - The tour starts with a basic introduction about paddle techniques and safety on the ocean. We start to paddle from the Beach in direction of the Lage Island, a military base that is not used any more. By the way we can see Christ the redeemer, Sugar Loaf, the city of Niteroi and all the mountains that make Rio de Janeiro a unique city.
The tour takes around 2:30 hours, we paddle around 5km and the route can change because of weather conditions.
What's Included
- Kayak, paddle, and life jacket included
What's Not Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
Additional Information
Delving into the sea depths has been a human pursuit throughout history. Undertaking this exploration in a city such as Rio de Janeiro has an added allure. The city provides an opportunity to appreciate both its natural beauty and historical narratives. From the vantage point of the ocean, one can view the city’s most remarkable landmarks like the Sugar Loaf mountain and Christ the Redeemer statue. Moreover, it opens a window to the city’s founding history as it was the sea route that initially guided the Portuguese to discover the city.
Location
Praia da Urca
This beach is at the same area of the sugar loaf mountain. Very easy to get there by bus or Uber.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
