Kayaking & Canoeing in Rio de Janeiro

Canoe through Guanabara Bay on this 4-hour eco-adventure from Rio de Janeiro. With an expert adventure guide, explore Rio's coastline, including islands, beaches, rainforests and Sugar Loaf Mountain. Paddle to Fora Beach, where you'll hop out for a swim and some time to relax. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included, and no canoeing experience is necessary.

Kayak to Cotunduba Island from Praia Vermehla on this 4-hour eco-adventure in Rio. Get a lesson on paddling technique and basic safety from your expert kayaking guide, then take off for the island, located 1 mile (1.8km) offshore. Explore the island, part of an environmental protection area, and learn about the local flora and fauna from your guide. Get panoramic views of Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains, Copacabana and Ipanema beaches with Dois Irmaos hill and Tijuca Forest in the background. Use of all kayaking equipment is included; you must know how to swim to participate in this tour. Round-trip transportation from central Rio hotels is included.