Reserve an entire ocean-going sailboat for your group and explore Rio de Janeiro from the water on a three-hour private charter. Designed for small groups seeking flexibility and space, this experience combines open sailing, iconic coastal views and the freedom to shape the route around conditions on the day.
Once your group boards at Marina da Glória and settles in, the skipper runs through a short safety briefing before casting off. Depending on wind direction and strength, sails are hoisted and the yacht begins its passage across Guanabara Bay. With no rigid route, the day is shaped by real sailing conditions, allowing for a more authentic experience rather than a fixed sightseeing loop.
From the water, Rio’s landmarks take on a different scale. Expect close views of Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer rising above the skyline, and the waterfront districts of Flamengo, Botafogo and Urca. On clearer days, the yacht may head towards Niterói’s coastline or further offshore to the ocean-facing beaches, if sea state permits. Morning departures typically offer calmer water and crisp light, while afternoon charters create the opportunity to watch the sun drop behind the hills as the bay shifts into evening.
Throughout the charter, the yacht is exclusively yours. You can relax on deck, enjoy onboard refreshments, play your own music and take photographs without other groups present. The flexibility of a private sailing experience means each departure feels distinct, shaped by wind, tide and your group’s preferences.
Departure is from Marina da Glória, centrally positioned within Guanabara Bay and easily accessible from Copacabana, Ipanema and central Rio. The marina provides sheltered access before heading into wider sections of the bay.
Guanabara Bay is one of Brazil’s most recognisable sailing grounds, bordered by granite peaks, historic fortresses and long urban beaches. From this vantage point, the city’s geography becomes clearer — steep mountains rising directly from the shoreline, naval history along the harbour entrance and modern districts lining the waterfront.
This experience is rated moderate due to potential movement once outside the most sheltered parts of the bay. Guests should be comfortable on a sailing vessel and prepared for wind exposure and shifting sea conditions.
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. The minimum drinking age onboard is 18. The yacht is not wheelchair accessible due to steps and companionways typical of sailing boats.
Operating sailing tours in Rio since 2012, this family-led team combines professional seamanship with a genuinely personal approach. What began as a decision to leave the financial markets and return to life at sea has grown into a well-established nautical operation welcoming thousands of guests.
Ongoing investment in the fleet, crew training and onboard systems ensures that each charter is professionally managed while still feeling relaxed and individual. The addition of a larger, more spacious sailboat in recent years reflects a long-term commitment to quality, safety and comfort rather than volume-based tourism.
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