Discover some of the many wonders of Brazil on one of our favorite trips. We’ve paddled all over the world, and “perfect” is not a word we use lightly, but 150 miles west of Rio de Janeiro on Brazil’s southern coast, we’ve found an area that is very nearly perfect for sea kayaking.
The Costa Verde is a verdant swath of Atlantic rainforest bordered by warm aquamarine water protected from the open Atlantic by Ilha Grande, literally “the Big Island.” Steeped in history and rich with wildlife, this area includes Paraty's UNESCO World Heritage Site and the Ecological Reserve of Juatinga and Cairucu.
The journey starts with an exploration of the iconic sites and vibrant culture of Rio de Janeiro, one of the world’s great cities, and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rio was the #1 destination on the New York Times’ ”46 Places to Go in 2013.
You’ll have a special city tour that includes Rio’s most iconic sights and some of its hidden treasures. Brazil's lively and remarkable cuisine is the product of Portuguese Colonial, Indigenous, and African elements influenced by successive waves of immigration, and on this trip, you’ll experience cuisine that will both surprise and delight you.
Our paddling trip departs from Paraty's beautifully restored town center, the site of the world’s most intact set of Portuguese colonial buildings. Paraty is our launch point for a boat-supported kayaking journey that takes you to Saco de Mamanguá, Brazil’s tropical fjord, along a stretch of tropical coastline dotted with tiny fishing villages, exquisite beaches, and waterfall swimming holes.
With accommodations at comfortable eco-lodges and guesthouses, this boat-supported trip blends comfort with a genuinely authentic sea kayak travel experience. We stay in the tiny fishing village of Pouso da Cajaiba, which Outside Magazine cited as their ”favorite spot” in Brazil in a March 2014 “Destinations” article about the country. Experience for yourself this magical corner of Brazil, a place where nature, fun, and music are never far apart
I had a wonderful time and I’m so glad I decided to go! All three of my kayak excursions with Tofino Expeditions have been more than vacations, they have been life enriching and educational. A joy, thank you!!
