Top Paraty On the Ground

Jeep Tour to Waterfalls and Cachaça Stills with Cultural Tourism Guide registered by the Ministry of Tourism, will have information from the Brazilian colonial period to the present day. Focusing on the history of Paraty and its economic cycles, Ouro; Sugarcane liquor; Coffee; Historical Isolation and; Tourism.

Spend the night in a cabin in the remote fishing village of Ponta Negra, only accessible by sea or walking trail. Your guide will take you hiking on trails through wild and unspoilt Atlantic Rainforest to the beautiful sandy beaches of Sono and Antigos on the way to Ponta Negra. From Ponta Negra you will explore the remote waterfalls and pools in the Rainforest, including Saco Bravo Waterfall, perched on the rocks overlooking the rough seas.  The natural beauty of the surroundings plus the fresh seafood served on the beaches make this an unforgettable trip. The perfect escape from big city living!

There are 5 hectares of preserved Atlantic Forest, where are distributed tree climbing routes, zip lines, rappelling and kayaking.

What is Canyoning? It is to explore rivers and waterfalls using vertical and swimming tecniques for progression. The Usina River is a special place for Canyoning, it is a clear water river sourounded by the Brazillian Atlantic Rain Forest.  Hike up on the valley to the start point is a warm up and a piece of advice of what is gonna come next.  River walk, abseiling, rockslide, downclimb, swim and jump to explore this unique canyon. There are 3 options for this River - Mini Canyon - 2 hours for begginers - Lower Usina - 4 hours with caving - Upper Usina - 4 hours - for experienced

Go hiking on Brazil's only tropical fjord, the Saco do Mamanguá, on this nature tour from Paraty. Explore the Juatinga Peninsula Eco-Reserve with a small group of 10 people or fewer while enjoying a guide's commentary on the region's marine ecosystem. Let your guide lead the way up the 1,444-foot (440-meter) Mamagua Sugarloaf Peak, which allows views of the bay and rain forest. Lunch and a swim at the nearby beach included.

Explore the main attractions of Paraty by pedaling, make your script! A very pleasant tour, where you can visit several places of the city with the rental of our Mountain Bikes and enjoy the great moments of your trip. Venture out, choose your itinerary, stroll through the magic of the historic city center, the beaches and waterfalls. BIKE TOUR is an excellent activity for individual practice, as a couple and also great to do in a group with your friends and family!

Trek through the rainforest to Praia do Sono (Sono Beach) on this full-day guided tour from Paraty. Set out from Laranjeiras Village through the leafy jungle filled with native plant and animal life, learning about the area's history and natural resources from your experienced hiking guide along the way. After about an hour, reach Praia do Sono to relax and swim during several hours' free time before hiking back to your starting point. Round-trip transportation from Paraty hotels is included.

The Jeep Tour departs from Paraty to the Serra da Bocaina National Park. After hiking trails in the middle of the Atlantic forest, we will visit beautiful waterfalls like the one of the most beautiful Pedra Branca in the region. Afterwards we will go towards Vila da Penha where we will visit the waterfalls of Tobogã and Poço do Tarzan. All the waterfalls have pure and crystalline waters, great for bathing. We will also visit the Pedra Branca and Engenho D'Ouro Alembic to know the artisanal method of making cachaça and tasting with various flavors and also the Manioc Flour House where we will be able to know all the steps for its handmade production. The stop for lunch is the Villa Verde Restaurant, a pleasant environment that is flanked by the Pereque-açu River where tourists can bathe in natural pools and enjoy the nature of the place together with excellent cuisine. Vehicles used in the tour: Jeep 4x4 - Land Rover Defender and Toyota Bandeirantes

Venture into the beautiful Pico do Pão de Açúcar located in Saco do Mamanguá, a breathtaking viewpoint with a 360º view, between forests and mountains. It is a tour that stays in memory, with adventure from beginning to end.

By bike is a great way to get to know a new place! Paraty has lot´s to offer to the bikkers, bike lanes, trails, dirt roads, waterfalls... The local guide tour has interesting information that you will not find on the travel book. By bike is eco friendly, fun and the best way to go to the waterfalls in the Serra da Bocaina Mountains.

Explore the charming neighborhood of Santa Teresa known as the Monmartre carioca with its secrets unknown to tourists and at the end of the day participate in a unique experience totally different from the activities that foreigners have contact in Rio. During the clay workshop you will be in a cozy atmosphere. It is creative that you will learn new techniques and have new artistic skills and will also produce your own souvenir by joining a worldwide DIY trend. Take home a piece that will perpetuate memories and be different from the traditional Chinese souvenirs that most tourists buy on the streets of Rio. * After finishing the clay piece it takes 10 days to finish the art in the studio (drying, burning in oven and enamel). If you are in Rio after this period, delivery to your hotel is free. Shipping to your country will be charged extra fee. * The workshop is available in English, Portuguese, Spanish and Russian.

Make the most of the kayaking opportunities of Mamangua, Brazil’s only tropical fjord—all without worrying about equipment, accommodation, or navigation—on this 3-day small-group paddling trip from Paraty. Paddle green waters and mangroves; visit beaches, and kayak as much or as little as you wish thanks to having a support boat at hand. Suitable for experienced kayakers, the trip includes meals, plus two nights’ accommodation at a fisherman’s house.