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Day hike: Pão de Açúcar, Boat Tour & Caiçara Lunch

10h

Moderate

Group

English, French, Portuguese

Hike to Pão de Açúcar Peak for panoramic views of Mamanguá, Brazil’s only tropical fjord. Then take a boat ride to the head of the fjord and enjoy a home-cooked Caiçara lunch prepared by local families. Guide, round-trip boat and lunch are included.

Discover Saco do Mamanguá, the only tropical fjord in Brazil.

Often compared to the famous Nordic fjords, Mamanguá is one of the most striking landscapes on the Costa Verde. This full-day experience combines a short, steep hike, a scenic boat ride and an authentic Caiçara lunch, all in a single day from Paraty.

The hike
Climb Pão de Açúcar Peak (465 m) on a steep trail of about 1.5 km round trip, which takes around 2 hours. At the top, you are rewarded with panoramic views of the fjord and the Atlantic Ocean.

The boat ride
After the hike, board a boat and explore deeper into Mamanguá, all the way to the head of the fjord. There you get a close look at local life and Caiçara culture.

The Caiçara lunch
Enjoy a traditional meal prepared by local residents, which supports community-based tourism in the region.

Starter: salad and rice fritter
Main course: rice, beans, mashed potatoes, mussel farofa, banana farofa and breaded fish fillet
Dessert: bolinho de chuva (sweet fried dough) with coffee

Drinks are not included. Vegetarian and vegan options are available on request.

Why book this experience

Hike, boat ride and local food in one day
A unique landscape and a rare ecosystem
Direct contact with nature and Caiçara culture
Small groups with a licensed guide

What's included?

✓Licensed local guide

✓Round-trip boat transfer

✓Caiçara lunch (starter, main course and dessert with coffee)

Exclusions

✗Drinks with lunch

✗Transfer between Paraty and Paraty Mirim (optional, available on request)

✗Tips (optional)

✗Personal expenses

✗Hotel Pick-up

✗Hotel Drop-off

Please note

Departure and return: The tour starts at 7:00 AM and ends around 5:00 PM.
Difficulty: Moderate. The trail is short (about 1.5 km each way) but steep, and the climb takes about 1 hour.
Fitness: Good basic fitness is required. Not recommended for people with serious mobility, heart or knee problems.
Boat trip: The crossing depends on weather and sea conditions. The guide may change the schedule or route for safety.
Lunch: Drinks are not included and are paid separately. Vegetarian and vegan options are available on request, so please tell us when booking. Other dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated, so please bring your own food if needed.
Payments: Card payments may not be available at the lunch location. Bring some cash in Brazilian reais (R$) for drinks.
Weather: Rain can make the trail muddy and slippery, and the waterfall may be unsafe when rivers are high. If the tour cannot run because of weather, we will reschedule it or refund you.
After Booking: we send you a suggested equipment list and a participation contract with a medical form to complete.
Minimum age: 8 years. Children must be used to physical exercise and in good physical condition.
Respect the environment and local community. Please take all your trash with you and follow your guide’s instructions.

What do I need to bring?

Sturdy hiking shoes or trail sneakers with good grip
Comfortable, quick-dry clothes
Swimsuit and towel (optional)
Hat or cap and sunglasses
Sunscreen and insect repellent
Reusable water bottle (at least 1 L)
Light rain jacket or poncho
Small backpack
Cash in Brazilian reais (R$) for drinks
Camera or phone
Personal medication
(Optional) Water purification tablets (chlorine or hydrosteril), so you can refill your bottle from springs on the trail
ID or passport

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day before the start of the experience.

More information

Experience type

Day tour / activity

Booking in advance

Cut off: 1 day

Duration

10h

Difficulty

Moderate

Know before you go

Minimum age of participants is: 8

Tour ID

1327404

Operated by

Braza Tours

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