there are various companies in the area available to provide guided boat tours of the islands, with unique views of the city of rio along with its beaches, usually lasting 4 to 5 hours with a 30 minute break for swimming.

tours leave from marina da glória, in flamengo, at 10 a. m, but they are subject to cancellation in response to bad weather - in the best interest of everyone involved.

and tickets can be gotten for as little as r$65 per person if bought in advance (72 hours) with a group of ten or more.

due to occasionally rough waters, those not accustomed to boating in the open ocean, are advised to bring along seasickness medication.