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Beach Tours in South America: 15 Weighed Up on Cost and Hours

35 tours  ·  from $11

Prices, durations and what travellers said, for 15 beach tours. The top entry is there for a reason, so start at it and work down.

Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience - Swimming, paddling, and time by the water
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Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience

1.Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 606 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $116Our pick

Meet at La Bodeguita Pier at 7:30 a.m. for a 45-minute speedboat ride to Bora Bora Beach Club on Isla Grande. Your day includes a beach bed, welcome cocktail, Colombian lunch, swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, music, and a return boat around 3 p.m. Bring cash or a card for drinks, towels, pier tax, and upgrades.

“Everything went smoothly. The lines at the port to get our arm bands for entry were somewhat long. All the staff was great. The water was clear and pretty. We could see baby fish! The food was just okay but it was included in the ticket price so no big deal. All the waiters were friendly and catered to us. The bathrooms at the beach club were surprisingly clean. We got a very warm welcome. All was good. I’d definitely go back.”

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Pedra do Telégrafo Hike and Beach Full-Day Tour - The early morning pickup and ride west
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Pedra do Telégrafo Hike and Beach Full-Day Tour

2.Pedra do Telégrafo Hike and Beach Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 417 reviews · 4 hours - 390 minutes · from $56

Start early for a guided climb through Pedra Branca State Park to Pedra do Telégrafo, 350 meters above Guaratiba. Expect a steep, roughly one-hour hike, photo stops, air-conditioned transport, and a beach break at Grumari or Prainha. Guides such as Dayvison, Erick, and Nicolas are known for patient pacing and excellent photos.

“this was a great hike, not to strenuous and relatively short if you hike often. Pedro was amazing, kind and gracious and we got there and back in the alloted time. definitely worth the trip for the views”

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Arraial do Cabo Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro: Boat Tour & Beach - Arriving in Arraial do Cabo and boarding the schooner
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Arraial do Cabo Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro: Boat Tour & Beach

3.Arraial do Cabo Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro: Boat Tour & Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 390 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $70

Travel from Rio to Arraial do Cabo for a schooner cruise along Brazil’s Costa do Sol. Swim at Ilha do Farol and Praia do Forno, photograph Pontal do Atalaia, Gruta Azul, Fenda de Nossa Senhora, and Pedra do Gorila, then eat at a local buffet. Guides may include Newton, Andrea, or Karla.

“Tour was BEYOND terrible: 1. Tour was not in English tho I asked for English. Tour Guide barely acknowledged me and never explained anything. Very rude, unprofessional, bad energy. I had to ask other ppl what this ignorant woman was saying. 2. There is a 4 hour drive from Copacabana that is not mentioned. Then another 2 hours boat ride. 3. No stopping at a beach. You only stop for an hour for ppl to jump in the water. It’s lame and boring. You basically pay and travel 6 hours to in water for an hour. 4. Boat is very loud and cheesy. Boat staff does not speak any English.…”

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Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling - Four stops, with time to actually swim
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Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

4.Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 274 reviews · 5 hours · from $22

Join Paraty Tours for a five-hour cruise through Paraty Bay, with four stops at beaches and islands for swimming and snorkeling. The boat has restrooms, bar service, music, floaties, and optional lunch. Snorkel masks are included, while kayaks and stand-up paddleboards depend on the booking option. Portuguese is the main language onboard.

“Nothing to improve it was a fabulous day. The group on the boat all mixed in and we had a great day. Lorraine & The Irish Spice Girls”

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Cartagena: Horseback Riding on the Beach at Sunset - Starting at María Palito without getting lost
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Cartagena: Horseback Riding on the Beach at Sunset

5.Horseback Riding on the Beach at Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 203 reviews · from $50

Meet José, Gabriel, Miguel, or another Coco Cartagena guide at María Palito for a 1.5-hour beach ride near La Boquilla. You’ll receive riding instruction, follow the coast on a calm horse, enter the water with wet legs, and hear about local fishing life and eco-tourism. Sunset departures offer the best light.

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Incredible Horse Riding Experience! This was an absolutely magical experience! The guide was amazing, he taught us how to ride, assessed our ability, and safely encouraged us to speed up. He also shared fascinating history, making the tour even more special. The area felt truly authentic, like stepping back in time, with locals going about their daily lives. The horses were adorable and well cared for, and the guides were extremely helpful with excellent English. Riding into the sunset was pure magic. This place deserves more attention, highly recommend! I will never forget this experience, I have ridden so many horses in my life but still seemed like once…”

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Cartagena: Paratriking Flight from the Beach - From the agency to the beach facility
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Cartagena: Paratriking Flight from the Beach

6.Paratriking Flight from the Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 176 reviews · 1 hour · from $108

Ride a two-seat paratrike above Cartagena’s beach with a professional English- or Spanish-speaking pilot. Choose a 10- or 15-minute flight, then relax at the beach facility with chairs, umbrellas, a bar, and optional extras. All-inclusive packages add hotel transport and flight photos and video.

“Pablo was very accommodating and very pleasant. Made us feel very comfortable. The ride was awesome and I would definitely do again. Such a great experience for our last day in Cartagena. Thanks again Pablo and fly Cartagena.”

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Cartagena: Isla Baru Beach Club at Playa Blanca - Walking down to Playa Blanca
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Cartagena: Isla Baru Beach Club at Playa Blanca

7.Isla Baru Beach Club at Playa Blanca

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 124 reviews · 8 hours · from $40

Travel from Cartagena across Barú Bridge to Playa Blanca, then settle into Mambo Beach Club for about five hours. Your day includes air-conditioned transport, a 30,000-peso lunch voucher, a welcome drink, beach facilities, and a bilingual guide. Bring cash for drinks, rentals, and optional water activities.

“My husband and I were unsure what to expect but overall very much enjoyed our trip to Playa Blanca. Finding our guide to board the charter bus to Playa Blanca was easy. Our start time was pushed to 10AM vs the 9AM that we had signed up for, which was a little annoying at first but worked out. It was over an hour to the beach after dropping off other guests at the Aviary. We were passed off to a waiter from Mambo once at the beach. He led us to the beach club, where we were greeted by the rest of the staff. English was limited here but manageable.…”

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Cartagena: BEACH DAY ON TIERRA BOMBA ISLAND PUNTARENA - Arriving at Punta Arena
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Cartagena: BEACH DAY ON TIERRA BOMBA ISLAND PUNTARENA

8.BEACH DAY ON TIERRA BOMBA ISLAND PUNTARENA

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 121 reviews · 1 day · from $11Best value

Reach Punta Arena on Tierra Bomba Island by a five-minute speedboat from behind the New Hospital of Bocagrande. You get beach time, swimming, scenic views, chairs, and flexible return boats from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. A fish or chicken lunch with coconut rice and patacón is available when selected. English phone and WhatsApp assistance is provided.

“Tudo como descrito no anúncio. Se atentem a ficar nas barracas mais lá pro final, comida boa e pelo preço vale a pena. A água não é azul como nas fotos mas ainda assim é uma praia bonita”

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Cartagena: Mud Volcano Tour with Lunch, Pool, and Beach - The local workers and the extra-service system
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Cartagena: Mud Volcano Tour with Lunch, Pool, and Beach

9.Mud Volcano Tour with Lunch, Pool, and Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 121 reviews · 7 hours · from $50

Leave Cartagena by air-conditioned van or bus for a 15-minute mud bath at Totumo Volcano, then spend the afternoon at a private beach complex with pools, hammocks, beach access, and lunch. English and Spanish guides, including Cesar, Kevin, Vanessa, Eliana, and Samuel on different departures, help explain the day and local tipping.

“One of the best tours we did in all of Colombia. Beach club and lunch afterwards made it better than all the other tours.”

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HORSE TOUR IN CARTAGENA BEACH - Meeting the horses and choosing your pace
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HORSE TOUR IN CARTAGENA BEACH

10.HORSE TOUR IN CARTAGENA BEACH

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 114 reviews · 2 hours · from $43

Leave Cartagena by private car for Manzanillo del Mar, about 20 minutes away. Alfonso, Napo, or another local guide matches you with a calm horse, explains the basics, and leads a one-hour beach ride. Beginners receive close help, while confident riders may trot or gallop when conditions allow. Drinks, photos, and hotel return transport are included.

“Great experience. Easy pickup and drop off. The guide was informative and the horses were perfect. We had a great time and we had a beginner and intermediate rider and it was a good fun experience for both of us. Our guide was perfect, friendly, welcoming and experienced.”

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Quiet Beach, Baru Premium to the max - What lunch includes, and what to confirm
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Quiet Beach, Baru Premium to the max

11.Quiet Beach, Baru Premium to the max

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 100 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $48

Spend about eight hours traveling from Cartagena to Playa Tranquila on Barú. You’ll ride an air-conditioned vehicle and a short boat, then settle into Jet Set Beach Club with lunch, a welcome drink, beach seating, shrimp ceviche or fruit, and time beside clear Caribbean water.

“This tour was pretty poor and is definitely NOT “premium to the max”. The only saving grace was the lunch which makes this a two star - we had the fish which funnily enough was maybe the best fish we’d had in Cartagena, shame the rest wasn’t that great. Technically we got everything we paid for (bar the shrimp cocktail, actually), but was just very low budget. They were over 30 minutes late to pick us up which is pretty annoying when we got up at 6 to be on time, the drive there was long, treacherous and the music in the van was SO loud for 7am. At the…”

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From Fortaleza: Morro Branco, Fontes, & Canoa Quebrada Beach - Leaving Fortaleza between 7:10 and 7:50 AM
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From Fortaleza: Morro Branco, Fontes, & Canoa Quebrada Beach

12.From Fortaleza: Morro Branco, Fontes, & Canoa Quebrada Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 98 reviews · 11 hours · from $19

Travel from Fortaleza to three Ceará beaches in one long day. Walk among Morro Branco’s striped cliffs, make a short stop at Fontes, then spend nearly three hours at Canoa Quebrada. Pickup is included from seafront hotels, but budget extra for the Morro Branco buggy ride and park fee, and confirm your guide’s language before departure.

“Passeio MARAVILHOSO!! Os guias estão de parabéns, sempre cuidando da gente e nos levou um pouquinho para a história do Ceará. Passeio de buggy muito bom, realmente é necessário pela distância, mas vale a pena pela paisagem e pelos pontos em que ele para. Amamos tudo e faríamos de novo esse passeio.”

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Tour Praia do Forte and Guarajuba, Leaving Salvador-Bahia. - Is $38.65 a fair price?
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Tour Praia do Forte and Guarajuba, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.

13.Tour Praia do Forte and Guarajuba, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 97 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $38

Spend about eight hours traveling from Salvador to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba with a guide and air-conditioned transport. You’ll have three hours for the TAMAR sea turtle project and Praia do Forte village, then three hours for swimming and lunch at Guarajuba. Guides such as Fito, Pavarotti, Jody, and Paulo have received strong praise.

“Excelente para observar peixinhos na maré baixa, visitar o Projeto Tamar e curtir a praia em Guarajuba. Gostei muito do passeio, atendeu às expectativas.”

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Tayrona Park Hike And Beach Day - El Zaino entry and the start at Cañaveral
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Tayrona Park Hike And Beach Day

14.Tayrona Park Hike And Beach Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $211Top rated

Spend about 10 hours hiking from Cañaveral through Tayrona’s jungle to La Piscina and Cabo San Juan. Your private English-speaking guide, such as Hugo, David, César, or Andrés, sets the pace, spots wildlife, explains local culture, and helps with park entry. Transport, water, and park fees may be included depending on your package.

“We had an A+ day hiking through the Park. Our guide, Hugo was so knowledgeable and wonderful to work with. Our driver Hadar was also terrific We will remember the day always.”

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Magical Full-Day Tour Through The Mangroves And The Beach In Isla de Barú - Playa Blanca, sand, and the limits of the beach stop
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Magical Full-Day Tour Through The Mangroves And The Beach In Isla de Barú

15.Magical Full-Day Tour Through The Mangroves And The Beach In Isla de Barú

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 90 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $45

Spend 7 to 9 hours traveling from Cartagena to Barú, relaxing at Mambo Beach, eating with a 30,000-peso lunch voucher, and taking a native boat through the mangroves. You may see fish, raccoons, and other wildlife, then try snorkeling. Guides such as Gabriel and Jose have earned praise, but timing, transport, and communication can be uneven.

“Although a bit undeveloped and certainly on the touristy side, Baru beach is a beautiful piece of the Cartagena landscape. However, I'd recommend saving yourself a few dollars and hiring a private car to take you here and simply walk into any of the plentiful beach clubs to spend your day. This tour was advertised as a bilingual tour, but my family was the only English speakers of the 20 or so guests. Most to the tour we were left confused on what was happening. Worst yet, when we were taken on the mangroves tour, we were with a few teenage kids running the tour. These kids didn't sanitize snorkel…”

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