Florianópolis Tours: 15 Picked and Priced

1.European Valley – Blumenau and Pomerode

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 101 reviews · from $34Our pick

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Florianópolis to Blumenau and Pomerode in an air-conditioned vehicle. See Blumenau’s cathedral, old railway station, Vila Germânica, and German-style streets, then visit Pomerode’s tourist portal, Schmidt porcelain, zoo, dinosaur park, and Schornstein Brewery. Guides such as Ricardo and Guilherme have been praised for clear explanations.

“Todos os momentos foram perfeito durante a viagem. Inclusive o guia, que nos deu assistência de um excelente trabalho nos passando informações valiosíssimas… tem um conhecimento perfeito. Sem falar que nos divertiu o tempo doto. Teve até sorteio no final. Eu recomendo. Nota 100 🙃👏🏻👏🏻”

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2.Balneário Camboriú tour and cable car ride from Florianópolis

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $46

Travel from Florianópolis to Balneário Camboriú for a guided city tour, beach stops, and the Unipraias cable car. You will ride between three stations, see the coast from 240 meters up, and have time at Praia das Laranjeiras. Hotel pickup is included, but park admission and optional rides cost extra.

“El guía muy amable, gracias Edson, lo pasamos en grande. Nos ayudó a gestionar nuestras actividades, consejos útiles de dónde comer, las actividades más recomendadas entre otras. Muy recomendado”

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3.Germanic Route – Cultural and historical in Ilhota, Blumenau and Pomerode

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $28

Spend about eight hours visiting Ilhota, Blumenau, and Pomerode from Balneario Camboriu. An air-conditioned vehicle, guide, and round-trip accommodation transfers are included. Expect German-influenced architecture, Oktoberfest culture, local food, shopping, and time in Pomerode, where German is spoken by much of the population.

“What a great tour! We loved every minute. This was our first time in Brazil and Jilson and Junior made our day unforgettable. Very fun conversation, lots of good explanations, and the places we visited were both historic and beautiful. Did I mention the great food? Hope to do this again with our kids!”

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4.Balneário Camboriú, Unipraias and Laranjeiras – Exit Floripa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · from $29

Travel from Florianópolis to Balneário Camboriú for Unipraias cable cars, Atlantic Forest views, Laranjeiras Beach, a 40-minute aquarium visit, city sights and a colonial coffee stop. Tickets and lunch cost extra. The group can reach 40 people, and guides such as Pedro have earned praise for their friendly service.

“Muito boa. Guia muito bacana. Valeu. Muitos lugares incríveis. Balneário cheio de atrativos. ItaguaSul atende muito satisfatório.”

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5.Camboriu & Unipraias Park with Cable Car Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 63 reviews · 10 hours · from $36

Travel from Florianópolis to Balneário Camboriú by guided coach, ride the Unipraias cable cars through three stations, see Atlantic Forest from 240 meters up, and spend the afternoon at family-friendly Laranjeiras Beach. Portuguese and Spanish guides are included, along with round-trip transport and park admission. Guide Marcio has also assisted guests in English.

“Faltó mayor coordinación y organización por parte de la Guía. Fue mucha improvisación y eso complicó la excursión y el poder disfrútalo de mejor forma.”

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6.Floripa Total – Leaving Florianópolis by Itaguasul Turismo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 56 reviews · from $25Best value

Spend about eight hours touring Florianópolis by air-conditioned vehicle, with a guide-driver, hotel pickup available, and stops across the center, east and north of the island. You will see historic squares, beaches, lagoons, viewpoints and the TAMAR Project, with lunch time at Barra da Lagoa. Food and tickets cost extra.

“Gostei da experiência, pontualidade,e nosso guia foi fantástico, explicou claramente cada ponto, foi gentil, nos oferecu água, me esperava sempre, me buscou quando fiquei pra trás, realmente foi um passeio super agradel, recomendo.”

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7.Germanic Roots Tour Blumenau and Pomerode

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $28Top rated

Spend about 10 hours visiting Blumenau and Pomerode from Balneário Camboriú. Guides such as Fábio and Edna explain local history while you see colonial buildings, the Beer Museum, Vila Germânica, breweries, chocolate shops, a zoo, and family attractions. Transport, guide service, and round-trip travel are included.

“Super thematic location, you feel in Germany right, the shops are very cool with differentiated products and first-class service. Very good food too. I loved this place, would like to come back at the October fest.Auto-translated”

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8.Diving with Turtles in Floripa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $97

Join Adrenailha Aventuras in Florianópolis for a four-hour introductory scuba session near Xavier Island. You’ll receive a safety briefing, equipment, boat transport, and close supervision from a qualified instructor. The trip also includes snorkeling, tropical fruit, and a chance to spot turtles, corals, fish, crabs, eels, and other sea life. Groups are limited to eight.

“Team was super friendly and knowledgable We did see turtles and had great fun Amazing experience defiantly recommend”

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9.Paragliding flight with instructor in Florianópolis

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 49 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107

Meet OVNI Escola de Parapente in São João do Rio Vermelho for a tandem flight with a CBVL-qualified instructor. The full activity lasts about 90 minutes, while you spend roughly 10 to 15 minutes in the air above Florianópolis. The route takes in Praia Brava, Ingleses, Ponta das Canas, Cachoeira do Bom Jesus, and Canasvieiras.

“Great experience. Very professional team!! Organized and safe. The instructor was a pro and the entire process was easy. The views are amazing.”

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10.Discover Florianópolis: Full Day City Tour and Local Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 47 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $31

Spend about eight hours touring Florianópolis with hotel pickup, a local guide, and a small taste of the island’s history, beaches, and lagoon country. Visit Praça XV de Novembro, Hercílio Luz Bridge, Lagoa da Conceição, Joaquina Beach, and Barra da Lagoa. Lunch is on your own, and moderate walking calls for comfortable shoes.

“O City tour foi abrilhando pelo guia Ricardinho que propiciou uma gama de informações de Florianópolis e região.”

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11.East Lake Trail and Morro da Coroa with photo session

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $41

Join Jucilene, known as Juci, for a five-hour Portuguese-language hike from Pântano do Sul to Morro da Coroa. The six-kilometer route takes about 1.5 hours uphill, with moderate terrain, forest shade, sea views, and a professional photo session at the summit. Groups are limited to six people, and photos arrive by the end of the day.

“The tour was excellent!! And our guide was really attentive, interesting and great at taking pictures with the view. I strongly recommend if you’re in Florianópolis.”

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12.Turtle Snorkeling by Adrenailha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $60

From Barra da Lagoa, take a 20-minute speedboat to Xavier Island for up to two hours of snorkeling in a protected bay. Adrenailha supplies a wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, floats, water, and fruit. Guides such as Eduardo, Sergio, Emanuel, and Lucas assist beginners and help you spot turtles and reef fish.

“Great experience! I saw at least four turtles and a wonderful selection of fish. Our guides were fantastic.”

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13.RAFTING AVENTURA

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 41 reviews · 3 hours · from $58

Meet at Floripa Rafting in central Florianópolis, then ride to Santo Amaro da Imperatriz for 5 km of river action and 14 rapids. Guides such as Franco, Javi, and Giva lead small groups in several languages. Expect rock jumps, a natural water source, fruit snacks, and optional professional photos and GoPro videos.

“Loved the guide he was super cool and lead us through some of the coolest rapids I have ever seen in the jungle. Huge adventure! Can’t speak highly enough about it!”

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14.Kayak Water Trail in Red River Park by Adrenailha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $68

Spend about two hours kayaking around Rio Vermelho State Park and Lagoa da Conceição in Florianópolis. Adrenailha provides kayaks, paddles, life vests, safety gear, instruction, and a guide such as Sergio or Diana. The route changes with wind, weather, and your group’s ability, with stops for nature and local culture.

“La remada por zonas realmente naturales. Parque y lago. Quia excelente y muy empática. Es algo para repetir”

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15.Transporte Beto Carrero – Leaving Florianópolis by Itaguasul Turismo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · from $25

Travel from Florianópolis to Beto Carrero World in an air-conditioned vehicle with Itaguasul Turismo. You leave at 8:00 am, get about nine hours of free time in the park, and return to the same meeting point. Admission, food, and personal expenses are not included.

“Fui dia 19/05/24 atendimento excelente, veiculo confortável, oferecem água para caso tenha sede, motorista dirigiu muito bem, achei tudo muito seguro, uma ótima experiência, recomendo.”

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