Rio de Janeiro · COPACABANA & IPANEMA BEACHES
15 reviewed
This is the shortlist we’d hand a friend: the 15 copacabana & ipanema beaches tours worth booking in Rio, each with its price, its traveller verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
Beginner samba lesson in Ipanema with Rio carnival pros. Learn basic steps in an hour, try costumes, and get photos and videos.
“This was such a fun experience! We are visiting Rio for a week and this was the perfect thing to do on a Tuesday afternoon. I like the times available, we had plenty to choose from and the class was so much fun! Our instructor Gaby was great! And she was very patient!”
One hour samba crash course in Copacabana with a bilingual instructor, Rio nightlife tips, and a friendly global crowd.
“Loved it! It was so much fun! It was hard to believe that we were able to mar it work with as many people as there were! Marco was amazing and friendly and helped everyone. I went with my teenage son and he helped him too! The dance class was great with communication and getting us to the right spot, even sending a picture with an arrow so we don’t miss it. Overall great experience and would do it again.”
A one-hour samba class in Copacabana, Rio: no partner needed, small group energy, water included, learn real steps fast.
“I was the only student! Bem Vind was the instructor. He explained very clear about each step. Very professional with counts and accent of each step. He went right to the dance and I just followed him, he stopped and explained when he saw I did not get it, then we kept repeating until I felt comfortable. We did across the floor and turns, forward & backwards. This is a crash course, being a dance director of ballet and modern dance, Samba is quite challenging for me. I wish I stay for a week to take the class daily. He taught the class that we used the whole space.”
Paddle Copacabana at sunrise with a calm SUP ride, clear instruction, and a complimentary photo/video package for a memorable Rio morning.
“Fue una gran experiencia, lo único que pienso de puede mejorar es la puntualidad para comenzar la actividad ya que el amanecer estaba por salir y aún seguíamos en tierra.”
One-hour small-group surf lesson at Praia do Arpoador in Ipanema with equipment, trilingual coaching, and wave-and-sunset timing.
“simply an amazing experience with Rafael. he was kind and so helpful, it took me quite a few time to get up but he was always thoughtful with his advice and was very knowledgeable. strongly recommend this to anyone”
Copacabana and Ipanema surf lessons with local instructors. Learn first steps, safety, and real waves for 1 hour with gear included.
“En fait je n’ai pas trouvé le guide!parce qu’il n’y en avait pas!sur votre site ce sont des photos de toutes les écoles de surf d’ipanema!et personne ne représente ce site!il n’y avait pas de numéro de téléphone pour avec des explications!j’ai dû repayer pour avoir un cours! Je ne comprends pas car j’ai réservé plusieurs activités avec vous! mais pour le surf c’est à revoir! Pourriez-vous procéder à mon remboursement?”
Early 6 a.m. trek to Pedra do Telégrafo and Grumari Beach, guided by Alessandra with photo help. Small group. $73.
“Great experience! Alê is very attentive, took care of the group with great affection and even took beautiful photos!”
Walk Barra da Tijuca’s best food-and-drink stops, cross to Gigóia Island by ferry, and taste Rio with an English guide in 3 hours.
“wahnsinns tour, für den Spottpreis bekommt man so viel essen und Informationen. es ist aber Tip based, man sollte es schon danken 🙂↔️”
5-day yoga and sound healing at Ipanema Park with Yuri. Ocean views, Hatha/Vinyasa/Restorative, and calming sound instruments for $28.
“Yuri was a wonderful instructor & the location was amazing! I loved it & will come back next time I’m in Rio!”
A 150-minute small-group walk from Ipanema to Copacabana, mixing Bossa Nova, Carioca street life, and Copacabana Fort entry.
“Guia excelente, muy simpatica y que contaba muchas cosas y daba muchas explicaciones.”
Small-group 6-hour beach tour from Rio hotels to São Conrado, Barra da Tijuca, Prainha and Grumari with a live guide.
“We had a very nice English-speaking driver who showed us the most beatiful beaches. Thank you, Marcus, for this great trip and dafe driving.”
Sunrise SUP on Copacabana with gear, life jacket, and included photos. Morning class, guided paddling, and lockers at Av. Atlântica.
“Vue magnifique. Mais on a pas le droit de s'arrêter 2 secondes pour prendre une photo. Les moniteurs ne font que crier qu'il faut avancer. Plus stressant qu'autre chose. 1 seconde à l'arrêt et on se fait crier dessus. Pas relaxant pour admirer la vue”
Hike Pedra do Telegrafo with a small group, then swim at Grumari Beach in Rio’s West Zone for coast views in 6 hours.
Hike to Caeté’s summit from Prainha, then cool off at calm Grumari. Small-group day in west Rio with guide-led viewpoints.
Hike to Pedra do Telégrafo for mind-bending views, then unwind at Prainha and Grumari beaches on a 7-hour Rio tour with a guide.
