Glide by private boat around the wild, forested Ilha de Porto Belo, snorkeling crystal-clear waters at Caixa D'Aço beach and landing on protected Atlantic Forest trails. One of Santa Catarina's most pristine natural jewels — a true bucket-list sea escape.
What to expect
Board a small, well-appointed motorboat from Porto Belo's quay and skim across translucent green water toward the forested silhouette of Ilha de Porto Belo. Your naturalist guide narrates the Atlantic Forest ecosystem before you drop anchor at Caixa D'Aço, rated the region's finest snorkeling spot, where sergeant majors and parrotfish swirl around rocky outcrops. A short nature walk through the island's interior reveals endemic bromeliads and, if you're lucky, a toco toucan overhead. The tour concludes with a slow coastal return past Praia do Estaleiro, cameras full and spirits high.
Good to know
Tours depart from Porto Belo pier and run approximately 3 hours — comfortably within a typical 8-hour port call. Pre-book directly with Zimbros Ecotour; private charters should be reserved at least 48 hours in advance. Bring reef-safe sunscreen and water shoes.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Porto Belo (Santa Catarina) — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Porto Belo (Santa Catarina)
- 10 Deserted Beaches & Waterfall Trails: Ecological Kayak Trek
- Bombinhas Marine Reserve: Certified Dive Baptism at Estaleiro
- Balneário Camboriú: City Skyline & Unipraias Park Cable Car
- Pereque & Estaleiro Beaches: Private Luxury Beach Day
- Santa Catarina Gastronomy & Culture: Private Porto Belo Village Walk