Adventure Sports

Canoar, Travessa Oscar Lopez 63, loja 02 (tel. 022/2623-2551), runs nature treks, rappelling trips, and rafting expeditions in the Serramar region, about 30 minutes inland from Búzios. A 2-hour trek to a waterfall along the Pai João Trail costs R$25 (US$11), transfer and light lunch included. A 3-hour rappelling trip, including a descent down a 25m (82-ft.) cliff face, costs R$49 (US$21), transfer and light lunch included. Rafting trips leave twice daily, at 9am and 2pm. Participants descend 5km (3 miles) down a Class III river in either six-person or two-person inflatable rafts. Cost is R$56(US$23). Minimum age is 12.