Organized Tours

Lotus Turismo (tel. 098/3221-0942; www.lotusturismo.com.br) has guided tours to Alcântara that cost R$50 (US$21) per person.

Boat Tours -- If you don't like the ferry you can also sail to Alcântara on a small catamaran. The trip takes about 2 hours each way and costs R$15 (US$6.25) per person. Bring sunscreen. Inquire at the Ferry Terminal, or call Lindolfo at Catamarã Marupiara (tel. 098/9134-0059) or Campeão at Catamarã Cristalino (tel. 098/9134-0059).