Day 1: Start Location Paraty. You will be met at the harbour by a Tocorimé crew member and taken by dingy to her. After boarding the Tall Ship Tocorimé there will be a welcome meeting with information about the ship, an outline of the upcoming program and general instructions to make your stay onboard as enjoyable as possible. Dinner will be served and departure for Mamanguá Fjord will commence as soon as all are present and correct, a smooth 6 hour sail will delivers us to the Mamanguá Fjord where we will anchor for the night.
Day 2: Waking up to the soft sounds of the waves splashing on the hull, you are greeted to a tropical breakfast served on deck. A program of swimming, snorkeling, small hikes, or just plain relaxing awaits you. After lunch you will be presented with the options of a longer Rainforest Hike to the Păo de Açucar rocky outcrop wiTh breathtaking 360̊̊̊ view. An opportunity to rent canoes and explore beaches on your own is also possible.
Day 3: In the early morning hours the Tocorimé will lift anchor and head for the isolated cove of Cajaiba. On the way there you will witness Fantastic Islands, with calm clean waters and breathtaking jungle foliage all around. The opportunity awaits you after lunch to take an expedition upriver to the waterfalls. Whether it be swimming in the natural pools or sliding down the rocks the knowledge that you are in a remote place far away from civilization and only accessible by boat calms the soul. We pull anchor and head for Coitia (a secluded beach spot) where a barbeque on land awaits. Stories of fearsome pirates sailing the seven seas are told around an open fire as the sun gently sets.
Day 4: An early sail to Ilha Grande (assisting crew with the sails or a relaxing hammock snooze are both acceptable) A perfect opportunity to climb the mast and take a look at the multiple island paradise that you have the pleasure of sailing in. Arrival in Sítio Forte where we take a small hike to the “Blue Lagoon” where the Tocorimé is anchored awaiting your return. Perfect crystal clear water and sea life is yours to explore from the boat or with the assistance of our outboard dingy. As the sun sets on the horizon we make out way to the village of Abraăo where we head ashore to celebrate our travels and of course try the famous Brazilian “caipirinhas” and experiencing the Brazilians good nature first hand.
Day 5: Early Morning Preparation and departure for Paraty. Lunch will be served before saying your last farewell to the Captain and Crew of the Tocorimé. Arrival in Paraty by dinghy will allow for a delightful local historical souvenirs scavenger hunt while enjoying the sights and sounds of the historical center.
Is this trip for me?
If you relish the thought of an adventure! If you have ever dreamed of sailing on a wooden tall ship that commands a sense of importance wherever it goes. If the idea of a week lazing by a pool bores you to tears If you like secluded beaches, tropical rainforests, ecological reserves, waterfalls, mountain hikes! If you like to snorkel, hike, swim, dive, relax or just chill out in a hammock. If you wish to visit Island Villages, straw hut beach bars and places of outstanding natural beauty! If you want to share your experience with other active like-minded people in a unique environment, then YES this adventure is for you!
Capacity: 16 guests.
(Private cabins +25%)
Price: Euro 1200 (Min. 7 PAX)
Exclusive Chartering Price: Euro 8200
Included in Programming: Personal Professional Crew at full disposal, Room & Board (Full Board - Breakfast, Lunch and Supper and paying bar on a trust basis), Sleeping Accommodations (6 Double Bunks & 4 Singles Berths, 2 small private cabins), Beddings and Towel, Recreational Activities, Basic Sail & Navigational Training, Guided Excursions, Transport to & from Beaches, snorkelling and flotation equipment. Transfer to beaches using boats Zodiac outboard tender .
This program is ALL INCLUSIVE.
Practical Info - Sample Daily Menu
Breakfast: An ample selection of tropical fruits, juices, fresh bread, yogurts, biscuits, with jams, marmalades, cheeses, sliced ham and turkey, cereals and milk, served with fresh coffee and tea.
Lunch: A Starter Salad with Tomatoes, Beets, Onions and other Brazilian Vegetables. Breaded Fish with a delightful Shrimp Sauce, served with white Rice and Potato Purée. For desert; Passion Fruit Mousse
Dinner: Manjoica Soup with Freshly Stewed Beef served with Bread. Desert; Banana - Caramel Sauce.
Snacks: Brazilian Sweets, Hot Chocolate, Biscuits, Cakes and an abundance of Fruits.
All meals served with Water, Juice, Tea and Coffee. Alcoholic Drinks available.
What to Pack for your stay onboard the Tocorimé - As little as possible, Brazil is very hot – where we sail even the winter temperatures never get below 14 Celsius. The Tocorimé supplies basic sleeping and toilet amenities.
1. Light Clothes – shorts, t-shirts, sandals.
2. Solid walking shoes or comfortable trainers to walk in.
3. Wind-Rain Jacket and Light Sweater with a Cap or Hat
4. Clothes Change for a Relaxing Evening Out.
5. Personal Health & Hygiene Items. Sun protection
6. Camera / Video Gear – you will want to record all the special moments.
7. Recreational Equipment – Snorkeling Gear.
Refrain from packing fancy jewels, watches and other attention getting things, the more you blend into the culture – the more you will enjoy it. The Tocorimé is a safe haven in all regards.
Spending Money - On the trip we will visit some small beach hut bars and have excursions into small fishing villages where you will be responsible for purchasing your own food and drinks, but during the voyage you will mainly be in areas where there is little or no commerce what so ever. The Tocorimé has a range of branded polo shirts and hammocks for you to purchase as a memento of your trip.
Trip Preparation - Please contact your physician, or travel clinic for the most up-to-date health requirements. All countries require a valid passport (with minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy, or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. IT’S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO HAVE THE CORRECT TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION.
Travel Insurance - Travel insurance including emergency evacuation coverage (& repatriation up to US$75,000) is compulsory. You will not be permitted to participate in the trip until your group leader has seen evidence of travel insurance coverage.
Health - The nature of the trip is an activity holiday, passengers must be able to walk unassisted on their own and carry their own luggage. Passengers will be expected to climb in and out of the dingy up a small ladder onto the boat.
Accommodation / Around the boat - Tocorimé: Deck – There is a large deck with space for hanging hammocks, sleeping on the bowsprit, bar facilities, besides the helms area which sits comfortably 10 people First Level Deck – A Large common area seating 16 people for meals and get-togethers. To the side is the Navigation Room and the Tocorimé writing area. Second Level – A great saloon with seating area for up to 45 people, more forward are the guests sleeping accommodations which are set in a comfortable historical Wooden Tall Ship atmosphere; 4 single berths and 6 double berths hosting 16 guests. The sleeping accommodations are set in one large common area.
The Brazilian Tall Ship Tocorimé has 550 ft2 of sail and a 320 HP Mercedes-Benz Diesel Engine, this guarantees safe-passage to all our intended destinations. As auxiliary transport there is the 15ft durable inflatable dinghy with rigid bottom and 35 hp outboard engine, taking us to even the most remote locations.
Arrival Information - Rio de Janeiro – Paraty. 4 hour bus journey - Cost - 40 Real. Transportation from Rio de Janeiro to Paraty can be arranged by Tocorimé with an additional charge otherwise Independent organisation of travel to Paraty is required. Contact us.
Bus Times
Rio de Janeiro x Paraty: Departure Times, 04:15 - 05:30 - 08:30 - 11:00 - 14:00 – 18:00 - 19:30 - 22:00. Approx. Cost: US$22, estimated travel time 4 hrs. Schedule subject to change.
Paraty x Rio de Janeiro: Departure Times, 03:30 – 05:30 - 09:00 – 10:30 – 13:30 - 16:30 - 18:30 - 21:15. Schedule subject to change.
Personal accompanying to and from airport – bus station (including bus ticket) has a US$100 surcharge each way.
Arrival Instructions - Tocorime based in Marina do Engenho, Paraty. All guests will be met by a representative of the Tocorimé at the beginning of the Main Parati Harbour (Pier Principal do Paraty) from 12 mid day. If arriving by Bus from Rio its a 10 min walk or a R$15 taxi ride to the harbour from the bus station. From there all Guests will be taken to the Tocorimé by Zodiac.
Tocorimé Contact Info: Markus Lehmann / Captain
Tel: +55 (21) 2492-3575 / +55 (21) 9144-2556
www.tocorime.net info(at)tocorime.net
Please Note: It is our intention to stick to the itinerary as noted above; there may be factors which are out of our control so we ask for a certain amount of flexibility from out customers if we need to make small alterations to the schedule during the voyage.