Tours and boat trips in Florianópolis
Schooners, boats, dunes and lookouts: the island's most popular outings.
Updated on October 7, 2026 ✓ Information checked on October 6, 2026 adapted from the Portuguese original
Beyond the beaches, the island offers classic outings on the water and over the dunes. Before you book, choose companies registered in Cadastur, the Brazilian Ministry of Tourism’s register, and confirm what the price includes.
On the water
| Trip | Departs from | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Schooner trip around the North Bay | Canasvieiras and the North | calm water and a visit to the forts |
| Boat to Campeche Island | Armação, Barra da Lagoa and Campeche | crystal-clear water; daily visitor limit |
| Boat to Costa da Lagoa | the Centrinho of the Lagoa | lunch by the lagoon and a waterfall |
| Crossing to Naufragados | Caieira da Barra do Sul | an alternative to the trail |
On the sand and in the air
- Sandboarding on the Joaquina dunes.
- Surfing: schools usually operate at Joaquina, Praia Mole and Barra da Lagoa.
- Paragliding: the hills above Praia Mole are used for flights.
Lookouts
- The Morro da Lagoa lookout, above Lagoa da Conceição.
- The island end of the Hercílio Luz Bridge.
- The high point of the Lagoinha do Leste trail.
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