Bachelorette (and Bachelor) Party in Maresias: Boat, Itinerary and Where to Stay
By MaresiasTur · · 7 min read
Quick answer
A bachelorette/bachelor party in Maresias centers on the exclusive boat, where the group can bring drinks, have music and decorate the boat, with capacity for 12 to 25 people depending on the vessel. Rappelling and hiking come before the party, and the group stays comfortably in flats and suites with an extra bed.
A bachelorette (or bachelor) party in Maresias brings together three things the region does well: beach, adventure in the Atlantic Forest, and a full day at sea with the group. The highlight is usually the exclusive MaresiasTur boat tour, where the boat is reserved just for your group, with a licensed boat captain, and you're allowed to bring drinks, have music, and decorate the boat.
This itinerary shows how to plan 2 or 3 days, how many people fit on each boat, how to split the bill, where to stay with the group, and the responsible-drinking rules that apply on board.
What's the party like on the exclusive boat?
On the exclusive boat, nobody shares the space with other passengers. The agency confirmed that, in this format, the group can:
- bring alcoholic drinks, which are not included in the tour;
- have music on board;
- decorate the boat with the party's theme.
The itinerary with the most party time is the Private Boat Tour – Ilha do Montão de Trigo + The 3 Islands: about 4 hours around the four islands of the South Coast (Ilha do Montão de Trigo, Ilha das Couves, Ilha dos Gatos and As Ilhas), with stops to swim in crystal-clear spots. For a shorter tour or a sunset departure, there's the Private Boat Tour – The 3 Islands of the South Coast, about 3 hours, with morning, afternoon or sunset departures.
Both depart from Boiçucanga Beach, a few minutes from Maresias, with the exact meeting point sent via WhatsApp. Food and drinks are not included: the group brings what it will consume. Choose decorations that won't blow away in the wind, and bring back everything that went aboard, including trash.
How many people fit on the boat, and how much is it per person?
Capacity depends on the boat:
| Boat | Model | Maximum capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Peixão | Real Power Class boat, 24 ft, Mercury 200 HP engine | up to 12 people |
| Gerônimo 1 | Real Power Class boat, 24 ft, Mercury 200 HP engine | up to 14 people |
| Gerônimo 2 | Avatar Infinity boat, 30 ft, Mercury 250 HP engine | up to 25 people |
The price is per boat, not per person, and changes with the size of the group (reference prices from September 2026; the current price appears on the tour page). Split among the group, it works out like this:
| Itinerary | Group size | Boat price | Per person at full capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montão de Trigo + The 3 Islands (about 4 h) | up to 6 | R$ 2.500 | about R$ 417 |
| Montão de Trigo + The 3 Islands | up to 8 | R$ 2.800 | R$ 350 |
| Montão de Trigo + The 3 Islands | up to 10 | R$ 3.000 | R$ 300 |
| The 3 Islands of the South Coast (about 3 h) | up to 10 | R$ 2.200 | R$ 220 |
| The 3 Islands of the South Coast | up to 12 | R$ 2.700 | R$ 225 |
| The 3 Islands of the South Coast | up to 14 | R$ 2.850 | about R$ 204 |
The published brackets go up to 10 people on the Montão de Trigo itinerary and up to 14 on the 3 Islands one. For larger groups, who need the Gerônimo 2, the itinerary, price and availability are confirmed by the team on WhatsApp (12) 99650-9051. Private tours require a 50% deposit at booking, with the rest due at boarding. More comparisons are in how much does a boat tour in Maresias cost.
2-day itinerary for the party
Day 1: adventure and dinner with the group
- Morning: 96-meter (315 ft) rappelling at Calhetas Waterfall, departing at 9 a.m. from the agency (Av. Francisco Loup, 500, Maresias) and lasting about 3 hours. Accredited guides, equipment and individual insurance are included. Minimum age and weight are not published: check with the team.
- Afternoon: check-in, lunch and pool time at the accommodation.
- Evening: group dinner at Restaurante Ravenala, at Pousada Porto Mare, which is open to the public (for a group table, check with the restaurant), or dinner in the village.
Day 2: boat day
- Morning: Private Boat Tour – Montão de Trigo + The 3 Islands, with music, decorations and the group's drinks. The time is arranged with the team on WhatsApp.
- Afternoon: relax on Maresias Beach before heading home.
- Evening: those staying one more night can end the day with sunset at the beach.
3-day itinerary: hiking, Adventure Package and boat day
Day 1: arrival and waterfall
- Afternoon: hike to 7 Quedas Waterfall, at 2 p.m.: 2 km round trip, easy level, with an accredited ecotourism guide and a swim at the waterfall.
- Evening: dinner in the village.
Day 2: Adventure Package
- Morning: the Maresias Adventure Package departs at 9 a.m. from the agency with the Biketour 360º around the village, the murals at Wonder Woman Alley (Beco da Mulher Maravilha) and a swim at Poço do Caetano, on the Maresias River.
- Afternoon: after lunch (not included), at 2 p.m., 10-meter (33 ft) Lookout Rappelling, with up to 2 descents. The package ends around 3 p.m.
- Evening: dinner at Ravenala or in the village.
Day 3: the party at sea
- Morning: Private Boat Tour – Montão de Trigo + The 3 Islands, about 4 hours long.
- Afternoon: return.
Those who want a sunset party can swap day 3's morning for the Private Boat Tour – The 3 Islands in the late afternoon, with the departure time confirmed by the team.
Responsible drinking: the rules for the party on board
- No alcohol for anyone under 18, even if they're part of the group.
- Drinks only after the adventure. Rappelling, diving and the other adventure activities are done without alcohol; drinks come afterward, never before.
- Follow the boat captain's instructions throughout the tour. The crew may bar anyone who puts their own safety or others' at risk from taking part.
- Arrange who's driving. Uber and 99 don't operate in São Sebastião, and whoever drives to Boiçucanga or back doesn't drink.
- Bring plenty of water: strong sun and drinking call for hydration.
Where to stay with the group in Maresias?
The accommodations in this itinerary are MaresiasTur partners. For bachelorette/bachelor parties, the two that best suit groups are:
- Pousada Villa Blu Maresias, on Av. Guanabara, 196: 4 types of accommodation, between suites and flats, and the flats work well for groups (confirm capacity with the property). It has a pool heated year-round between 26 and 28 °C (79–82 °F), a sauna, a lookout point, parking and a full breakfast, about an 11-minute walk from the beach.
- Pousada Porto Mare, on R. Sebastião Romão César, 400, about 150 m (500 ft) from the beach: couples' suites and suites with an extra bed, a heated saltwater pool with an integrated jacuzzi and night lighting. Restaurante Ravenala, rooted in caiçara (coastal Brazilian) tradition with contemporary touches, is on the property; for a group dinner, contact the restaurant via WhatsApp (12) 98137-1250.
Special discount code: MARESIASTUR. When booking directly with this itinerary's partner accommodations, mention the code MARESIASTUR for a special discount. Conditions, dates and availability are set by each property.
How to book the boat and get to the departure point?
The exclusive boat is booked directly with the team via WhatsApp (12) 99650-9051: provide the date, number of people and itinerary. On the day, arrive at the departure point 30 minutes early. Since there's no ride-hailing app in town, arrange the group's cars in advance; the guide on how to get to Maresias and get around helps with planning.
If weather, maritime safety or an operational issue prevents departure, the group can choose between rescheduling at no cost or a full refund; the other rules are in the cancellation policy. To compare formats, see shared or private tour: how to choose. Anyone getting married in the region can find the rest of the planning in wedding in São Sebastião, and groups without a bride or groom have the trip with friends in Maresias itinerary. More itineraries are in the itineraries category.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I bring alcoholic drinks on the boat in Maresias?
- Yes, on the exclusive boat the group can bring alcoholic drinks, which are not included in the tour. No alcohol for anyone under 18, and drinks come only after rappelling or diving, never before.
- Can you decorate the boat and have music at the party?
- Yes. On the exclusive boat it's allowed to decorate the boat and have music on board. Choose decorations that won't blow away in the wind, and bring everything back.
- How many people fit on the boat for a bachelorette party?
- It depends on the boat: the Peixão holds up to 12 people, the Gerônimo 1 up to 14, and the Gerônimo 2 up to 25. For groups above the published brackets, the team confirms price and availability via WhatsApp.
- How much does the boat cost per person for a bachelorette/bachelor party?
- The price is per boat. On the exclusive The 3 Islands boat, R$ 2.850 for up to 14 people works out to about R$ 204 per person; on the Montão de Trigo itinerary, R$ 3.000 for up to 10 people works out to R$ 300 per person (reference prices from September 2026; the current price appears on the tour page).
- Can you do rappelling and the boat tour on the same day?
- Yes, as long as the adventure comes first: the Calhetas rappelling departs at 9 a.m. and lasts about 3 hours, and the boat can leave in the afternoon or at sunset. Drinking only starts after rappelling.
- Where should the bachelorette/bachelor party group stay in Maresias?
- Pousada Villa Blu has flats that work well for groups, and Pousada Porto Mare has suites with an extra bed. Both are MaresiasTur partners and accept the MARESIASTUR coupon on direct bookings, with conditions set by each one.
