Maresias Adventure Package: Biking Through the Village, a River Swim, and Rappelling in One Day
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Quick answer
The Maresias Adventure Package fills a whole day: it departs at 9 am from the agency for a Biketour through the village and its murals, continues with a river swim at Poço do Caetano, and wraps up with Lookout Rappelling, at 10 meters (33 ft), at 2 pm. The day ends around 3 pm, with bicycle, guide, and insurance included.
Got a whole free day and want to see Maresias beyond the beach? The Maresias Adventure Package has the itinerary covered: biking through the village, a swim in a natural river pool, and wrapping up the afternoon rappelling down with an ocean view.
Departure is at 9 am from the MaresiasTur agency, at Av. Francisco Loup, 500, and the day ends around 3 pm, for a total of about 6 hours. A bicycle, safety equipment, a local guide, and individual insurance are included; lunch is extra.
What is the Adventure Package's hour-by-hour itinerary?
- 9 am, departure from the agency (Av. Francisco Loup, 500) for the Biketour 360º through the village of Maresias, passing by the Beco da Mulher Maravilha (Wonder Woman Alley) and the murals of the "Colorindo Maresias" project.
- River swim in the natural pool of Poço do Caetano, on the Rio Maresias.
- Lunch break (not included), with time to rest.
- 2 pm, Lookout Rappelling, 10 meters (33 ft) with up to two descents, on the Trilha dos Mirantes.
- Around 3 pm, activities wrap up, with free time to enjoy the late afternoon at the beach.
What does the Biketour show of Maresias?
The Biketour shows the village's cultural side: the street art of the Beco da Mulher Maravilha and the "Colorindo Maresias" murals turn the bike ride into an open-air gallery. The bicycle and safety equipment are provided as part of the package.
The same Biketour 360º is also sold on its own, with an easy-level route for anyone who knows how to ride a bike; sold separately, it doesn't accept babies or children up to age 10. Anyone who wants just that part can read the guide to the Biketour 360º in Maresias.
What is the swim at Poço do Caetano like?
After the bike ride, the stop is at the natural pool of Poço do Caetano, on the Rio Maresias. It's a refreshing freshwater swim, quite different from the ocean, and a good break before lunch. It's worth wearing swimwear underneath and bringing a small towel. Other waterfalls in the region are in the guide to waterfalls in Maresias.
What is Lookout Rappelling like at the end of the day?
At 2 pm, after lunch, the group follows the Trilha dos Mirantes, 2 km (1.2 mi) and easy level, to the rappel point, between Paúba and Maresias. It's 10 meters (33 ft) high, with up to two descents, and the guide teaches the technique and checks the equipment beforehand. For anyone who has never rappelled before, the guide to rappelling for the first time answers the most common questions, and the post on Lookout Rappelling covers the activity in detail.
What's included and how much does it cost?
| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| Biketour 360º through the village of Maresias | Drinks |
| Bicycle and safety equipment | Food (including lunch) |
| Trilha dos Mirantes and Lookout Rappelling | Transportation to the location |
| Local guide and individual insurance | Personal expenses |
The package costs R$ 150 per person (reference price for September 2026) and is designed for groups from 2 people, with up to 10 participants per departure. The current price and open dates are on the Maresias Adventure Package page. Ecotourism activities are paid in advance; the cancellation policy explains refunds and rescheduling, including when weather cancels the departure.
For comparison, here are the September 2026 reference prices for the activities sold separately:
| Activity | Duration | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
| Biketour 360º | About 3 hours | R$ 90 |
| Lookout Rappelling | About 3 hours | R$ 120 |
| Adventure Package (both, same day) | About 6 hours | R$ 150 |
Who is the Adventure Package for?
For anyone who enjoys light physical activity and wants local culture, street art, and nature all in one day. The bike ride and the Trilha dos Mirantes are easy level, and the 10-meter (33 ft) rappel was designed for first-timers. If there's any health condition that could affect the activity, let the team know before booking.
Traveling with kids or teens? MaresiasTur uses the same age brackets across all its tours: Baby (up to 2), Young child (3 to 10), Teen (11 to 17), Adult (18 to 64), and Senior (65 and up). Each tour may not accept some of these brackets, and the price for each one appears on the tour page. Since the package includes the Biketour 360º, check the Adventure Package page for which brackets are accepted before booking. Minors under 18 book together with a responsible adult.
What should you bring for a full day of adventure?
- Closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing for biking and rappelling.
- Swimwear underneath and a small towel for the river swim.
- A water bottle, sunscreen, and a cap.
- Cash or a card for lunch.
It's recommended to arrive at the agency 30 minutes before 9 am. Since Uber and 99 don't work in São Sebastião, it's worth planning your transportation with the guide to getting to and around Maresias. For anyone who prefers the experiences separately, there's Lookout Rappelling, the Biketour, and the 7 Quedas Waterfall hike; the guide to hikes in Maresias gathers the region's guided walks.
Frequently asked questions
- What time does the Maresias Adventure Package start?
- Departure is at 9 am from the MaresiasTur agency, at Av. Francisco Loup, 500, and rappelling happens at 2 pm. The day ends around 3 pm.
- How much does the Maresias Adventure Package cost?
- R$ 150 per person, including Biketour, Lookout Rappelling, guide, and insurance (reference price for September 2026; the tour page shows the current price).
- Is lunch included in the Adventure Package?
- No. There's a lunch break in the itinerary, but the meal is paid separately.
- Can kids do the Adventure Package?
- Check the accepted age brackets on the tour page before booking. The package includes the Biketour 360º, which, sold separately, doesn't accept children under 11, and minors under 18 book together with a responsible adult.
- Where is Poço do Caetano?
- It's a natural pool on the Rio Maresias, the swimming stop on the Adventure Package after the Biketour.
- What's the minimum number of people for the Adventure Package?
- The package is designed for groups from 2 people, with up to 10 participants per departure.
