Paddling near Niterói, Rio de Janeiro

Niterói sits on the eastern shore of Baía de Guanabara, directly across from Rio de Janeiro, giving paddlers access to sheltered bay waters, ocean-facing beaches, and a string of coastal lagoons. The bay crossing between Rio and Niterói is a known advanced sea-kayak route, while calmer spots like Praia de Icaraí and hidden coves along the Niterói shoreline suit beginners. Nearby lagoons — including Lagoa de Piratininga and Lagoa de Itaipu — extend the flatwater options close to the city.