Paddling near Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul

Porto Alegre, the capital of Rio Grande do Sul, sits at the confluence of the Rio Jacuí and the vast Rio Guaíba — a body of water locals debate as river or lake, but paddle as open, scenic flatwater. The Guaíba is the city's defining waterway for SUP, kayaking, and canoeing, famous for its sunsets and accessible launch points in neighborhoods like Belém Novo. Beyond the city, the Lagoa dos Patos and surrounding lagoon system extend the paddling range considerably.