Santos Fishing & Barbecue Boat Trip: Gear, Guide, and Grill
Spend a day fishing off Santos with an experienced captain, on-board guide and a waterfront barbecue. This full-day boat trip supplies rods, bait and a grill so you can fish, swim and eat fresh catch by the sea.
The Experience
Before You Go
Bring motion-sickness medication
If you’ve never been offshore, take anti-nausea meds before boarding; the captain may encounter choppy patches near the estuary.
Protect from sun
Wear a broad-brim hat, polarized sunglasses and SPF 50+ sunscreen—the boat’s shade is limited despite a canopy.
Non-slip footwear
Choose closed, rubber-soled shoes for safe movement on wet decks and when stepping onto smaller dinghies or sandbanks.
Follow crew safety briefings
Listen to instructions during baiting and landing; hooks and knives are in use and the crew manages the BBQ and fish handling.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Early-morning anchorage near the estuary mouth for calm water and good light
- •Visit Santos’ Mercado Municipal after the trip for fresh seafood and local snacks
Wildlife
- •Bottlenose dolphins
- •Coastal seabirds (egret and brown pelican)
Conservation Note
Respect catch limits and avoid single-use plastics; the crew follows local disposal rules to protect estuary habitats and marine life.
Santos grew as a major export port during Brazil’s coffee boom; the harbor and canals still shape local livelihoods and fishing methods.
What to Bring
High-SPF sunscreenEssential
Protects exposed skin during long daylight hours on open water.
Non-slip deck shoesEssential
Provides grip on wet surfaces and safer movement around the boat.
Seasickness tablets or wristbandsEssential
Most effective if taken before boarding to prevent motion sickness in choppy conditions.
Light waterproof jacket
Shields against sea spray and sudden coastal rain, especially in cooler months.
Common Questions
Is pickup and drop-off included?
Yes—the tour includes pickup and drop-off from hotels, the airport or the port within Santos as arranged during booking.
Do I need prior fishing experience?
No—gear, bait and instruction are provided and guides teach techniques suitable for beginners and experienced anglers.
Can we eat what we catch?
Yes—catch can be prepared on the onboard barbecue, but the crew also provides a full BBQ spread so everyone eats regardless of catches.
What species might we catch?
Common targets include sea bass, corvine and yellow hake, though catches vary with season and fishing spot.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
About 13 hours
Location
Santos, São Paulo
Difficulty
easy
Fitness Level
Low-impact: suitable for most fitness levels but expect long periods standing and some mobility boarding the boat
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