Sail to Explore: Brazil
PVO Expeditions - Adventure Series
Pre-Carnival Week | Feb 15 - Feb 22, 2025
2025 Booking Opening Soon
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Event Summary
Had enough of frozen winter? Come join us for our grand escape plan. Extraordinary Tropical adventure is yet to be discovered.🌴🌊⛵💃
✔ An impact-driven adventure in the region of Ilha Grande, Rio de Janeiro.
✔ A 7-day exploration of tropical nature & vibrant culture as a crew member of a sailing expedition team.
✔ Forget the relaxing boat cruise tour, and instead, join us for an immersive experience where you can challenge your limits.
✔ After the sailing adventure, we will be experiencing the vibrant Pre-Carnival in Rio!
✔ Hosted by the local expert Erik Larsen Kunze from the PVO Expeditions team.
Culture vs Nature: 50/50
Physical Intensity: 2/5
Impact Generation:
“Push Your Boundaries and Expand Your Comfort Zone”
*Important note before you join:
Forget the relaxing boat cruise tour. This expedition is not just about sailing; it's also a journey of self-discovery. Push your boundaries and expand your comfort zone as you navigate the open waters. Learn to adapt to changing conditions, work closely with your fellow crew members, and discover the strength within you.
Meet the Host
Erik and Junhee are offshore sailors combining over 20 years of sailing experience. Both are the founders of PVO Expeditions; a nonprofit organization born to pursue adventure projects with positive impact goals in mind, connecting SDGs to every opportunity people get out in nature.
The duo is driven by the elements; such as water, wind & snow, and enjoys outdoor activities at all times. They are always seeking new ways to explore nature and push boundaries through exciting adventures.
What to Expect?
Week 1
7 days (6 nights) sailing on a yacht focused on exploring the local scenes and active adventure; Atlantic Ocean sailing, mountain hikes, waterfalls, water sports, caipirinhas, and lots of swimming and relaxing. A week to be surrounded by authentic culture and unique tropical nature.
Week 2 (Optional)
Pre-Carnival week in Rio. As soon as you return back to the base port, get ready for a new week beginning with the one-of-a-kind experience! We will be enjoying the festival to the fullest, fueled by lots of local recommendations and events. (*Accommodation in Rio not included)
What Impact Do We Create?
At PVO Expeditions, our firm belief is that we can spread positive energy while having lots of fun. In fact, the impact is greater when people are having such an amazing time together and that energy can be transferred to others even bigger scale as a remarkable experience. Imagine the world we can create when we all have this mindset. The rest is assured. 😍
*This route will focus on the advancement of the inner self by emerging into the local settings; discovering the culture, nature, and people, and unfolding the social aspects of the region.
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Community improvement and influence on the local community: talks & taught session
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Walk the talk session: i.e. How to interact with the local community in a way where both sides have a positive experience
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Open discussion & self-reflection session to help advance consciousness and overcome individual challenges: https://www.innerdevelopmentgoals.org/
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Group onboard challenge: i.e. Zero plastic waste
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Share & spread knowledge: i.e. Harnessing wind power to travel from A to B, understanding weather systems and navigation skills to put to use in everyday life, how to overcome anxiety, etc.
Unique Experience Curated by Local Legend
Born and raised in Rio, Brazil, Erik has been sailing in the region on his family boat since the early days even before he learned how to walk.
Let Erik show you one of the best sailing regions of the world, topped with local knowledge and warm culture - handpicked and exclusively curated by his well-known network in the area, only to be enjoyed by a small group.
Where Are We Sailing?
Notable locations:
Sítio Forte, Lagoa Azul, Abraão, Lopes Mendes, Praia dos Meros, Paraty Mirim, Saco do Mamanguá, Ilha da Gipóia, and other hidden gems.
(*Specific Route is weather dependent)
What you will be doing?
Hiking in exuberant Tropical rainforest
Clear & warm water suitable for night swimming (24C°/75 F)
Incredible views from the Brazilian Fjord - Mamangua
Waterfall and Mangroves day trips
Historical Paraty Town visit
Exploring the coast and learning about sailing/navigation
Practical Info
200 Km south of Rio de Janeiro GIG Airport (2 hours by Car)
Check-in info will be sent upon trip confirmation
Ilha Grande and Paraty Mirim regions
Home is Where You Float - Yacht Options
Premium - Catamaran
Big deck+living area, better comfort & spacious
Capacity: 8-10 People (2 crews sharing a cabin)
- Early bird price :2,000 euro per person
- Regular price (from Oct 15, 2024) :2,200 euro per person
*Limited spots available (12 only)
*Please send a private inquiry for single cabin option.
Standard - Monohull
Better sailing experience & affordable
Capacity: 8-10 People (2 crews sharing a cabin)
Starting from: Not available for 2025
What is included?
⛵ Included
Boat & Equipment
Accommodation (6 Nights)
Professional Skipper
Bed & Linen + Final Cleaning
Dinghy and outboard engine
Route and activities planning
Sailing and navigation lessons
🎈 Extras
Food & Drinks
Port fees
Yacht Fuel & Water
Transfers from/to Rio airport Galeao (GIG)
*Extra cost estimation: 250€ per person without alcoholic drinks
The Real Carnival Experience
The famous Brazilian Rio Carnival starts on Saturday, Feb. 28th, 2025. After the sailing adventure, we will be experiencing the vibrant Pre-Carnival in Rio! A once in a lifetime experience you should not miss.
*What is Pre-Carnival?
It's a week before the real carnival but this is more of the local event which we will avoid massive tourist crowds but be able to immerse ourselves in the local scene.
What is Rio Carnival About?
A celebration of culture, united people, and music with original songs and drum beats that won’t leave you standing. 💃
Don’t forget to bring costumes, Brazilians are very creative with ideas!
Sambodromo official parade - this is where the professional samba schools compete for the title of the Carnival crown of the year.
Street Carnival with over 500 parades with real musicians playing during the 5-day period. Full costumes is is a must for the whole experience!
Carnival special events - As if there weren’t enough parties, privately organized events take over the city, making Carnival a day and night non-stop event.
Sneak peek from Sail to Explore: Brazil 2023 from our PVO friend Elena :)
How to Join the Event
So you want to join us in one hell of an adventure? Great! 🤩
Our events are carefully curated and co-created by the hosts in conjunction with the PVO Expeditions crew, it’s best to reach out to us and get directly connected for more info and the questions you might have about the booking procedure. That way we can give you more thorough answers and vice versa, you can ask private and personal questions if needed.
Important Dates:
Signup opening Summer 2024
Welcome email + specific info will be sent out a few weeks prior to the event start. So make sure you secure your spot on time, and we hope to see you in Brazil soon!
-Muito 💖 from Team PVO
Have Questions? Contact Us!
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance. Please use the form below, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. Your inquiries are important to us!
