Rio da Prata and Sucuri snorkeling: Brazil’s clearest water
Rio da Prata snorkeling costs €105 for the crystal-clear water float (5.0/5, 4 hours) or €119 with hotel pickup (Rio Prata snorkeling tour, 5.0/5 from 3 reviews). The closest alternative to Bonito town is the Sucuri River float (€78, 4.2/5 from 5 reviews), and the Aquário Natural costs €78. The catalogue lists 11 floating and snorkeling trips in Bonito, from €20 with a median price of €82.
Prices, ratings and review counts updated on November 9, 2026 from the GetYourGuide catalogue. Tours Brasil is a GetYourGuide affiliate: booking through our links costs you the same and we earn a small commission.
Bonito, in Mato Grosso do Sul, is famous for rivers so clear that you can see fish and underwater plants metres below you, thanks to limestone that filters the water. A “flutuação” means drifting with the current in a mask, snorkel, life vest and wetsuit; no diving skills needed. All figures come from the Tours Brasil list of things to do in Bonito and the Pantanal.
The 10 best snorkeling floats in Bonito
Reviews are scarce across Bonito (the most reviewed activity has 7), so we flag the count for each one.
- Rio da Prata snorkeling with pickup — €119, 5.0/5 from 3 reviews, 4 hours. The river is in Jardim, about 50 km from Bonito, so the transport matters.
- Rio da Prata crystal-water float — €105, 5.0/5 from 2 reviews, 4 hours. Same experience without pickup.
- Sucuri River float — €78, 4.2/5 from 5 reviews, 2.5 hours. The most reviewed float and closer to town.
- Sucuri River snorkeling with pickup — €85, 5.0/5 from 3 reviews, 2 hours (listed as “Sucuriú”).
- Aquário Natural float — €78, 5.0/5 from 1 review, 2.5 hours. Bonito’s original float, in a spring packed with fish.
- Rio Azul fervedouro snorkeling — €110, 5.0/5 from 1 review, 4 hours. Springs where the sand “boils” with water pressure.
- Nascente Azul spring float with day use — €82, 2 hours. No reviews yet.
- Gruta do Mimoso cave float — €69, 1.5 hours. No reviews yet.
- Formoso River float with a day at Praia da Figueira — €55, 1.5 hours. The cheapest float.
- Abismo Anhumas: 72-metre abseil and cave float — €380, 3 hours. Bonito’s most extreme experience.
Also worth a look: boia cross on the Formoso River (€35, 4.5/5), the Lago Azul cave (€45, 4.2/5, with pickup) and Buraco das Araras (€41, 4.6/5 from 7 reviews), Bonito’s most reviewed activity.
Quick comparison: price, rating and pickup
| Activity | From | Rating | Reviews | Duration | Spanish guide | Pickup |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio da Prata snorkeling (pickup) | €119 | 5/5 | 3 | 4 h | No | Yes |
| Rio da Prata float | €105 | 5/5 | 2 | 4 h | No | No |
| Sucuri River float | €78 | 4.2/5 | 5 | 2,5 h | No | No |
| Sucuri River snorkeling (pickup) | €85 | 5/5 | 3 | 2 h | No | Yes |
| Aquário Natural float | €78 | 5/5 | 1 | 2,5 h | No | No |
| Rio Azul fervedouro | €110 | 5/5 | 1 | 4 h | No | No |
| Nascente Azul + day use | €82 | — | — | 2 h | No | No |
| Gruta do Mimoso | €69 | — | — | 1,5 h | No | No |
Best seller
Bonito & Pantanal4 h
Bonito: esnórquel por el río Prata
Pickup
5.0 (3) from€119
Best seller
Bonito & Pantanal4 h
Río da Prata: flotación en aguas cristalinas con gran variedad de peces
5.0 (2) from€105
Bonito & Pantanal2 h
Bonito: tour de esnórquel por el río Sucuriú
Pickup
5.0 (3) from€85
Bonito & Pantanal4 h
Bonito: Buceo con Snorkel en el Fervedouro del Río Azul
5.0 (1) from€110
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Nascente Azul: Flotación en manantial + Balneario en Bonito/MS
from€82
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Flotación en el Acuario Natural: la primera flotación de Bonito
5.0 (1) from€78
Rio da Prata or Sucuri?
Choose Rio da Prata for the longest, most famous float with the widest variety of fish: 4 hours for €105–119. Without a car, the pickup option is worth the extra €14.
Choose Sucuri if you are short on time or budget: the Sucuri float lasts 2.5 hours, costs €78 and leaves time for a cave or waterfall the same day.
With kids or nervous swimmers, the shorter Aquário Natural (€78) and Nascente Azul (€82) floats are calmer. Check minimum ages on each listing.
3-day Bonito snorkeling itinerary
Day 1: Sucuri River float (€78) and the Lago Azul cave (€45). Activities: €123.
Day 2: Rio da Prata snorkeling with pickup (€119) and Buraco das Araras (€41), a giant sinkhole with red macaws. Activities: €160.
Day 3: Aquário Natural float (€78) and boia cross on the Formoso (€35). Activities: €113.
That is €396 per person over three days, or €202 on a budget (Sucuri, Gruta do Mimoso and the Formoso float). For waterfalls, caves and the Pantanal, see our guide to things to do in Bonito.
How much does snorkeling in Bonito cost?
- Rio da Prata: €105 without transport, €119 with pickup.
- Sucuri River: €78 without transport, €85 with pickup.
- Springs (Aquário Natural, Nascente Azul, Rio Azul): €78–110.
- Short budget floats (Formoso, Gruta do Mimoso): €55–69.
- Abismo Anhumas: €380.
The median float costs €82, slightly above the Bonito-wide median of €75.5. Gear is normally included; check each listing for lunch and transport.
Plan your trip
Getting there: Bonito’s small airport has few weekly flights; most travellers fly to Campo Grande and drive about 300 km (around 4 hours). Getting around: attractions are outside town, some on dirt roads; only 6 of Bonito’s 32 activities include pickup. When to go: floats run all year; heavy storms in the December–March wet season can cloud the rivers for a few days, while the dry months usually give steadier visibility.
Where to stay: central Bonito for restaurants and short transfers, a countryside lodge if you have a car, or Jardim to be closest to Rio da Prata and Buraco das Araras.
Practical tips
- Skip sunscreen and insect repellent before floating: they are usually banned to protect the rivers.
- Daily places are limited on many rivers, so book Rio da Prata and Sucuri ahead, especially in Brazilian school holidays.
- Briefings are mostly in Portuguese; none of Bonito’s 32 activities lists a Spanish-speaking guide, so ask about English when booking.
- Never stand on the riverbed: stirring up sediment clouds the water for everyone.
- Bring an underwater camera or a waterproof phone case.
FAQ
How much is Rio da Prata snorkeling?
€105 for the 4-hour float without transport, or €119 with hotel pickup. Both are rated 5.0/5, from 2 and 3 reviews.
Rio da Prata or Sucuri: which is better?
Rio da Prata is longer with more fish; Sucuri is shorter (2.5 hours), cheaper (€78) and closer to town. With three days, do both.
Do I need to be a strong swimmer?
No. You wear a life vest and drift with a gentle current, but you should be comfortable in the water with a mask and snorkel.
How many days do I need in Bonito?
Three days cover Rio da Prata, Sucuri and a cave or spring for about €396 in activities. Five days add waterfalls and a Pantanal trip.
When is the best time for snorkeling in Bonito?
The dry months usually give the steadiest visibility. In the December–March wet season, heavy storms can cloud the water for a few days.
Do I need a visa for Brazil?
Since 10 April 2025, US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa to visit Brazil. UK and EU passport holders do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days. Always check the official Brazilian consulate website before travelling.
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