Planning
Paraty Solo: A Guide for the Independent Traveler
A small town, group tours and travelers from everywhere. Why Paraty is a great place to travel alone — and how to make the most of it.
Paraty works really well for solo travelers: it's compact, walkable and full of travelers from all over. Group tours do the social work for you, and the historic center is safe to walk at night with the usual precautions.
How to meet people
The schooner tour is the best place to make friends: a full day aboard, with swim stops and a bar that loosens conversation. Hostels in the center organize dinners and outings, and the live-music bars are easy to enjoy on your own.
Where to stay solo
For solo travelers, a hostel or a small pousada in or just beside the center puts you close to everything and makes meeting people easier. Being on foot from restaurants and departure points avoids relying on transport at night.
Safety and logistics tips
- Favor group tours for trails and the sea — safer and more social.
- Tell someone your plan for the day, especially on trails.
- Carry little cash on you and leave the rest at your pousada.
- Mornings at sea and afternoons in the center: a comfortable solo rhythm.
