Published: 13.11.2026
🌅 Arrival with Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana
Today, the alarm rang at 5:30 AM. But when you're arriving in Rio de Janeiro, you simply have to get up early! Even upon entering the Guanabara Bay, one of the most impressive natural backdrops in the world awaited: densely wooded hills, azure blue sea, and the iconic mountains surrounding Rio.
And of course, the most important sights were included: Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana. 😍
The last night was significantly more pleasant than the previous one. No whistling, no disturbing noises – finally a quiet cabin.
At 6:00 AM, it was time for breakfast with Sabrina. And by then, it was clear: It could only be a good day – there was tuna salad! 🥰😂
Around 7:15 AM, the guide on the pool deck began explaining the arrival. There was even a little fun fact: Our staff captain is arriving in Rio de Janeiro for the 24th time today. 😱
As we continued toward the harbor, we passed by Copacabana, Sugarloaf Mountain, and a small regional airport. Docking here is said to be quite challenging nautically.
For disembarkation, the guide recommended no excessive caution but simply common sense. Hence, we return to the topic: better to leave Rolexes and family jewels on board. 😉😂
And even he left his big camera with a heavy heart on the ship. If that’s not a statement!
🍞 First, let's have a hearty meal
After the joint arrival with Verena, it was off to second breakfast. On a day like this, you have to be prepared. 😄
By around 9:00 AM, the thermometer showed 29 degrees, with expectations of up to 32 degrees.
At 10:00 AM, we set off right on time. The best part: our requested group of 10 actually worked out – even though the arrangement had briefly been on the brink beforehand.
And thus, our Rio adventure could begin.
🎨 Selarón, Christ the Redeemer, and Sugarloaf Mountain
Our first stop led us to the famous colorful tiled staircase by the Chilean artist Jorge Selarón.
And what can I say? ULTRA crowded and ULTRA many people. 😂
Nevertheless: absolutely worth seeing! 🤩
Afterwards, we made a brief stop at the promenade, where we had our first lovely view of the Christ the Redeemer statue.
Around 12:00 PM, one of the highlights of the day followed: the cable car ride up to Sugarloaf Mountain. 🚡
The views over Rio were simply breathtaking. From above, there was a fantastic view of Copacabana and the city.
Also interesting was the story of the cable car: The gondola technology comes from Switzerland and proudly turned 114 years old on October 12.
And I had somehow imagined Sugarloaf Mountain to be much lonelier. 😂 Up there, there’s surprisingly a lot of
