Around 4pm this Saturday (4), several vessels began to dock at Copacabana beach, in Rio de Janeiro. Many Madonna fans chose to watch the show from boats on the beach.
Until this Friday (3), the Port Authority of Rio de Janeiro had inspected 262 vessels for the event. According to the Brazilian Navy, 76% of them have already been approved and received a free pass.
As a result of the North American singer's concert, the Navy banned waterway traffic in part of the Copacabana seafront, from noon on Saturday until 4 am on Sunday (5), between Posts 1 and 5.
During the period, the Port Authority will inspect and monitor waterway traffic with three Patrol Vessels and eight naval inspection vessels. The action will also feature buoys that will demarcate the perimeter of the prohibited maritime area and the 200-meter safety strip from the beach, in which no vessel can remain or navigate.
The CPRJ emphasizes that only approved vessels will be authorized to access the maritime prohibition area and that they will also undergo a new inspection on the day of presentation, to verify the salvage material and compliance with the respective passenger capacity, informed the Navy.
In addition, drivers will have their licenses checked and will undergo a breathalyzer test.
'Vipão' on the high seas
To watch Madonna's show at sea, fans will pay up to R$34,000. The boats hold 10 to 20 people. The average price can cost approximately R$720, taking into account an option without any exclusive service.
Those who want more convenience will pay between R$1,600 and R$2,500. In these cases, packages include an open bar and open food. The menu includes catupiry shrimp, filet mignon, dessert, as well as drinks such as whiskey, caipirinha and noble beers.
The 'vipão' on the high seas also features DJs, singers and dancers.
Find out how to watch Madonna's show.
*With information from Cleber Rodrigues
Source: CNN Brasil
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