Protected by a huge State Park, Ilha Grande is famous for its lush Atlantic Rainforest and beautiful beaches with emerald waters. Its waters have great visibility and great marine biodiversity.It is one of the best places for hiking and Ecotourism.
Leaving Rio early, we go to Mangaratiba or Conceição de Jacareí (approx. 2hs - 135 km / 83 miles), and embark on sea transportation to Vila do Abraão, the main of Ilha Grande, still in the morning.
Our destination on the island, Lopes Mendes beach, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful in the world.
Access can be done by trail, passing by the beautiful beaches of Palmas and Pouso. (6km / 3,7 miles - approx 3hs).
There is another option to go by boat (one way/round trip - not included), and hiking only the last and easy part of the trail (20 minutes). This way allows us to spend more time in Lopes Mendes and Pouso beaches.
* Boat options:
Conceição de Jacareí x Ilha Grande:
BRL 180, per person (round trip)
Duration: 45 minutes
Abraão x Pouso Beach (optional):
BRL 40, per person (one way)
Duration: 20 minutes
* If the chosen date or the number of participants are not available, contact us so we can try to schedule the tour with your private group.
* Round trip transfer included in South Zone of Rio: Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Botafogo, Flamengo and surroundings. Contact us if you are in other places in Rio.