Ilha Grande Ecotour

About this tour

Located off the coast of Rio, Ilha Grande is a tropical paradise!

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 the island, 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 and explore other trails.

* Boat options:

Conceição de Jacareí x Ilha Grande:
BRL 180, per person (round trip)
Duration: 45 minutes

Abraão x Pouso Beach (optional):
BRL 50, per person (one way)
Duration: 20 minutes

* Tour details:

• Pick-up time: 06am
• Tour duration: 14 hours (approx)
• Hike level: options from easy to moderate levels
• Trail duration: 2 hours (one way – moderate option)
• Trail length: 7 km / 4,3 miles (one way)
• Elevation gain: 360m / 1181ft
• Recommendations: wear light clothing and hiking shoes, daypack with water, snacks, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, swimming suits and sandals, dry clothes for changing, towel, cap or hat, sunglasses, passport or ID card, cash for tickets and extras.
  

* Prices:

• Solo traveler: check our home page with a list of tours to join in or contact us!
• Groups of 2 people – R$ 650, per person
• Groups of 3 people – R$ 620, per person
• Groups of 4 or more people – R$ 580, per person

* General Information:

• If the chosen date or the number of participants is not available, contact us to schedule the tour with your private group.
• Boat tickets costs depends on availability, type and season. Prices range from R$ 180, to R$ 200, per person.
• Round trip transfer included in South Zone of Rio: Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Botafogo, Flamengo and surroundings. Contact us if you are staying in other places in Rio.