Ilha Grande: all 9 tours and excursions for your cruise

Encounter the varied past of Ilha Grande during this walking tour through the village and its environs. Leave the village following a walking trail into the State Park of Ilha Grande, where you may admire the beauty amid the Atlantic Forest. Pass through the ruins of the old leprosarium which later became a political prison, the Aqueduct that reflects the periods of Brazil’s past from the Indians and buccaneers to the emperor Dom Pedro II and the cycles of coffee and sugar cane farms. Make...

Experience the beautiful scenery and unspoiled nature of Ilha Grande on and in the crystal-clear sea on this sailing and swimming tour with time on a beach. Enjoy the views of the lushly forested island with its many beaches from the deck of a schooner. The crew will anchor in the sheltered crystal clear waters of Lagoa Azul (Blue Lagoon) for swimming or optional snorkeling. At Fora Beach, disembark on a pier and enjoy time to swim, walk or just relax on the sands fringed by lush tropical forest.Note Please...

Embark on a schooner and hike to reach the notable Lopes Mendes Beach, voted one of the top 10 most beautiful in the world. The water is shallow a long way out, making for good surfing conditions.  Depart from Abraao village pier by schooner to Mangues beach and enjoy a 40-minute scenic sailing. Upon arrival, enjoy a 45-minute hike along a relatively steep footpath along the Aroeira Forest to Lopes Mendes beach, known for its fine white sand and crystal-clear waters. Enjoy two hours of leisure...

The journey starts with a sailing towards the Lagoa Verde, a shallow, quiet, typically green, and one of the highlights of the northwest coast of Ilha Grande, perfect for snorkeling and floating with "noodles" (provided) or even swim with small fish called popularly "Sargentinhos", but the scientific name is Abudefduf, who are waiting for crumbs of bread and ration. Besides the Sargentinhos, the underwater fauna of Lagoa Verde is rich, with several species of fish, besides...

Journey to one of the world's most celebrated beaches – Lopes Mendes, a pristine 2-mile / 3-kilometer stretch consistently ranked among the planet's top 10 most beautiful shorelines. Your adventure begins aboard a traditional schooner departing from the charming Abraão village, sailing to Mangues Beach. From here, embark on an invigorating 30-minute trail hike of Lopes Mendes.Prepare to be mesmerized by Lopes Mendes' powdery white quartz sand, which produces a distinctive...

Discover the hidden gems of Brazil's coastal paradise as you sail aboard a speedboat to Praia da Feiticeira (Sorceress Beach). This secluded cove in Ilha Grande boasts crystalline waters warmer than its neighboring beaches, creating the perfect setting for a refreshing swim or peaceful relaxation. You can choose to stay beachside or venture out on an invigorating 40-minute hike through the Atlantic Forest to reach the crown jewel of Ilha Grande – the Feiticeira Waterfall. The moderate...

Sail into the mystical Enseada das Estrelas (Cove of the Stars). Your journey begins at Praia de Fora (Outer Beach), where the gentle Perequê River meets the sea, before continuing to the remarkable Saco do Céu (Bag of the Sky or Sky's Pouch). Saco do Céu earned its poetic name from both its distinctive pouch-like shape and the mesmerizing way it mirrors the star-filled sky on calm nights. Here, nature unveils its splendor with crystalline waters as serene as a lake, bordered...

Step into the fascinating past of Ilha Grande on this immersive half-day walking tour. Your journey begins at the historic São Sebastião Church in Abraão village, before venturing into the lush Atlantic Forest of Ilha Grande State Park. Here, history unfolds through a remarkable sequence of preserved ruins that tell the island's compelling story.Explore the haunting remains of what was once a leprosarium, later transformed into a political prison – a testament to...

Immerse yourself in the aquatic wonders of Lagoa Verde (Green Lake), a serene shallow bay along Ilha Grande's northwest coast. This emerald sanctuary lives up to its name with its distinctive green waters, creating the perfect setting for an intimate marine encounter. Equipped with provided noodles, float or snorkel alongside the charismatic sergeant major fish, known locally as "Sargentinhos," who eagerly greet visitors. The lagoon's rich biodiversity offers extraordinary sightings...