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So close to Rio de Janeiro, yet so different, Ilha Grande is Brazil’s relaxing, undeveloped paradise. Stepping off the ferry to the island is to disconnect from the outside world. No cars, no banks (bring your money!), no ringing phones. It’s all about relaxing in the sun, sailing, swimming, disappearing into spas and reemerging for fresh seafood at one of the 30 small restaurants.
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1. Ilha Grande Hiking Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This amazing hiking tour takes around 14 hs round trip, Would you like to visit the most beautiful beaches of Ilha Grande by foot? If you have the adventurer spirit in you, this is it ! Spend a full day exploring awesome beaches, including Pouso, Palmas and Lopes Mendes, known as one of the most beautiful beaches of Brazil. Forget about the usual boat trips and put your feet on the ground ! Highlights Visit the most beautiful beaches of Ilha Grande and its clear waters by foot Be amazed with the beauty of Palmas, Pouso and Lopes Mendes beach, known as one of the best in Brazil Get off the beaten track and hike along the coast of Ilha Grande Private tour, groups from 3 to 12 people only
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Hiking tour around the island
Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks, Gratuities, Boat ticket from/to the island
Reviewed By christopherhF5406JJ
We started with the Scuba trip and then the following day we did the Canopy Tour and hiked the Two Brothers Mountain. Amazing experiences all the way. Rafael spoke very good English and was an awesome and amazing tour guide. Really a great guy and very knowledgeable about the area and the history. We enjoyed every minute of these trips and would recommend it to everyone.
2. Private Hiking to Lopes Mendes and highlights of Ilha Grande in a full day tour
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Lopes Mendes is probably the most well-known beach of Ilha Grande, mostly because it is considered by many, including tour's magazines and travel websites one of the most beautiful beaches on the Planet and surely it deserts its fame but the best thing about hiking to Lopes Mendes is the journey we have to get there. On this adventure you can look forward to get very close to nature with possible wildlife encounters, refreshing water streams, pristine beaches and an exuberant scenery. Basically, reach Lopes Mendes is just the cherry in the cake of this challenging but rewarding hike. The experience last around 6hrs and the hiking takes approximately 2:30h-3:30h depending on your pace, the hike requires constant effort and good mobility. The tour takes between 5-8 hours and vary according with the group pace, hiking level and time available, the Hiking makes 2:30h-3:30h Don't worry! Our hiking will take as long as you need to get there on a pace that is comfortable for you.
Inclusions: Licensed Local bilingual Tour Guide
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Reviewed By wkup
what an experience ! Bruno took us on a full exploration of this wonderful eco-rich island - Bruno took us from the city up into the mountains and our reward after 10, 400 steps was ....a wonderful waterfull fed by fresh mountain water - it was invigorating and the big reward for the hike - Afterward wqe hike down to the beach and had a nice lunch overlooking the water and then a swim - Bruno gave us a detailed history of the city and is versed in the trees , fauna and wildlife - we saw a variety of trees , and plant life and one snake ! (harmless!) We are a middle age couple and were able to do it - don't think you are not up to it - Bruno walked with us at our pace and was there to help up the inclines - As I said - it is rewarding and a great way to see this beautiful island ! Put on your sneakers and just do it !
3. Angra & Ilha Grande From Rio: All Inclusive Full Day Boat Tour – Private Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Experience the natural beauties of Angra on an all inclusive boat tour. After pickup in Rio, we drive to Angra through winding roads with incredible sceneries. Once there, embark on an exclusive private motorboat to uncover the main offshore islands hopping from one paradise to another for about 7:00 hrs. Choose from boats with 6, 8, 12 or 15 seating capacity and use it to sail freely exploring the islands at your convenience. Choose between the 2 most popular itineraries, the Paradisiacal Islands or the postcard of Angra, the Ilha Grande. An expert crew handles all of sailing so you can soak up the sun on deck and enjoy the sea breeze in your hair. Visit Marvelous beaches and indulge in water sports like snorkeling, swimming and stand-up paddle. This tour includes drinks, beer, cold cuts board and sandwiches at your convenience. It includes barbecue for groups bigger than 13 people. At the end of the tour, our vehicle will be waiting for you to drive back to your place safely.
Inclusions: Transport by fully-equipped vehicles., Any address pick-up & drop-off are included like hotel, airport or port., Private driver for groups bigger than 5 people, otherwise the guide drives the vehicle, Comfortable boats and yachts. , Entrance fees. , VAT, all taxes, handling charges, and airport / port Greet & Meet service., Professional / licensed / bilingual tour guide., Drinks at your convenience (Beer, cachaça & water)., Sandwiches & cold cuts board. (The option for 15 people is included barbecue instead of Sandwiches), Private professional crew / skipper for piloting the boat.
Exclusions: Gratuities. (optional).
Reviewed By amserol
The best cuide e ver! Camila das ver good in ver job... She could explain everything in ênglish, portuguese, spanish,,, and she also speaks Rússia!
4. Ilha Grande with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Rio de Janeiro
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Begin the full-day tour with a 165 km ride from Rio de Janeiro to Angra dos Reis, in the Costa Verde region. Head to the port to board the schooner towards Ilha Grande. aboard the schooner and enjoy the paradisiacal landscapes. Make your first stop on Ilha de Cataguás, its calm blue waters are a perfect invitation for a swim. Then, head to Ilha Grande and discover the Lagoa Azul (Blue Lagoon), check out the collection of starfish at the bottom of the ocean, as well as colorful fish and corals in this natural pool perfect for snorkeling and swim with floating “noodles”. Visit the Freguesia de Santana, a small beach that houses the first church of Angra dos Reis, built in 1843. Visit Praia do Japariz and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant and a refreshing dip in the sea. Disembark at the pier and return comfortably to Rio de Janeiro.
Inclusions: Transportation by air-conditioned van , All taxes, fees and handling charges, Boat (schooner) tour in Ilha Grande with stops for swimming, Professional guide with live tour commentary in English, Spanish & Portuguese , Buffet lunch at Praia de Japariz with vegetarian options, Pickup and drop-off from hotels in Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon and Barra da Tijuca
Exclusions: Drinks, desserts and snacks (available for purchase on the boat and at lunch), Gratuities, Diving mask/snorkel (available for rental on the boat)
Reviewed By freddyl550
It was a Great experience. Adriano was knowledgeable in the local customs and history which made the entire experience that much better! We had plenty of opportunities for photos in all the must see spots In Rio!!! I don't think there would be a better way to see all the things we were able to see! Adriano our guide was even kind enough to take photos of us along the way. I was surprised but my favorite part of the trip was sambódromo cathedral!!
5. Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande
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4.9 based on 26 reviews
Located in the Costa Verde region, Angra dos Reis is 150 km from Rio de Janeiro, about two and a half hours' drive from the capital. More than 365 islands and 40 beaches make the bay of Angra dos Reis one of the most famous in Brazil. Ilha Grande, the largest and best known island in the region, is one of the most sought after and coveted places by tourists who come to visit Rio de Janeiro. With blue - green and crystalline waters, with its corals and a marine fauna full of species Ilha Grande becomes a perfect scenario for diving. Amid so many options, the most popular beaches / islands are Lagoa Azul, Lagoa Verde, Praia Cataguazes, Praia de Freguesia de Santana and Praia de Japariz where you will stop for lunch.
Inclusions: Transportation by bus licensed by the tourism office, Professional bilingual tour guide, Schooner Ride, Lunch
Exclusions: Drinks and dessert, Snorkeling equipment
Reviewed By DrBarnes_BWIG
Real Itenerary: 0700 Get picked up from hotel 0700-0830 pick up other people 0830-1200 drive on bus 1200-1300 walk about 5 blocks, then eat disgusting lunch 1300 - 1330 wait at pier 1330 -1350 BEAUTIFUL BOAT RIDE 1350 - 1410 Fight for a life jacket then fight to get on motor boat to get to beach 1410-1425 Find a place where boats are dropping people off or picking people up to get in cold @ss, but BEAUTIFUL water 1425 -1445 fight to get life vest to get back on motor boat so you dont get left. 1445 -1455 more amazing scenery to get to next beach 1455 - 1540 (see 1350 - 1445) 1540 - 1550 more boat time 1550 - 1600 jump in the water behind the boat (if you want) to swim a bit 1600 - 1620 back to pier (more breathtaking scenery) 1620 - 1720 bus ride 1720- 1745 souvenir shop I think (I didn't go in) 1745 - 2000 more rides and people drop offs 2010 pass by your hotel, but don't stop, then get dropped off 2 blocks from your hotel in a foreign country as a female, by yourself (well you may or may not be a single female, but you get the jist) AT NIGHT...IN THE DARK. There were many issues with this tour, but, the main issues were, in tripadvisor, it says the tour is in "English" there was zero English spoken on that tour. Also, I was under the impression that I was going to have time to snorkel (since I paid an extra 25R for the mask (which I was also told would only be 20R via text) but you spend more time fighting for a life jacket, then fighting for a spot on the motor boat then fighting for a spot back then you do in the water. All 3 beaches combimed were a total of 30 maybe 45 minutes, if you take away the time it takes to get to the actual water. I also did not feel safe, as I was dropped off about 2 blocks away from my hotel (which had previously been passed) and I am a single woman in a foreign country and did not feel safe, why couldn't I be dropped off in front of my hotel at night?
6. All Inclusive Speed Boat Tour in Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande from Rio
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4.8 based on 61 reviews
Have you ever imagined floating in the crystal clear waters of the most beautiful Brazilian beaches? And in that moment you will be surrounded by Atlantic forest, beautiful coves and panoramas, in a more exclusive experience with a small group of people and escape from the large masses of tourists. Did you? Then be invited to participate in an unforgettable experience with us! On this tour we leave Rio de Janeiro, towards Ilha Grande in a trip of approximately 3 hours to Angra dos Reis, with a snack stop, and to buy your drinks and food to take with you on the boat. Arriving there we will board our boat for a maximum of 15 people. The tour lasts around 5-6 hours, and we stop at 5 stunning beaches, spending an hour at each stop. The actual beaches visited will depend on the weather, the wind direction and the number of visitors already on each beach. The lunch, snorkeling masks and swimming floats are provided. Come to enjoy one day in paradise!
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Professional guide, Local Sailor, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Photos Go-pro (underwater), Floats noodles;, Container with ice, so you can bring your own drink, Personal Accident Insurance (full name, passport and date of birth of each participant is required), Lunch, Local Snacks (Extra, Globo, Trakinas and others), Beer and Caipirinha, Coke and Guaraná, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By luist725
The day started very early in ipanema. Our guide kako picked up in a very nice bus and the 3 hour drive to angra do rays started. Afger a short stop in a gas station for cofee we arrived to the marina where a specialized crew took us to ilha grande (the big island). Once we arrived to that incredible place we were handed snorkel masks and kako (our guide) even went as far as teaching us how to snorkel. He took our pictures both on top and undefwater which after 2 days he mailed us. In total we visited 4 diffefent spots at the island andnhad a bifet lunch. Also we made acouple of trails. The crew also treated us to some beer and caipirinhas. We even saw some turtles in the water and a star fish. Saddly it started raining and we had to get back. The experienced crew (a few sons of fishermen and the guide a sea biology student) were very courteous at all times, knowledgeable of many local stories and they were friendly in a way only brazilian people can be. (They are structured and professional yet informal and very friendly) It was a day both my wife katia and I will find very dificilt to forget.
7. Private Angra do Reis Full-Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Enjoy a private tour to the islands of Ilha Grande in Angra do Reis. We begin with an early pickup in Rio de Janeiro to go to Angra dos Reis. Angra is Portuguese for 'small bay' and it is part of a grand complex of bays and hundreds of islands. The Ilha Grande is the most beautiful and famous of all the islands and that’s the place we visit in this tour. When we arrive at Angra dos Reis, we go straight to the harbour to take a boat trip through the archipelago of Ilha Grande and stop at 3 different parts of it. We swim, do some snorkeling, admire beautiful islands, see the crystal-clear water and appreciate the green colors of the islands' Atlantic rain forest. If we are lucky, we will be able to see some turtles and a lot of fish. You can chose the private transfer with shared boat tour or the VIP totally private tour with private transfer and private boat tour. Tour guide, lunch (drinks and desserts not included), private roundtrip transfer and boat trip included.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Drinks and desserts not included., Boat Trip
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Use of Snorkelling equipment
Reviewed By BrasilTraveler
Anderson really made this trip memorable. Thank you Anderson. The statue is dramatic. Must take a camera. The Pao de Acucar has newly been updated for tourism. This venue is worth seeing with Rio Carioca Tour LTD. Ask for Anderson for your guide. He is informative and thoughtful of the guests especially the older ones. Thank you so much.
8. Full-Day Rio de Janeiro City Tour with Lunch, Corcovado & Sugarloaf
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4.3 based on 18 reviews
Embark on this full-day Rio de Janeiro City Tour with a guide and visit Rio de Janeiro's top landmarks and highlights. We visit to Corcovado Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue going through the Paineiras route. The 20-minute drive to the base of the statue takes you through the Tijuca Forest and gives you a preview of the landscapes ahead. The statue stands 710 meters tall and from this vantage point, you’ll have sweeping views of the city. We also visit the Sugar Loaf. The cable car ride to the top of the mountain is done in 2 stages: begin at the boarding station to Urca Mountain (224 meters) and then from Urca Mountain to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain (395 meters). Let’s also stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Arcos da Lapa with the traditional Selarón Staircase, the Sambadrome and the Maracanã Stadium. This tour includes tour guide, tickets to the Christ the Redeemer and the Sugarloaf, Buffet lunch and round-trip transportation.
Inclusions: Buffet lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance to the Sugarloaf., Entrance to the Christ the Redeemer.
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Entrance to the Sambodromo., Entrance to the Maracana Stadium.
Reviewed By BrasilTraveler
Anderson really made this trip memorable. Thank you Anderson. The statue is dramatic. Must take a camera. The Pao de Acucar has newly been updated for tourism. This venue is worth seeing with Rio Carioca Tour LTD. Ask for Anderson for your guide. He is informative and thoughtful of the guests especially the older ones. Thank you so much.
9. Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Boat Tour
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4.3 based on 14 reviews
The Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande's bay is one of most beautiful and charming of Brazil. The region has aproximmately 365 islands it's one for each day of the year. It is one of the best places for practice diving in the southeast zone of Brazil. Brazilian Blue Lagoon is the paradise you need to meet!
Inclusions: Transfer executive, Boat tour, Lunch in Free Buffet in Ilha Grande, Tour Guide Accredited
Exclusions: Drinks and desserts, Photography service, mask and snorkel rental
Reviewed By 875jaynet
The tour today of Rio with Márcio Lima our tour guide was wonderful! Márcio is extremely knowledgeable about all the history of Brazil and speaks English well which made our tour a plus! We appreciated his caring nature and professional attitude also.
10. Angra dos Reis (Ilha Grande) - Boat Trip, Lunch and Guided Transport!
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4.0 based on 2 reviews
Turistando RJ will take you to explore some of the city's hundreds of beaches with one of the most beautiful faunas and floras you have ever had the privilege to witness. The tour starts with the departure from Rio de Janeiro on an executive bus / minibus to Angra dos Reis, when you arrive you will board a schooner and enjoy a breathtaking landscape with beaches, islands and crystal clear waters beyond. an extremely rich marine life where you will also be part if you want to get in the sea during the bathing stops at the following locations: Blue Lagoon, Cataguazes or Araçá Beach, Sant'Anna Parish Island and Japariz Island, afterwards enjoy the best of local cuisine in the buffet restaurant. The tour will have the route from Angra and Ilha Grande passing through its islands and coves, thus ideal for those seeking comfort, tranquility or adventure making the tour unforgettable from beginning to end.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Boat ride, No drinks and desserts included, Accredited Tourism Guide
Exclusions: Beverages and Desserts, Additional Services
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