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Ilha Grande travel guides

Everything we have written about Ilha Grande, sorted by what you need: getting there, planning the trip and making the most of your days on the island.

Updated October 2026 Ilha Grande, Rio de Janeiro

These guides are written for travellers heading from Rio de Janeiro to Ilha Grande. Prices are given in Brazilian reais (R$) and checked for 2026; for the transfer itself, the booking page always shows the current fare.

Getting to the island

How to get to Ilha Grande from RioShared van, private transfer, bus or car: how the road and boat journey works. Ilha Grande ferry: ports, schedules and faresNewConceição de Jacareí, Angra dos Reis or Mangaratiba: which boat to take. Ilha Grande day trip from RioNewPossible, but a very long day: the real timings, and why one night is better. Private transfer to Ilha GrandeYour own van and boat, at the time you choose, up to 5 people.

Planning your trip

Ilha Grande: the complete 2026 guideGetting there, seasons, activities, budget and where to stay, in one place. Is Ilha Grande worth it?NewWho will love the island, who will not, and the downsides to know first. Best time to visit Ilha GrandeWeather, crowds and prices, season by season. Where to stay in Ilha GrandeNewVila do Abraão or a quiet beach: the areas compared, with 2026 prices. Ilha Grande trip cost in 2026NewDaily budgets and real prices for rooms, food, boats and the tourist tax. 3 days in Ilha Grande: itineraryA day-by-day plan for a first short stay. Ilha Grande or Paraty?Which one suits your trip, and how to combine both.

On the island

Top 10 things to do in Ilha GrandeBeaches, lagoons, hikes, food and the village at night. Lopes Mendes beach: how to get thereNewBoat to Pouso or the 3-hour trail, prices, return times and what to bring. Ilha Grande hiking trailsNewLopes Mendes, Dois Rios, Pico do Papagaio and easy walks: times and difficulty. Ilha Grande boat toursNewLagoa Azul, Lagoa Verde and the other tours: stops, prices, schooner or speedboat.

News

One of the world's 50 best islands 2026Why Ilha Grande made Enjoy Travel's 2026 ranking.

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