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Angra dos Reis
Angra dos Reis. Board from 5 pm, meet your skipper and enjoy the first dinner on board.
Photo: Rjcastillo / CC BY-SA 4.0SeasonApr–Oct
AirportRío de Janeiro
Cabin from$870
Boat from$6,490
A week here
The Costa Verde between Rio and São Paulo: Lopes Mendes beach, the Lagoa Azul, the Mamanguá fjord and the cobbled streets of Paraty.
Itinerary
The week, day by day
Tap a day or a point on the map. Indicative route: your skipper adapts it to the wind.
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Abraão
Abraão, Ilha Grande’s car-free village, and a caipirinha in the square.
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Lopes Mendes
Lopes Mendes, one of Brazil’s most beautiful beaches, reached through the rainforest.
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Lagoa Azul
Lagoa Azul: clear water between islets and tropical fish.
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Paraty
Paraty, a colonial town of cobbled streets and white houses.
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Saco do Mamanguá
Saco do Mamanguá, Brazil’s only tropical fjord.
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Angra dos Reis
Back to Angra, breakfast and disembark.
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Flight to Río de Janeiro (GIG) + 2h
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Weeks here
7 daysParty & Festival
Sail by day, dance by night.
from $980See →
7 daysNature & Adventure
Whales, volcanoes, marine reserves and real sailing.
from $870See →
7 daysCelebration
Stag, hen, birthday or anniversary — the boat is the party.
from $980See →
7 daysRelax
Slow mornings, quiet coves, no alarm clocks.
from $870See →
Extras
Make it yours
Services from trusted local suppliers. Ask when you book and we send you a price.
Local guide ashore
Villages, history and spots no guidebook shows.
Diving and PADI courses
Try-dives, guided dives or your diving licence during the week.
Parties and beach clubs
Beach club bookings, a DJ on board and festival tickets.
Food and wine tastings
Wineries, markets and dinners at the best harbor restaurants.
Chef or host on board
Breakfasts, lunches and dinners cooked on board with local produce.
Provisioning delivered
Arrive to a full fridge: food, drinks and ice.
Airport–marina transfers
We pick you up at the airport and drop you at the boat.
Photographer and drone
A shoot on board and the week filmed from the air.
Travel and cancelation insurance
Travel with medical and cancelation cover.
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Book your week
Pick a week to see prices and availability.
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Experiences
See all (12)Experiences in Ilha Grande & Paraty
SnorkellingLagoa Azul Boat Tour, Ilha Grande
Cruise the north coast of Ilha Grande with snorkel stops at Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde. The most popular trip from Vila do Abraão.
from $35 per person6 h →
HikingGuided Hike to Lopes Mendes Beach, Ilha Grande
Guided hike through the Atlantic Forest to Lopes Mendes, rated one of Brazil’s most beautiful beaches. Walk there and return by boat.
from $45 per person6 h →
DivingTry Scuba Diving in Ilha Grande
Your first dive in the sheltered waters of Ilha Grande bay, with instructor and gear included. No experience needed.
from $85 per person4 h →
Boat tripParaty Bay Schooner Tour
Sail on a traditional schooner around the islands and beaches of Paraty Bay, with stops to swim and snorkel. A Costa Verde classic.
from $20 per person5 h →
Day tripIlha Grande Round-the-Island Boat Tour
A full day circling Ilha Grande by boat, with stops at wild ocean-side beaches that few visitors reach. The best way to see the whole island in a single day.
from $60 per person8 h →
Boat tripPrivate Speedboat Tour in Ilha Grande
Five hours on a speedboat just for your group to explore Ilha Grande’s lagoons, beaches and islets at your own pace. No group schedules, with a cool box and grill on board.
from $375 per group5 h →
DivingFun Dives in Ilha Grande for Certified Divers
A dive trip with two dives at the best-known sites of Ilha Grande and Angra bay: rocky walls, turtles and, where it exists, a wreck. Full equipment included.
from $60 per person4–5 h →
DivingPADI Open Water Course in Ilha Grande
Earn your scuba certification in the warm, sheltered waters of Ilha Grande bay. Calm-water practice and four open-water dives with an instructor.
from $320 per person3–4 days →
HikingPico do Papagaio Sunrise Hike, Ilha Grande
Hike before dawn with a guide to Pico do Papagaio, at 982 metres, to watch sunrise over Ilha Grande bay. One of the most spectacular trails on Brazil’s coast.
from $55 per person8 h →
TransferRio de Janeiro to Ilha Grande Transfer
Pickup at your Rio hotel, minibus to the pier and boat to Vila do Abraão on a single ticket. The easiest way to reach Ilha Grande.
from $40 per person3 h 30 min – 4 h →
HikingParaty Jeep Tour: Waterfalls & Cachaça Distillery
Ride a 4×4 jeep into the hills behind Paraty, with swims at waterfalls such as Tobogã and a visit to a traditional cachaça distillery with tasting.
from $50 per person6 h →
Day tripAngra dos Reis Paradise Islands Boat Tour
Sail from Ilha Grande to the paradise islands of Angra dos Reis: Botinas, Cataguases and Gipóia, with swim stops in crystal-clear water.
from $55 per person7 h →
Book with confidence
- Hold your place with a $220 deposit
- Pay the rest in instalments up to 60 days before
- Free date change up to 90 days before
- 24-hour cancelation, full refund
Questions
Before you sail
When is the best time to sail in Brazil: Ilha Grande & Paraty?
The season runs from April to October.
How do I get there?
Fly to Río de Janeiro (GIG) + 2h. Your skipper meets you at the marina.
How much is it?
Cabins from $870 per person or the whole boat from $6,490 per week.
What is included?
The boat, a licensed skipper, bed linen, towels, final cleaning and insurance. Food, drinks, fuel and marinas come from a shared on-board kitty.
How much is the kitty?
Usually $170–$280 per person per week, depending on meals ashore and motoring.
How do I book?
Choose your week and destination, reserve with a $220 deposit per person and pay the balance 60 days before.