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- Portuguese
- English
- Italian
- French
Perfect Expedition for those looking for a unique experience and enjoy Ilha Grande's way of life. On this 4-day trek, we will visit the 3 most beautiful beaches on Ilha Grande: Dois Rios, Parnaioca and Aventureiro
Hiking in the magnificent scenery of the Atlantic Forest, you will visit natural pools, viewpoints, and paradisiacal beaches guided by a local guide, enjoy the local food and stay on residents lodges
We will hike on average 10-16k / day at a comfortable pace that suits you with breaks for you to enjoy your journey on the wildest and most preserved side of the island
No need for camping or cooking gear, this experience is made for you to travel light.
What's Included
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
São Sebastião church at the main square is a central location that's easy to find and convenient for most hotels and Cruise ships. When you arrive in front of the church, look for our Ilha Grande Hiking guide.
Aracatiba Village in front of the main pier
Itinerary
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1
The main village on the island, this charming village has many historical points of interest, it also has great bars and restaurants, some with live Brazilian music for you to enjoy. Here begins our walk of approximately 16 km to our destination, along the way we will have many cool things to see and visit.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Church of colonial times, donated by the imperial government when it decided to build a quarantine center here for ships coming from Europe during the epidemics the typhus and cholera epidemics Here will be our meeting point in the main square of the village.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
After approximately 45 minutes of hiking, we arrive at the viewpoint of Curva da Morte, where you have a beautiful view of Vila do Abraao, perfect place for us to have a little break and take a nice picture
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The village of Dois Rios mixes nature, history, and culture. In addition to the wonderful beach, it is possible to visit the Carcere Museum and the Ecomuseum and learn a little about the local history.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5
Visit the ruins of the old prison and learn a little about this infamous prison
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Parnaioca is a special chapter on this book. Here is one of the most preserved places on the island. Everything is well behind in time, there are no power lines and a generator only runs for few hours, the water from the showers are heated using firewood.
9 hours • Admission ticket free -
7
Ready for a photo? Here is located the coconut tree that is the most famous photo of the island.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Beautiful view of the biological reserve of the Sul and Leste1 beaches
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
9
Aventureiro beach is one of those unique places, where it seems that time runs more slowly and we can connect with ourselves and nature.
9 hours • Admission ticket free -
10
After breakfast, we will leave the Aventureiro towards Proveta it is about 2hrs hiking to get to the village of Proveta the second largest on the island, still little explored for tourism, has one of the most beautiful viewpoints of the hike. Here we have a little break to rest and for those who want to buy something to drink or eat.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11
Here we finish our tour. Aracatiba is the third largest village on the island, with nice and clear seawater, it is famous for marine farms, oysters, scallops, and fresh mussels.
9 hours • Admission ticket free -
12
After breakfast and time to say goodbye. In Aracatiba you have regular transport to the mainland. (not included)
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Abraao - Parnaioca
Parnaioca - Aventureiro
Aventureiro - Aracatiba
Aracatiba
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- For a 50% refund, you must cancel 2–6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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