Ilhabela: A Real Paradise In The Coast Of São Paulo – 3-Day Private Tour

It's time to witness a real paradise taking a 3-day guided tour visiting the beautiful island of Ilhabela.

Beaches, waterfalls, mountains, preserved forests, bays, quiet coves and idyllic islands, imagine it all in one place.

Ilhabela has more than 40 paradisiacal sandy beaches with greenish and bluish waters accessible by land and sea. Many of them are preserved with wild environment.

Whether the choice is for an action-packed vacation, or a lazy escape into a serene tropical paradise, all dreams of the perfect beach town can be fulfilled.

The Island has a modern historic center and a vibrant night full of attractions.

During the 3-day tour, we’ll see and participate in a plenty of cool things like beach hopping on a boat tour, 4x4 off-road ride through the jungle, beach time, night time, waterfalls, trails, and amazing rock formations.

This tour includes accommodation at a centrally-located 3-star hotel or inn, expert guide, transport, local tours and more.



Itinerary

Day 1: Sao Paulo To Ilhabela: Discover Beaches, Mountains, Forests, Culture, History And Nightlife

Stop At: Ilhabela, Ilhabela, State of Sao Paulo
Our professional guide picks you up at your place in São Paulo and drive to the town of Ilhabela about 4:00 h away in the north area of the state.

As São Paulo is 760 meters above sea level, in order to get to Ilhabela, highways get through an astonishing mount range that extends along the south and southeast coast of Brasil. Have brief stops on the way down to take some breathtaking pictures of the valleys through the set of hills.

Once we arrive at our accommodation, we have a few hours for lunch and explore one of the gorgeous beaches before catching up in the evening for a few drinks.

Ilhabela is a heaven with dozens of beaches with blue sea and clear waters to be chosen.

Be introduced to nightlife and the Island vibes, we visit downtown fulls of bars, restaurants, pizza places, ice cream parlors, shops and cafes. The city gets even more vibrant and busier with tourists disembarking from cruise ships and live shows in the peak season.
Duration: 16 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Centrally-located 3-star hotel or inn accommodation with air conditioning.

Day 2: Ilhabela Boat Tour & 4x4 Vehicle: Beach Of Saco Do Eustáquio, Fome Beach, Castelhanos Beach & Pereque Beach At Night

Stop At: Parque Estadual de Ilhabela, Praca Coronel Julio de Moura Negrao 115 Vila Centro, Ilhabela, State of Sao Paulo 11630-000 Brazil
On our 2nd day, it’s time to shake a little bit. After breakfast, we jump on a boat and cruise up the sea canal outlining the Island in search of the paradise beach of Castelhanos, secluded on the opposite side of the island.

Before getting to Castelhanos, there are stops at two marvelous beaches. Grab a snorkel and go for a swim, free floating dive or relax in the crystal clear waters.

Castelhanos beach is considered one of the ten most beautiful beaches in Brazil... A real paradise!

Arriving at Castelhanos, enjoy the day at the beach eating appetizers, fresh seafood, typical cuisine and having delicious caipirinhas.
At Castelhanos, several waterfalls come together to form a beautiful lake in the middle of the white and thin sand before flowing into the sea.

On the return, our 4x4 vehicle leave the beach and cross 22 km through the Atlantic Forest revealing its rare natural beauties. Maybe even stop by another waterfall to freshen up before getting back to the urban area. 
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
Accommodation included: Centrally-located 3-star hotel or inn accommodation with air conditioning.

Day 3: Paquetá Waterfall And Transfer Back To São Paulo – End of Tour

Stop At: Cachoeira Paqueta, Rua Nagib Pombo 1 Bexiga, Ilhabela, State of Sao Paulo 11630-000 Brazil
On our third and last day, it’s time to get moving. After breakfast, we transfer 25 minutes to the beginning of the trail of Paquetá waterfall which is one of the most beautiful and famous waterfalls on the island.

The trail to the waterfall has three stops, the first two with crystal-clear water wells for diving and the third is really the great charm of the place, with a stream that serves as a toboggan and that forms a wonderful infinity pool overlooking the sea. The trail is light at the beginning and the walk takes about 20 to 30 minutes walking, but at the end is very steep and a little slippery.

Then, after that, if you want to see the famous view, just reach the top. Without a doubt, one of the most beautiful views in Ilhabela.


Duration: 6 hours

Stop At: Ilhabela, Ilhabela, State of Sao Paulo
After the waterfall, have a delicious lunch trying typical Brazilian cuisine and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere before hitting the road going back to São Paulo.

This wonderful Ilhabela adventure comes to an end, and in the middle afternoon we travel over to the city of São Paulo. Whether you’re heading back to São Paulo or have a flight home we will make sure you get to where you need to go.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: Ilhabela: A Real Paradise In The Coast Of São Paulo – 3-Day Private Tour
3/11/2022 - 4/30/2025

Monday - Sunday :

05:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Duration: 3 Days
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
PICK-UP INFORMATION:
• Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of São Paulo limits or its greater area.
• We DO NOT do pick-ups in the countryside area of the state of São Paulo.
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DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS:
• Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of São Paulo limits or its greater area.
• We DO NOT do drop-offs in the countryside area of the state of São Paulo.
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AIRPORTS ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS:
• Once you have arrived at the airport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private transfer vehicle.
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HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS:
• As soon as the driver or tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk
to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby.

Airports

• Guarulhos Intl Airport, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo Brazil
• Congonhas Airport, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo Brazil

Ports

• Port of Santos, Av. Conselheiro Rodrigues Alves, S/N - Porto Macuco, Santos - SP, 11015-900, Brazil

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Transport by fully-equipped vehicles.
• Any address pick-up and drop-off are included like hotel, airport or port.
• VAT, all taxes, handling charges, tolls, ferry boats, vehicle, fuel, parking fees during stops.
• Centrally-located 3-star hotel or inn accommodation with air conditioning.
• All tours and entrances fees to attractions described in the program.
• Travel insurance for every tourist.
• The guide is going to be at customer’s availability for 12 to 16 hours per day driving and guiding.
• 2x Breakfast
• Accommodation included: 2 nights
• Entry/Admission - Parque Estadual de Ilhabela
• Entry/Admission - Cachoeira Paqueta

Not Included

• Meals and drinks for tourists.
• Tips. (optional).

Facilities