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Explore Ilhabela: Discover São Paulo's Coastal Paradise on a 3-Day Private Tour

Explore Ilhabela: Discover São Paulo's Coastal Paradise on a 3-Day Private Tour

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Embark on a mesmerizing 3-day guided tour to Ilhabela, a true slice of paradise where beaches, waterfalls, mountains, and pristine forests await. With over 40 stunning beaches featuring crystal-clear waters, Ilhabela promises an adventure whether you crave action or serenity. From boating between secluded beaches to off-road jungle excursions, and nights filled with vibrant attractions, this tour offers an unforgettable escape. Enjoy comfortable accommodation, expert guidance, and immersive local experiences, all designed to introduce you to the island's natural and cultural treasures.

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Embark on an enchanting 3-day journey to discover the sheer beauty of Ilhabela, an island that epitomizes paradise itself. Imagine a single destination where you can enjoy stunning beaches, captivating waterfalls, majestic mountains, pristine forests, serene bays, secluded coves, and picturesque islands. Ilhabela boasts over 40 breathtaking beaches, each featuring crystal-clear waters in shades of blue and green, with many tucked away in untouched natural settings.

Whether you're seeking an adventure-filled holiday or a tranquil retreat into a tropical haven, Ilhabela offers the ultimate beach getaway to suit every dream. The island is also home to a lively historical center and offers an exciting nightlife filled with a variety of attractions.

During this 3-day escapade, you'll enjoy an array of thrilling activities, including beach hopping on a boat tour, a 4x4 off-road adventure through lush jungles, leisurely beach days, vibrant nightlife, exploring waterfalls, trekking scenic trails, and marveling at spectacular rock formations.

This tour provides you with comfortable accommodation in a centrally-located 3-star hotel or inn, accompanied by the expertise of a local guide, transportation, and a selection of engaging local tours to enhance your experience.

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3-Day Guided Tour of Ilhabela

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
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. 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
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. Breakfast at the hotel. Centrally-located 3-star hotel or inn accommodation with air conditioning.

Day 3: Paquetá Waterfall And Transfer Back To São Paulo – End of Tour
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. 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. Breakfast at the hotel.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Breakfast
  • 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.

Exclusions

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

Important Notes

It's time to witness a real paradise taking a 3-day guided tour visiting the beautiful island of Ilhabela. Imagine beaches, waterfalls, mountains, preserved forests, bays, quiet coves, and idyllic islands all in one place.

  • Ilhabela has more than 40 paradisiacal sandy beaches with greenish and bluish waters, accessible by land and sea, many of which are preserved with wild environments.
  • Whether you're looking for an action-packed vacation or a lazy escape into a serene tropical paradise, this tour has something for everyone.
  • The island features a modern historic center and a vibrant nightlife full of attractions.
  • Activities include 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.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • AIRPORT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: There will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area with a clear sign with your name, to escort you to your private transfer vehicle. For tours starting at the airport, send flight information for precise pickup.
  • HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: When the driver or tour guide arrives at your hotel, they'll get the front desk to call your room if you're not in the lobby.
  • PICK-UP INFORMATION: Specify your pick-up point in São Paulo or its greater area during booking. No pick-ups in the countryside area of São Paulo state.
  • DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS: Specify your drop-off point within São Paulo city limits or its greater area during booking. No drop-offs in the countryside area of São Paulo state.

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