Holiday in Ilha Grande
Island in Brazil — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇧🇷
Country
Brazil
Type
Island
Best time to travel
May to October (drier, fewer mosquitoes)
Budget/day
60-100€: Pousada, boat tour, restaurants
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Rio (approx. 12h), bus to Angra dos Reis/Mangaratiba (2-3h), ferry (1.5h).
About Ilha Grande
Ilha Grande is a car-free tropical island off the coast between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo — a paradise of 106 beaches, dense Atlantic rainforest, and crystal-clear water. The former prison island has no roads, no cars, and hardly any mobile reception — the perfect digital detox destination. Hiking trails connect hidden coves, and the underwater world offers fantastic snorkeling and diving.
Top 4 highlights in Ilha Grande
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Lopes Mendes
The 3 km long dream beach is considered one of the most beautiful in Brazil — fine white sand and turquoise water.
Lagoa Azul
The Blue Lagoon with crystal-clear water is the perfect snorkeling spot with colorful fish and turtles.
Pico do Papagaio
The hike to the 982m high peak offers a 360° view over the entire island and the sea.
Abraão Village
The only village on the island with Pousadas, restaurants, and bars directly on the beach — car-free and relaxed.
Hotels in Ilha Grande
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Reise-SIM für Ilha Grande
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Ilha Grande
Recommended travel time
May to October (drier, fewer mosquitoes)
Summer
Hot and humid, 28-35°C, heavy rainfall from December to March
Winter
Mild, 20-26°C, less rain, pleasant
How much does a holiday in Ilha Grande cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
25-40€: Hostel in Abraão, self-catering, hiking
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
60-100€: Pousada, boat tour, restaurants
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
180€+: Boutique Pousada, private boat tour, diving
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
There are no cars and hardly any mobile reception — perfect for unwinding, but bring cash!
Mosquito repellent is a must — tropical mosquitoes are aggressive, especially in the rainy season.
The island circumnavigation (Trilha T14) takes 5 days and leads to the most remote beaches.
Boat tours to snorkeling spots depart daily from Abraão — best to book the day before.
Food & drink in Ilha Grande
These specialties you must try!
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