3-day Private Ilhabela tour: A Real Paradise near The Coast Of São Paulo

Discover Beaches, Mountains, Forests, Culture, History And Nightlife: Our professional guide will pick you up at your place in São Paulo and drive to the town of Ilhabela about 4h 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 mountain range that extends along the south and southeast coast of Brazil. 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 haven with dozens of beaches. We will visit the downtown full of bars, restaurants, pizza places, ice cream parlours, shops and cafes. The city gets even more vibrant and busier with tourists disembarking from cruise ships and live shows in the peak season. Stay at a centrally-located 3-star hotel or inn accommodation with air conditioning

On our 2nd day, it’s time to shake things up 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 marvellous 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 with fresh seafood, typical cuisine and delicious caipirinhas. At Castellanos, 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 will 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. Stay at a centrally-located 3-star hotel or inn accommodation with air conditioning.

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, but at the end is very steep and a little slippery. Then, 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 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.