Rio de Janeiro · ILHA GRANDE DAY TRIPS
No cars, no coastal road, one long transfer and a fast boat. These 15 trips make Ilha Grande work as a single day — with the departure times, the sea crossing and the price for each, plus which leave enough time on the island to be worth it.
Full day from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande with lagoon swims, beach stops, snorkeling time, and a sea-view buffet lunch.
“The tour was great took us to many beautiful islands and our tour guide Marcelo went above and beyond”
Day trip from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande with Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde swim time, snorkeling, beaches, and lunch by the sea.
“Loved the tour! Enjoyed swimming in the nice areas, boat ride and photishooting with fish.”
Small-group fast-boat from Rio to Ilha Grande. Up to five lagoon and beach stops, swim time, snorkel gear, and scenic return.
“Such a beautiful tour just 2.5 hours from Rio - the transportation was incredibly smooth and I much preferred the small speedboat option to the other large tours available. Only thing to keep in mind is that lunch is the last stop so you will want to bring/get a bunch of snacks so you don’t get hungry! All the beaches and snorkeling spots were beautiful but would recommend maximizing your time at the first two - they were our favorite :)”
One-day trip from Rio with a schooner ride, lagoons, and white-sand beaches in Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande.
“The tour is fine until you get to the boat. It was chaos, felt extremely overbooked. All this would have been tolerable if the boat staff was even a little polite. I have been on many an excursion and boat related excursion and none have ever bee”
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande by schooner, with hotel transfers and a hot and cold buffet lunch. Swim stops plus snacky island vibes.
“The tour guide and schooner crew were great. The weather was awful. The crew tried all day to get the party going, but it was just too cold. The scenery was beautiful and I can imagine on a sunny day it would be fabulous. Will try it again on my next visit to Rio.”
Budget Rio-to-Ilha Grande transfer with van pickup and a short boat ride, but the boat ticket is separate and timing can slip.
“We booked the transfer on Viator for 13:00 but the van arrived at 15:15. In the middle of the way we changed the car and the second van was quite terrible with almost no air condition & dirty.”
Rio day trip to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande with free pickup, Lagoa Azul snorkeling/swimming, beach time, and lunch, plus boat party vibes.
“This tour was all about selling you stuff, I personally wouldn't bother.”
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande by schooner from Rio, with lagoon swims, dolphin spotting, and an included lunch plus hotel pickup.
“This is not an activity I enjoyed for several reasons: - It takes too long to get there from Rio de Janeiro. We spent about 2 hours picking up people around the city. - The boat was over-crowded and so if you are looking for a small group activity, this is not it. The boat also got a bit wet but this is partly due to the rainy weather. - There was loud music and you had to talk loud to be heard. - The food/lunch is served at 4pm on the last stop on an island which is a bit late. The company does tell you this though. It…”
A full-day boat tour from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande, with quiet beaches and Lagoa Azul and Verde water time.
“Mala experiencia, demóranos como 1 hora y media en Río parando en todos los hoteles, cuando llegamos a Anga do Reís y embarcamos tuvimos que esperar como 1 hora a que llegara un grupo, el baño del barco tenía el piso lleno de orina, almorzamos súper tarde a las 5 pm, a la vuelta se averió un barco y tuvimos que llevarlo de una cuerda, pasamos frío, camino en el bus de vuelta a Río el bus se averió y estuvimos un buen rato parados.. llegamos súper tarde a Río, acortando los planes que teníamos para ese día…”
Shared van and speedboat from Rio to Ilha Grande. Door-to-door pickup, WiFi, reserved seat, and TurisAngra fee for Vila do Abão.
“Terrible communication, no one was responding to our messages which meant we weren’t given a collection time until ten minutes before the driver was due. This was was two hours before what was on our booking confirmation. Despite selecting our hostel from a drop down menu on their website (also on our booking confirmation), ten minutes before pick up we were given an address a ten minute walk away. Super stressful for no real reason and we lost a night’s sleep because of it. The transfer was smooth once we got on the bus.”
Private VIP Ilha Grande speedboat day trip from Rio with beach-hopping stops, possible snorkeling, and expert guides like Tatiana.
“Tatiana was amazing! She was involved with every part of our tour and was so knowledgeable and friendly. We loved spending the day with her. The boat driver and driver from the hotel were also wonderful and kind. Went to several quiet beaches, cave, and more lively beach. Saw fish and clear waters. Great trip!”
Full-day boat tour from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande with Lagoa Azul water time, guided beach stops, and lunch, for $77.
“Muy buena actividad. Tuvimos un muy buen guia. Estaba preocupado por nosotros todo el tiempo. En el bus que ibamos tuvo un problema pero rapidamente nuestro guia solucionó el problema y la actividad se hizo a tiempo.”
A fast, scenic day trip from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande with air-conditioned transport, a boat tour, and a free buffet lunch.
“It was a good tour. Just felt that the traffic situation could make the trip long, but it’s all worthwhile to visit this Angra dos Reis.”
A fast-paced day by boat and bus from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande beaches, lagoons, and lunch for a solid value.
“If you’re looking for a breathtaking escape in Brazil, Angra dos Reis is an absolute paradise! With its crystal-clear waters, lush green islands, and vibrant marine life, this destination offers the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. Whether you’re snorkeling among colorful fish, exploring hidden beaches, or simply enjoying the stunning boat rides, Angra is truly a dream come true. A huge shoutout to our incredible guide, Nyte, who made the experience even more unforgettable! Nyte was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing the beauty of Angra. They took us to the best hidden gems, ensured we had an amazing time, and made us feel completely at ease. From historical…”
Hotel pickup and a long scenic boat day to Ilha Grande, with Blue Lagoon swimming, quick beach stops, and an included island lunch.
“Ich wurde über den Verlauf nicht aufgeklärt, die Sicherheitshinweise auf dem Boot wurden ebenfalls nicht übersetzt. Die Reiseleiterin hat nur Spanisch und Portugiesisch gesprochen. 4-5 Stunden Busfahrt hin und nochmal 4-5 Stunden zurück. Auf jeder Insel hatte man nur kurz Zeit um Fotos zu machen, dann mussten wir weiter, auf jeder Insel hatten wir nur 30-40 Min Zeit. Eigene Getränke durfte man nicht mitnehmen. Obwohl die Reiseleiterin gesehen hat, dass wir Fanta gekauft haben, hat sie uns nichts gesagt. Die ganze Reise war ein totaler Reinfall. Nicht zu empfehlen.”
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