The 15 Ilha Grande Boat Trips in Angra dos Reis That Earn Their Price

1.Schooner ride with or without Lunch Included – Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 132 reviews · from $12Our pick

Join Angra dos Reis Turismo at 11:30 a.m. for a six-hour schooner ride from Santa Luzia station. You will stop at Lagoa Azul, Praia de Araça, the Botinas Islands, and Gipoia Island, with time for snorkeling, swimming, beaches, and an optional lunch at Bar do Luiz.

“Passeio básico para quem vai a Angra, pelo preço vale a pena e você consegue mergulha e curtir um pouco a praia. Porém, levem lanches. No barco a única opção de compra era fandangos e o preço do almoço (se não estiver incluso) é absurdo. Um prato simples de filé de frango com batatas fritas é 170 reais, e não há outra opção para se alimentar. De resto, o passeio vale a pena.”

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2.7h Speedboat Tour of Paradise Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 94 reviews · 7 hours · from $74

From Vila do Abraão, you’ll speed across Baía da Ilha Grande to Cataguases, Botinas, Piedade, Dentista Beach, and a final lunch stop. The Portuguese-speaking crew keeps the day simple: hear the timing, then choose swimming, snorkeling, beach time, or a seat on board.

“All the different beaches were beautiful. Snorkeling was fun. Guides were great.”

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3.Ilha Grande with Boat Tour & Optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 72 reviews · 10 hours · from $65

Leave Rio’s South Zone early for a 130 km ride to Angra dos Reis, then board a schooner for Baleia’s Beach, Blue Lagoon, Freguesia de Santana, and Japariz Beach. You get Portuguese, English, or Spanish ground support, swim stops, and optional local lunch.

“Infame. 4 h de bus : 1h30 pour récupérer tout le monde à son hôtel et 2h30 de route, qui n’était pas prévues au programme. Ensuite, un bateau inconfortable, bondé, avec musique,m à tus tête comme en boîte de nuits , impossible de se détendre, des plages sales, des bateaux qui se klaxonnent entre eux, un restaurant ignoble, des arrêts à certaines plages injustifiés, pour sauter dans une eaux huileuse des déjections de moteurs, . Bref, une catastrophe.”

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4.5-Stop Ilha Grande Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 40 reviews · 5 hours · from $34

From Angra dos Reis, a Portuguese-speaking host leads a five-hour shared speedboat trip for up to 18 people. You will swim at Lagoa Azul and Grumixama, stop for lunch at Praia das Flechas, walk near Ilha Grande’s first church, and visit the small islands of Cataguás.

“Não tinha nada de paradisíaco. Passeio simples, pouco atrativo. Não faria novamente”

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5.6-Hour Speedboat Tour to Blue and Green Lagoons

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 31 reviews · 6 hours · from $62

From Vila do Abraão, a Portuguese-speaking captain takes you by speedboat to Blue Lagoon, Green Lagoon, Enseada das Estrelas, and nearby shores. You get time to swim, snorkel, float, and eat at a local restaurant. Bring a jacket, since the ride can be cold and windy.

“Unfortunately the guide did not understand a word of English so it was hard to know how much time we had at every location. Besides that, the trip was great, the lagoons were amazing and we had enough time to swim in the lagoons and other beaches we visited. We also had a stop for lunch and walking on the beach. Definitely bring a coat or thick jacket as the wind can be very cold on the boat.”

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6.360° Circumnavigation Speed Boat Tour – 8h

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 31 reviews · 8 hours · from $94

Spend eight hours circling Ilha Grande from Vila do Abraão by speedboat. Stop at Caxadaço, Parnaioca, Aventureiro, and Meros for swimming, snorkeling, photos, and shore time. The tour runs in Portuguese, but its self-guided format makes it easy to enjoy without constant commentary.

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7.Private Hiking with Forest, Beaches & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 22 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $269

Spend 5 to 8 hours hiking about 12 km from Vila do Abraão through Atlantic Rainforest, past Imperial-era ruins and the Aqueduct, to Feiticeira Waterfall and beaches at Camiranga, Pereque, and Fora. Guides including Quintino and Matteus lead private groups in English, Portuguese, or Spanish.

“Wonderful to hear — we’re glad you loved the hike! 🌴”

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8.Private Historic Walking Tour with Natural Pool

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · 2h 30m · from $156

Walk from São Sebastião Church through Ilha Grande’s forest with a private English- or Portuguese-speaking guide such as Bruno, Rodrigo, or Matheo. Hear about the island’s Indigenous, psychiatric hospital, and prison eras, spot birds, enjoy viewpoints, and possibly cool off in a natural pool.

“Who would have imagined that Ilha Grande—famous for its stunning beaches and preserved Atlantic rainforest—also holds such a fascinating history? This tour is ideal for combining a healthy hike with the discovery of the past of this true Atlantic pearl. Rodrigo is extremely knowledgeable and experienced, and he can also help you extend your adventure with a visit to one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.”

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9.Boat Tour in Ilha Grande and Lagoa Azul

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 8 reviews · 6 hours · from $20

Join a Portuguese-speaking host at Santa Luzia in central Angra dos Reis for a schooner cruise to Lagoa Azul, Praia de Araçá, Ilhas Botinas, and Praia das Flechas. You get swimming time, clear water, beach stops, and a restaurant stop, but bring a towel and expect music on board.

“Ponto positivo: O visual é cinematográfico. Negativo: Música muito alta e falantes estourados.”

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10.Ilha Grande Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews · 12 hours · from $80

Travel from Rio to Angra dos Reis, then cruise by schooner around Ilha Grande. You will swim at Lagoa Azul, visit two beaches, watch marine life, and eat aboard the boat. The day lasts 12 hours, with about seven hours spent on road transfers.

“Todo bien , lo que no me parece un ventaja sino lo contrario es que un ómnibus pase por los hoteles, se pierde mucho tiempo, te levantas a las 6 de la mañana para terminar saliendo a las 8 y 30. Se puede concentrar en determinado punto y no esperar a los informales.”

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11.Adventures in Angra and Ilha Grande with Guide and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 5 reviews · 14 hours · from $77

Travel from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande with an English-speaking guide, boat stops at Lagoa Azul, Praia de Araçá, Cataguases, and Freguesia de Santana, plus buffet lunch at Praia de Japariz. Bring ID, cash for the marina fee, and money for drinks, dessert, and snorkeling gear.

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12.Discover Ilha Grande on a Boat Tour – Departing from Angra

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 5 reviews · 4 hours · from $74

Meet your bilingual guide at Cais Santa Luzia for a four-hour cruise through Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande. Swim at Blue Lagoon, pause at Cataguases Beach, visit Japariz, and enjoy views of smaller islands. Bring ID, lunch money, and your own snorkel gear if needed.

“As paisagens são lindas MAS houve um atraso considerável.”

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13.Full-Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4 reviews · from $66

Travel from Rio to Angra dos Reis for a full day of island scenery, swimming, reef viewing, and a boat ride through Ilha Grande. Your bilingual guide speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Lunch and round-trip transport are included, while drinks, gear, and a R$10.50 environmental fee cost extra.

“Worth every penny!!! Amazing views and excellent professional customer service. Arrive early and get on the helicopter early!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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14.Super Lagoa Azul Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · 5 hours · from $52

You’ll board a shared speedboat for up to 18 people at Santa Luzia Pier at 11:00 a.m. A Portuguese-speaking driver takes you to five stops, including Lagoa Azul for snorkeling, two quiet Ilha Grande beaches, Cataguás, and Flechas Beach, where lunch is extra.

“Muy antipático el conductor, las playas feas y el restaurante horrible. No se lo recomendaría a nadie.”

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15.Lopes Mendes Private Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 8 hours · from $224Top rated

Meet your private Portuguese or English-speaking guide at São Sebastião Church in Vila do Abraão. Hike through rainforest to Lopes Mendes via Palmas, Mangues, and Pouso, then return by boat. Bruno is one guide praised for his island history and nature knowledge.

“Super activité, très belle journée, guide au top 👏🏻”

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