Top Ilha Grande Hiking Tours

Explore the picturesque jungle and unspoilt beaches of Dois Rios on a hiking tour of the region. Follow trails through the forest and enjoy views of the mountains and of the Dois Rios beach itself. Enjoy being close to nature, and see the area’s vibrant flora and fauna as you walk under the shade of the trees and learn about the history of Vila do Abraão.

Discover in one day the best beaches, views, history and food of Abraão Cove. Time is precious and on this tour, we will show you the highlights of Abraão Cove in Half Day so you can make the most of your time in this paradise. You can also try Ilha Grande's amazing local culinary, with many great restaurants on our route, you will have many choices of mouthwatering dishes. Sand and Sea is the main attraction of this tour, so make sure you have a swimming costume ready.

Enjoy both the destination and the journey found when venturing to Lopes Mendes. No matter the fitness level, our guides adjust the hike to your speed, so we travel at your pace. With ample time to take in the sights, there are numerous opportunities to observe wildlife and discover new flora and fauna native to Brazil. Perfect for those looking to spend a day in nature and relax under the sun.

Start your day off with a stunning sunrise at the top of Parrot’s Peak (Pico do Papagaio) on this nighttime hike. Join a small group and your guide at midnight and navigate unpaved roads and nature trails in the Atlantic Forest. Summit the mountain by dawn and watch a beautiful sunrise over Ilha Grande, and even see as far as Rio’s Pedra da Gavea, on a clear day.

#Itsaboutthejourney - Our hike is in the midst of the beauty and biodiversity of the Atlantic Forest, the route is part of an unpaved road, part of trails that require resistance and physical preparation. With many attractions along the way, such as the viewpoint of Curva da Morte ☠, Poço dos Soldados, stone pavement (made by enslaved people and widely used in the 19th century), Caxadaço beach, a small paradisiacal beach with crystal clear water very inviting to the practice of snorkeling that is hidden behind a huge wall of rocks that makes it invisible to those who sail even close to the coast, for this reason it was often used by pirates and slave ships for the trafficking of enslaved people. To complete this spectacular walk, we arrived at Lopes Mendes a wild beach that is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world where we will have free time to enjoy this earthly paradise.

Immerse yourself in the culture and history of Ilha Grande with this six-day walking tour. Start at the Vila do Abraao for a safety briefing before setting out on your journey towards Parnaioca Beach. Along the way, visit sites including waterfalls, beaches, historic villages, and active farms. Stay with locals in host family accommodation while enjoying Brazillian cuisine under the guidance of an experienced local tour guide.

History, nature and culture, this tour will give you a taste of the wonders of Ilha Grande. Your experience will be even more enriching with one of our local guides, who will be happy to tell you the stories of the place.

Perfect Expedition for those looking for truthfully enjoy Ilha Grande and connect to its way of life. Unforgettable 4 day experience where you will be hiking in the heart of the Atlantic Rain forest guided by a local guide, enjoy the local food and stay on residents lodges. Plenty of Nature, history and with a simple but tasty local culinary, on this experience you can look forward to beaches, mountains, viewpoints, waterfall, ruins, wild life and much more. We will hike on average 10k / day on a comfortable pace that suits you with plenty of breaks along the day to recovery our energy and enjoy this paradise called Ilha Grande. No need for camping or cooking gears, this experience is made for you to travel light.

This is arguably the best trekking route in Brazil. Immerse yourself in the Ilha Grande way of life. Stay with locals, eat the local cuisine, learn about Ilha Grande’s incredible history, experience Brazilian hospitality, wildlife encounters and much more. This expedition is the perfect blend between Nature, History, Culture, and Adventure in an eco-friendly trip. We don’t only show you the way or hike to arrive; we enjoy the journey and have strategically planned breaks for you to savour this fantastic island throughout the day. Our local guides designed this tour for adventurous people who wish to experience Ilha Grande in a unique way; the local’s way. Our experiences also focus on using local people’s services to benefit and engage with the communities across Ilha Grande. You can look forward to professional local tour guides, cosy domestic accommodations and delicious homemade Brazilian food. Travel light - we carry no camping or cooking gear.

Ilha Grande has already been elected as one of the wonders of the state of Rio de Janeiro and in 2019 it became a UNESCO heritage site in recognition of its biodiversity and preservation of the Atlantic Forest. Parnaioca beach is in the most preserved and remote part of the island allowing an incredible connection with nature. Trails that have as scenery the exuberance of the forest, beaches, rivers and waterfalls are part of this tour for those who want to know Ilha Grande in a unique way. It is also possible to visit Praia do Aventureiro on this tour depending on sea conditions and availability of boats.

you will get a big upgrade on your social media feed with some awesome pictures and videos and also meet places and have information about them that you wouldnt have doind the regular tour.

Perfect Expedition for those looking for a unique experience and enjoy Ilha Grande's way of life. On this 4-day trek, we will visit the 3 most beautiful beaches on Ilha Grande: Dois Rios, Parnaioca and Aventureiro Hiking in the magnificent scenery of the Atlantic Forest, you will visit natural pools, viewpoints, and paradisiacal beaches guided by a local guide, enjoy the local food and stay on residents lodges We will hike on average 10-16k / day at a comfortable pace that suits you with breaks for you to enjoy your journey on the wildest and most preserved side of the island No need for camping or cooking gear, this experience is made for you to travel light.