Things to do in Ilha Grande

Q: What are the top things to do in Ilha Grande?

The top things to do in Ilha Grande are: Angra Dos Reis Red Beach (Praia Vermelha) Long Island (Ilha Comprida)

Q: What are the top activities in Ilha Grande?

Top activities in Ilha Grande include: Full-Day Ilha Grande Northern Coast Speedboat Tour Private Transfer Angra dos Reis to Rio de Janeiro Speedboat ride - Paradise Islands - Angra dos Reis Schooner ride with or without Lunch Included - Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Ilha Grande: Pico do Papagaio - Private Hike - Sunrise or Daytime

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Angra Dos Reis

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Miles of white-sand beaches, aquamarine waters, and a backdrop of forested mountains help to make Angra dos Reis, or Bay of Kings, one of the top attractions of Brazil’s Costa Verde (Green Coast). Come to chill out, soak up the sun, and escape the hustle and bustle of city life.More

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Red Beach (Praia Vermelha)

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Red Beach (Praia Vermelha) is one of Rio’s smallest beaches but also one of the most scenic. Tucked inside a protective cove that keeps the waves at bay, the beach is covered in coarse sand with a slightly reddish hue. Flanked by the spires of Morro da Urca and Morro da Babilonia, Vermelha Beach offers ground level views looking up at Sugarloaf Mountain. To reach the top of the iconic peak, ride the cable car from Vermelha Beach to the top of Morro da Urca, before transferring over to a second car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain. Or, to combine a hike with the ride to the top, a steep trail ascends Morro da Urca from the sands of Praia Vermelha, which is accessed by walking the paved walking trail that leads away from the beach. Known as the Pista Cláudio Coutinho, the trail offers stunning vistas and photo ops looking back at the reddish-hued beach, and for a Rio moment you’ll never forget, visit the beach in the hour before sunset to watch as the fading sun illuminates the cliffs and the shoreline in red.More

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Long Island (Ilha Comprida)

Long Island (Ilha Comprida) on Brazil’s eastern shore isn’t as popular a beach destination as other areas in the country, but it remains among the most popular stops for cruises from Paraty thanks to its stellar diving and snorkeling opportunities. The waters just offshore are a paradise for marine life—a natural aquarium teeming with colorful corals and tropical fish.More

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