We provide:
- Transportation from Rio de Janeiro to your accommodation on Ilha Grande
- Ferry transfer to the island
- Top-notch safety
- Contemporary vehicles
About this transfer
Provide us with your flight information or accommodation details in Rio de Janeiro. Once payment is completed, a driver will be ready to greet you with a sign displaying your name, ensuring a swift and secure transfer to your hotel in Ilha Grande.
As Ilha Grande is an island, you'll require a transfer or boat to reach it. But rest assured, the boat ride to Ilha Grande is part of the package.
The transfers to Ilha Grande include a pick-up from Rio de Janeiro airport. After a two-hour journey to the Conceicao de Jacareí pier, you'll board a boat that will take approximately 20 minutes to cross to the island, arriving at the main pier in Abraao.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The door-to-door tourist transfer combines ground transportation and speedboat for a comfortable trip to Ilha Grande. You'll be picked up at your hotel or the airport in Rio de Janeiro and travel in an air-conditioned van/minibus to the pier (usually Conceição de Jacareí or Angra dos Reis). There, you'll connect to a speedboat to Vila do Abraão, the island's main port. The service typically includes a professional driver, assistance during the transfer, and your boat ticket. As the island is pedestrian-only, upon arrival you'll walk to your pousada or hire local porters. Local port fees may apply and are payable at the pier, according to current regulations.
The total duration of the Rio de Janeiro–Ilha Grande transfer is usually 3 to 4.5 hours, depending on road traffic and sea conditions. There are departures in the morning and at midday; more departures may be added during peak season. You will receive your pick-up time slot and estimated pick-up time the day before your excursion via email or messaging. We recommend choosing the first available time slot to make the most of your day at the beach and hiking on Ilha Grande. Please arrive 10–15 minutes before your scheduled pick-up time and keep your phone handy in case of any logistical adjustments due to weather or traffic.
The tourist transport service offers pick-up in Rio de Janeiro's main hotel zones (especially the South Zone: Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon; and downtown areas), as well as Galeão (GIG) and Santos Dumont (SDU) airports, subject to availability and vehicle accessibility. It also typically covers hostels and Airbnbs with precise addresses. Drop-off is at the Vila do Abraão pier, the gateway to Ilha Grande. From there, since the island is pedestrian-only, you'll walk to your accommodation or hire porters for your luggage. If you're staying on a different beach on the island, you'll likely need an additional water taxi.
For shared transfers, one suitcase per person plus one carry-on bag is generally allowed, provided the volume is reasonable for the van and speedboat. Sports equipment (surfboards, snorkeling gear), strollers, or very bulky backpacks must be inquired about in advance and may incur an extra charge or be subject to availability. Hazardous or flammable materials are prohibited. Protect your belongings with waterproof covers or bags from sea spray. Remember that there are no cars on Ilha Grande: plan to pack easily for walking from the Vila do Abraão pier to your pousada or hire local porters.
Booking your transfer from Rio de Janeiro to Ilha Grande is easy and can be done online in just a few steps. The price varies depending on the season, time of day, pick-up location (hotel or airport), and whether you choose a shared or private service. The price typically includes the land transfer and the speedboat ride; local port fees, if applicable, are paid separately at the dock. You can pay using standard electronic payment methods and will receive a voucher with confirmation, instructions, and estimated departure time. Changes and cancellations are possible within the timeframe indicated on your voucher and are subject to availability. In case of bad weather or rough seas, the departure may be rescheduled for safety reasons.
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