Ilha Grande Hiking Tour – Lopes Mendes beach
Protected by a huge State Park, Ilha Grande is famous for its lush Atlantic Rainforest and beautiful beaches with emerald waters. Its waters have great visibility and great marine biodiversity.It is one of the best places for hiking and Ecotourism. Leaving Rio early, we go to Mangaratiba or Conceição de Jacareí (approx. 2hs - 135 km / 83 miles), and embark on sea transportation to Vila do Abraão, the main of Ilha Grande, still in the morning. Our destination on the island, Lopes Mendes beach, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful in the world. Access can be done by trail, passing by the beautiful beaches of Palmas and Pouso. (6km / 3,7 miles - approx 3hs). There is another option to go by boat (one way/round trip - not included), and hiking only the last and easy part of the trail (20 minutes).
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Ilha Grande Hiking Tour – Lopes Mendes beach
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What's included in Ilha Grande Hiking Tour – Lopes Mendes beach
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ilha Grande
Protected by a huge State Park, Ilha Grande is famous for its lush Atlantic Forest and beautiful beaches with emerald waters.
Praia de Lopes Mendes
Lopes Mendes beach, considered one of the most beautiful in the world.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Accredited tour guide
- Lunch
- Boat tickets to/from island
- Extras
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Recommendations: wear light clothing and hiking shoes, bring small backpack with water, snacks, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, swimming suits and sandals, dry clothes for changing, towel, cap or hat, sunglasses, passport or ID card, cash for boat tickets, lunch and extras.
- Boat tickets (prices may vary according to season and boat availability).
- Hike length: 6 km / 3,7 miles (one way)
- There is another option to go by boat (one way/round trip - not included), and hiking only the last and easy part of the trail (20 minutes). This way allows us to spend more time in Lopes Mendes and Pouso beaches.
- Pickups outside these areas (South Zone of Rio) will have an additional charge.
- Pickup times vary by location and will be shared a few days before via WhatsApp or email. Please wait in the lobby.
- RioXtreme shall not be responsible for any kind of loss, accident, incident, sickness, or injury. It is advisable that the traveler should avail of travel insurance as there can be chances of potential risks and hazards. Also, by booking this tour the traveler declares that are mentally and physically able to participate. No refund is applicable after starting the tour.
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Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Rio de Janeiro's South Zone hotels and accommodations. (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Botafogo, Flamengo and others). Contact us if you are in another places in Rio.
