Beautiful island
Ilhabela has 42 beautiful beaches, 130 km of coastline, 365 waterfalls,
17 Caiçara communities and an area of 27,025 hectares of Atlantic Forest
The island has two distinct sides: the side facing the mainland which is the most urbanized. Even the side facing the ocean is sparsely populated, with most of the population living on Castiliano beach, accessible by car or jeep.
To get to one of the most beautiful beaches in Ilhabela, you can choose to take a boat ride, which takes about 30 minutes or, for the more adventurous, a four-hour trip through the forest. The difficulties we encounter when trying to get to Praia do Bonete will be rewarded by the beauty of this beach...
With around 40 beaches and 365 waterfalls to choose from, plus a breeze perfect for water sports (many call it the sailing capital of Brazil)
Ilhabela with 35,000 inhabitants and its historic center, full of shops, bars and restaurants, hotels and lively festivals that make the night even more attractive.
TOURS OF THE CITY OF ILHABELA
Ilhabela the city center and its history.
In addition to the beaches and numerous leisure options, Ilhabela has a charming historic center called Vila.
This is where the charming Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora D'Ajuda e Bom Sucesso is located, built in 1803 with a blue and white facade.
The former jail and forum, the current administrative headquarters of Ilhabela State Park, is another attraction, offering exhibitions on environmental, biological and historical education. It is worth walking around the region, especially on Rua do Meio, a pedestrian street with shops, bars and restaurants.
The Nautical Museum is another interesting tourist attraction, bringing together a series of objects rescued from the various vessels that sank in the region in the past, such as the Prince of Asturias.
With breathtaking beaches, excellent infrastructure, unparalleled natural beauty and cultural and historical wealth, it is easy to understand why Ilhabela is one of the main tourist destinations in the entire country.
NÁUTICO MUSEUM Rua José Bonifácio, s/n° Água Branca (12) 3896.3757 Museu nautico Ilhabela.com.br Located in Parque das Cachoeiras, the Museu Náutico de Ilhabela brings together an important collection of more than 1500 objects rescued from shipwrecks in the region, such as crystals, porcelain, silverware and bronze artifacts from the 17th to the mid-20th century. It also exhibits replicas of ships that sank on the North Coast, such as the Príncipe das Asturias, considered the “Brazilian Titanic”, as well as diverse
PEDRAs DO SINO Garapocaia Beach or Pedras do Sino is home to one of the most curious attractions in Ilhabela: stones that emit metallic sounds, similar to church bells, when they are hit by hard objects. A wooden walkway, in the right corner of the beach, leads to the rocking stones. One of the most famous legends of Ilhabela tells that in the mid-17th century a caravel of pirates appeared on the horizon at dawn. When the pirates were ready to fire their cannons, the entire population of Ilhabela was awakened by bells and could prepare for battle. There appeared the warrior São Sebastião, who made the pirates flee. It was the island's Indians who explained the origin of the chimes, shouting “garapocaia”, which means “stones that play”.
TOURIST PIER AND RUA DO MEIO Historic Center (Vila) Built in the vicinity of the Villa. Thousands of tourists arrive at Ilhabela via the pier while their cruise ships are anchored in the São Sebastião Channel. Rua do Meio, charming boardwalk with historic buildings where shops selling beach items and souvenirs, in addition to bars and restaurants, is a must for tourists.
CHURCH MAT RIZ Praça Prof. Alfredo Oliani, 53 Centro Histórico (Vila) (12) 3896.1227 The Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora D'Ajuda e Bom Sucesso was built in 1803. Installed at the foot of Morro Baepi, it stands out for its colonial architecture, its contours in blue its facade and the Spanish marble floor. Another highlight is the sculpture of Jesus Christ in steel, made by the artist Gilmar Pinna, which ornaments the Praça da Matriz. Masses take place on Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, always at 7:30 pm.
THE WATERFALLS OF ILHABELA - 365 waterfalls.
Três Tombos Waterfall
11 km south of Vila There are three easily accessible falls, in front of the main entrance to Fazenda São Mathias, close to Praia da Feiticeira. the first waterfall
it has a waterfall with more than 5 meters of height and a well with 100 m² disputed by bathers. The other two falls are accessed via a 400-meter trail. The intermediate waterfall is small, while the third has a wall of more than 20 meters high through which the water falls non-stop.
Cat Waterfall
24 km east of Vila Cachoeira do Gato is one of the most important and most visited waterfalls on the entire island. The waterfall is approximately 46 meters high, on an imposing rock wall, creating a spectacular landscape. Access is from Praia dos Castelhanos, through a light and well-signposted trail, approximately 1.8 km away, through a rich native vegetation.
THE ISLANDS OF ILABELA
CABRAS ISLAND
8.5 km south of Vila Ilha das Cabras is one of the most famous attractions in Ilhabela. Located in the Underwater Ecological Sanctuary, just 170 meters from Praia das Pedras Miúdas Beach, it offers perfect conditions for snorkeling or scuba diving. The place enchants for the richness of its ecosystem, with an infinity of species of fish and multicolored corals. A statue of Neptune, the King of the Seas, 7 meters from
TRILHAS ILHABELA
BONETE Trail
36 km south of the village (13.3 km of trail) The Bonete trail is the longest and one of the most traditional in Ilhabela, leading to the beautiful Praia do Bonete, at the southern end of the island. There are 13.3 km of hard walking, starting at Ponta da Sepituba, in a route that varies from 3 to 6 hours, depending on the pace of the adventurers. It is essential to accompany tourist guides or monitors from the Ilhabela State Park. Along the way, the visitor travels along a trail of great natural beauty, with rivers, waterfalls and several species of fauna and flora of the Atlantic Forest. At the end of the route, you will find the famous Praia do Bonete, considered one of the most beautiful in Brazil, with clear sand and clear sea, great for surfing. A local caiçara community provides food and lodging services for visitors.
White Water Trail
Ilhabela State Park The Água Branca trail is one of the best known in the Ilhabela State Park and starts at Guarita da Estrada dos Castelhanos. It is suitable for all types of public, from the less experienced visitor to the one used to walking trails. Along the way, there are five natural wells ideal for bathing. The round trip is approximately 4 km, but the first waterfall is just 100 meters from the entrance
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ILHABELA SPORT
Ilhabela is very frequented by water sportsmen:
National Sailing Capital,
Ilhabela is a water sports paradise. Thanks to a privileged regime of currents and winds, the island offers ideal conditions for sailing.
Since 1973, Ilhabela has hosted the traditional International Sailing Week, the biggest competition of its kind in Latin America, held in parallel with several cultural events that attract more than 50,000 tourists every year. In Ilhabela, it is common to see sailboats sailing or anchored in the cove, creating beautiful scenery. The best sailing schools in the country are on the island.
Its beaches are also great for sports like :
Diving, surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, canoeing and stand-up paddle, among other activities.
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BIRDWHATCHING
Birdwatching ou birdwatching is a growing tourist activity in Ilhabela. As it is an archipelago, its fauna and flora have specific characteristics in relation to its composition and geographical distribution: in Ilhabela it is possible to easily see several species of forest and also sea and migratory birds, totaling more than 300 species.
Reconhecido como Núcleo da Reserva da Biosfera da Mata Atlântica pela UNESCO e considerado pela Bird life International como Important Bird Site_cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b- 136bad5cf58d_for Priority Conservation, Ilhabela State Park has ideal trails for bird watching. There is no need to go to distant places or take long walks to observe the island's birdlife.
On the beaches and islets of the archipelago, seabirds can be observed, from the most common on the coast, such as frigatebirds (Fregatta magnificens) and boobies (Sula leucogaster), to species that come from the northern hemisphere such as the terns. red sandpiper (Sterna hirundinacea) and the spotted sandpiper (Actitis macularius)
Environmental Monitors (accredited by the State Park
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