THE TRAILS OF ILHA GRANDE

Hiking trails is the most intense way to get to know Ilha Grande, whether inside the dense forest, finding waterfalls and streams, or by the sea. Trail maps are scattered all over the island. Signs show the routes, numbered from 1 to 16, with average travel time and degree of difficulty. The best way to get to know all the beaches, mangroves, rivers and waterfalls along the entire length of Ilha Grande is through the trails.

Trekking and hiking are excellent ways to explore Ilha Grande, especially for those who enjoy direct contact with nature. The forest is lush and the landscapes along the trails are really spectacular. The difficulty levels of the trails can be light, medium or difficult. With a few minutes of walking, it is already possible to have the feeling of walking the path that leads to paradise. The more adventurous also have a turn and can spend a week interspersing hiking and paradisiacal views, all to complete the tour of the island.

The most popular trails among tourists who just want to enjoy a light hike on one-day itineraries are:

T1 (Abraão Circuit);

T2 (Aqueduct – Saco do Céu);

T10 (Abraão – Landing);

T11 (Pouso – Lopes Mendes).

For tourists staying in Araçatiba Cove, there are also great trail options:

T7 (Araçatiba - Gruta do Acaiá); T8 (Araçatiba - Provetá) and T9 (Provetá - Aventureiro)

We detail in the Map of this Tourist Guide all the 16 official trails, existing on Ilha Grande. The trails on the island are numbered and well signposted, you will find signs and information about them.

See below for more information: (the time quoted below is one way only), and plan your favorite trails.

T1 - Abraão Circuit / 1800 m / 1h / easy level / flat circuit

T2 - Aqueduct - Saco do Céu / 5800 m / 3h / medium level / steep circuit

T3 - Saco do Céu - Parish / 4000 m / 2h / easy level / steep circuit

T4 - Parish - Bananal / 3000 m / 1h30 / easy level / steep circuit

T5 - Bananal - Sítio Forte / 5000 m / 3h / easy level / steep circuit

T6 - Sítio Forte - Araçatiba / 6000 m / 3h30 / medium level / steep circuit

T7 - Araçatiba - Gruta do Acaiá / 5300 m / 3h30 / medium level / steep circuit

T8 - Araçatiba - Provetá / 4500 m / 2h30 / medium level / steep circuit

T9 - Provetá - Adventurous / 3500 m / 2h30 / difficult level / very steep circuit

T10 - Abraão - Mangues - Landing / 6000 m / 3h / medium level / steep circuit

T11 - Mangroves - Landing - Lopes Mendes / 1100 m / 0h50 / easy level / steep circuit

T12 - Mangroves - Landing - Castelhanos Lighthouse / 6000 m / 3h / difficult level / steep circuit

T13 - Abraão - Pico do Papagaio / 6000 m / 3h30 / dangerous level / steep circuit

T14 - Abraão - Dois Rios / 7000 m / 3h / medium level / very steep circuit

T15 - Dois Rios - Caxadaço / 4200 m / 2h30 / difficult level / very steep circuit

T16 - Dois Rios - Parnaioca / 7500 m / 3h / difficult level / very steep circuit

Those who want to do longer trails and of a higher degree of difficulty should prepare not only physically, but also have good equipment (especially for the complete return route to the Island), being recommended the accompaniment of a Guide. Although the trails are well marked and signposted, some stretches can be dangerous, especially due to excessive rainfall. The cell phone signal does not always work and medical help can be a problem in urgent cases. Prepare for any eventuality and always keep someone informed about the route to be traveled.

The longest route, which is usually a hit with adventurers, is seven days long and has more than 70 km of route. At Praia do Aventureiro, a maximum limit of 560 tourists at a time is allowed on site. The area, along with Praia do Demo, is the only one that can be visited by tourists in the region of the Praia do Sul Biological Reserve. (See official information about the rules of access and authorization to stay in the Adventurer's Village).

The route back to the island is offered by accredited guides with a complete package, including meal, accommodation (inns and camping) and boat transport.

Another route very popular with tourists is the ascent to Pico do Papagaio, it is a risky climb lasting 7 hours (recommended accompanied by a professional guide).

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