Ilha Grande: Blue Lagoon Schooner Tour
ID: GYG870541-1371321
Category:
Country: Brazil
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Discover the beauty of Ilha Grande on a schooner tour to the Blue Lagoon. Visit the Church of Santana in Freguesia do Santana and relax on the beach at Japariz.
Set sail on a schooner to explore the stunning coastline of Ilha Grande. Stop to snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Lagoa Azul, visit the historic Freguesia do Santana, and relax on the tranquil beach of Japariz.
Depart from the Vila do Abraão port and head to the first stop at Lagoa Azul, one of the most famous, visited, and contemplated places on Ilha Grande. Snorkel in the turquoise waters and admire the stunning rock formations.
Next, visit Freguesia do Santana, where the settlement of Ilha Grande began. In the seventeenth century, it was the center of economic development. See the Church of Santana, built in 1843, with whale oil and sand from the beach.
From there, continue to the last stop at Japariz, a very quiet beach with calm waters. Enjoy some free time to relax on the beach or purchase lunch at a local restaurant. After enjoying the last stop, the schooner departs at 3 pm and returns to the Vila do Abraão Port.
Highlights
- Discover the beauty of Ilha Grande on a schooner tour to the Blue Lagoon
- Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of the Blue Lagoon and see the marine life
- Visit the Church of Santana in Freguesia do Santana, built in 1843
- Enjoy a relaxing day on the beach at Japariz and have time for lunch
- Learn about the history of the island and its importance in the 17th century
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
* The departure time for this tour varies according to the tide.
* Safety instructions are provided at the departure. The schooner has dinghy and floats.
* Lunch is not included.
* Diving mask with snorkel available for rent - Approximated cost: 20,00 BRL
* The tour is made by Schooner, with capacity for up to 150 people.
* Each stop lasts 40 to 50 minutes. Tourists should be aware of the horn schooner, triggered after the time of each stop, indicating the end of it and therefore everyone must return to the schooner.
* Meeting point at Getúlio Vargas Street, n.440. Vila do Abraão - 10:20 am
Meeting point: Getúlio Vargas Street n.440. Vila do Abraao
Getting there:
Exit Vila do Abraão Main Pier (Abraão Station) and turn left, walk for about 50m and enter Santana Street on the right. At the end of the street, turn left, at Getúlio Vargas Street. Walk for about 100m until reaching the agency. Reference point: After das Flores Street
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
