Your crossing to Ilha Grande, in a few clicks

You can only reach Ilha Grande by boat: there is no bridge and no car access. Crossings leave from three points on the mainland: Conceição de Jacareí (the fastest and most comfortable, if you board at Porto Real), Angra dos Reis and Mangaratiba. If you are coming from Rio de Janeiro or Paraty, you can book a road transfer + boat crossing and make the whole trip door to door, with no need to worry about driving or parking.

There are 2 types of boat, with daily departures. The Flexboat is the fastest and has several departures throughout the day. The public ferry has only 1 departure a day and is the slowest option (it takes 3 times as long as the Flexboat). The choice depends on how much time you want to spend at sea and where you will board. Here you can compare every route, timetable and price in one place.

The fastest is from Conceição de Jacareí (boarding at the Condomínio Porto Real pier) to Vila do Abraão. The Flexboat crossing takes about 20 minutes. From Angra dos Reis to Vila do Abraão, the Flexboat takes 35 to 45 minutes on average.

The Flexboat is a fast, covered boat that carries 30 to 50 passengers. The ferry is public transport, with a trip of more than an hour and a half and only 1 departure a day, from Mangaratiba. If you want more beach time and a more comfortable crossing, the Flexboat is the best choice.

Depending on where you board, the last departure is between 5:00 pm and 6:30 pm. If you need to cross outside the regular timetable, you can book a private crossing. To arrange one, talk to an Ilha Grande crossing specialist on our WhatsApp.

Yes, always. On public holidays, weekends and in high season, we recommend booking even further ahead. Each boat has a limited number of seats per departure, and they do sell out. When you book online, you get your confirmation right away, then the voucher by e-mail, and you just show it at the pier.

You cannot take a car to the island. In Conceição de Jacareí, Condomínio Porto Real has covered parking next to the pier, charged per day. In Angra dos Reis, there are a few car parks near Santa Luzia station, also charged per day. You need to book in advance (talk to a specialist on our WhatsApp to book). Another option is to leave the car at home and take a transfer: you are picked up at your hotel or home and dropped off at the pier in time for boarding.

Yes. Flexboats are certified by the Brazilian Navy, carry life jackets for every passenger and are operated by experienced sailors. They have a fibreglass hull and inflatable sides, which give stability and safety. They run normally in the rain. In extreme sea conditions, the departure is cancelled for safety and you will be notified immediately.