We provide:
- Transportation from Rio de Janeiro to your accommodation on Ilha Grande
- Ferry service to the island
- Highest level of safety
- Contemporary vehicles
About this transfer
Share your arrival flight or accommodation details in Rio de Janeiro with us, and once payment is completed, a driver will be ready to greet you with a sign displaying your name. This ensures a swift and secure transfer to your hotel on Ilha Grande.
As Ilha Grande is an island, you'll require a transfer/boat to reach it, but rest assured, the boat ride to Ilha Grande is part of the package.
Your transfer to Ilha Grande includes a pick-up service from Rio de Janeiro airport. After a 2-hour journey to the Conceição de Jacareí pier, you will board a boat for a 20-minute crossing to the island, arriving at the main pier in Abraão.
What's included?
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Transfer from Rio to Ilha Grande
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Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
The combined transfer from Ilha Grande to Rio de Janeiro is usually done in two stages: a fast boat or ferry crossing from Vila do Abraão to the mainland (Conceição de Jacareí or Angra dos Reis), followed by ground transportation in a van or tourist minibus to your hotel or the airport in Rio. The average total duration is 3.5 to 5 hours, depending on sea conditions, road traffic, and the destination area (Copacabana, Ipanema, Centro, GIG/SDU airports). It is a convenient and safe service for travelers, with assistance during boarding. Please check your voucher to confirm exact times and coverage.
There are usually morning and afternoon departures, more frequently during peak season. The usual meeting point is the main pier in Vila do Abraão, where the team will check your booking and luggage tags. We recommend arriving 30–40 minutes early for check-in. Depending on the tide and availability, the departure may be for Conceição de Jacareí or Angra dos Reis. After disembarking, you will transfer to a van or minibus for Rio de Janeiro. Please confirm your assigned departure time, available pick-up windows, and whether your hotel or airport is included in the day's route in advance.
The baggage policy for this tour typically allows one suitcase per person (up to 20–23 kg) plus one carry-on bag. Additional bags, oversized backpacks, or special items (surfboards, instruments, bicycles, strollers) may require prior reservation and incur an additional charge. Please label your belongings, protect fragile luggage, and avoid placing loose batteries in the hold. Small pets in carriers must be inquired about in advance. Staff will assist with loading and unloading at the pier and during the ground transfer. If you are traveling with children, please inquire about available child seats. Please check your confirmation for exact limits, dimensions, and any excess baggage fees.
Door-to-door transfers typically offer drop-off in Rio de Janeiro's main tourist neighborhoods: Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme, Botafogo, and downtown areas. Galeão (GIG) and Santos Dumont (SDU) airports are also served, depending on the route. More distant areas, such as Barra da Tijuca or Recreio, may require an additional fee or a central meeting point. Please provide your hotel name and address in advance to optimize logistics. If you have a connecting flight, allow a 5–6 hour buffer between departure from Ilha Grande and your flight's departure to account for potential sea and traffic variations.
The Ilha Grande–Rio transfer operation depends on weather and sea conditions. In case of bad weather, the company may reschedule the boat/ferry, offer alternative routes, or process refunds according to its cancellation policy (often flexible within 24–48 hours). Boats are equipped with life jackets and have certified crews; land vehicles are licensed and insured. Please follow safety instructions, keep your documents ready, and notify us of any special needs (pregnancy, children, reduced mobility). Assistance is usually available in Portuguese and, depending on availability, in Spanish/English. Save emergency contacts and confirm updates via WhatsApp or email.
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