Ilhabela Brazil
160
Cruises availables
At departure or passage at this port
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7 Cruises
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Crystal Serenity
7 Cruises
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MSC Musica
38 Cruises
MSC Splendida
27 Cruises
Ponant (4 Cruises)
Frequently Asked Questions
The ship anchors in the channel separating Ilhabela from the mainland, and tenders drop passengers near the historic centre, the Vila. Landings are always by boat, never alongside a pier.
Yes. The landing is steps from the old core: cafés, seafood restaurants, water-sports shops, tourist information counters and taxis are all within a few minutes on foot.
Pick one main activity and start early. A nearby waterfall reached by taxi then a short walk, a boat tour to the southern coves, or a stroll through the Vila followed by a swim all fit in half a day.
Around 360, spread through the forest protected by a state park covering most of the archipelago. Some are reachable in under an hour by taxi and a short walk; others require a genuine hike.
It is possible, but the 4x4 round trip over the mountain track takes most of the day. Book an organized excursion and confirm the return time before committing, since the track is slow and delays are common.
The southern coves such as Julião offer quiet swimming a short taxi ride away. The channel stays sheltered and usable even when the ocean side gets rough; coves like Bonete are reachable only by boat.
The Brazilian real. Restaurants and shops in the centre take cards, but keep cash for taxis, boats and small beach counters.
Portuguese. English gets by at agencies and tourist-facing shops in the centre; elsewhere, a few written words and gestures do the job.
Yes, if you stay near the centre and the sheltered southern coves. Forest hikes and the crossing to Castelhanos demand stamina and a long rough-track drive, which suits young children poorly.
Yes, it is essential in the forest. Borrachudos, small local biting midges, go for the ankles without warning and the bites itch for days. Bring sunscreen and water-friendly shoes as well.











