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This is a private tour. Participants will be picked up from their Curitiba Hotel.
Please inform us of your hotel name and address in your booking.
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Cancellation policy
According to Brazilian Law (Deliberação Normativa número 161 de 09/08/1985 – EMBRATUR):
- Up to 30 days prior to reserved services: 10% of the daily rate will be charged
- Between 29 and 21 days prior to reserved services: 20% of the daily rate will be charged
- Between 20 and 10 days prior to reserved services: 50% of the daily rate will be charged
- Between 9 and 3 days prior to reserved services: 80% of the daily rate will be charged
- Between 2 days and the day of arrival or in case of no-show: 100% of the daily rate will be charged
Ilha do Mel Day Tour
Instant Booking Available
The island is perfect for nature lovers and hikers. On Ilha do Mel, there are no cars and people get from one point to the next by foot, by bike or by boat. The piers are located at the beaches Brasília and Encantadas, where most of the Pousadas and restaurants are also established.
On Ilha do Mel, there are around 1,000 inhabitants. There are two wards and police stations, a school that goes up to eighth grade and several shops. More than 90% of the island is under "conservation of nature" and there is no "luxury" that visitors should expect. Pampering here comes in the form of direct contact with nature. There is ample time for impressive hiking.
This place was once a fishing island, but since the '70s, it has turned into a favourite place for sun and nature lovers. During the holiday months (Mid-December to Mid-February), most visitors are Brazilians and during the other months you will find people from all over the world.
The maximum number of visitors per day is around 5000 and during summer months, there might be a problem reaching the island without an advance reservation (tour or accommodation).
The departure times can change according to your preferences, but we reccommend leaving early.
7:00 - Your local tour guide will pick you up at your Curitiba hotel
7:00 - 9:30 - Transfer to Pontal do Sul by highway BR-277 crossing the magnificent Atlantic Rain Forest
10:00 - 10:30 - Boat transfer to the island
10:30 - 17:00 - Time to relax and enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the island. You can hike to the Lighthouse, stroll at the beach until you reach the fortress. Lunch is not included and your guide will show you some simple restaurants where you can have a tasty meal
17:00 - 17:30 - Boat to Pontal do Sul
17:30 - 20:00 - Transfer back to your Curitiba hotel
What the tour includes:
Private transportation in car or van, depending on the number of participants, local English speaking guide (Spanish, French or German speaking guides are available; kindly specify preference at the time of booking), regular boat to the Island and back.
Not included: lunch, beverages, personal expenses, tips, etc.
Participant guidelines
What to bring:
- simple sandals (like flip-flops or havaianas)
- sun protection
- bathing suit and towel
- mosquito repellent
- some cash for personal expenses