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Ilha Grande is picture-postcard Brazil, a glorious tropical island just south of Rio draped in lush Atlantic Rainforest and palm-fringed golden beaches. Once a notorious penal colony, capital Abraao is now a sleepy fishing village set against the dramatic backdrop of the Pico do Papagaio Mountain and popular hang-out for backpackers and locals alike. From Abraao, you can hike through the forest to isolated bays such as Lopes Mendes, arguably Brazil’s most beautiful beach; take schooner trips around the island; surf the impressive breaks or snorkel around amongst schools of tropical fish. Facilities are rustic with mainly family-owned, pousada guesthouses yet this combines beautifully with the colonial gem Paraty.
Clinging to a rocky headland at the foot of a steep hill amidst lush Atlantic Rainforest, the Sagu Mini Resort is a charming pousada and boutique hotel with magnificent views out across the bay. From...
Our trip went very well and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. All the guides and drivers were really good except for the fellow in Beijing who picked us up and took us out on the Sunday - he was hard work. We really liked the accommodation in the traditional style hotels in the older areas.
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