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Escape Rio for a full-day on Ilha do Bernardo: a protected private island reachable by a 30–45 minute boat ride from Itacuruçá. Enjoy short hikes, turquoise beaches, a chef-led barbecue and a sunset sail back across the bay.
Escape Rio for a full-day on Ilha do Bernardo: a protected private island reachable by a 30–45 minute boat ride from Itacuruçá. Enjoy short hikes, turquoise beaches, a chef-led barbecue and a sunset sail back across the bay.
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Operated by Ilha do Bernardo, Soul Adventures · Itacuruçá, Rio de Janeiro
You push off from Itacuruçá at dawn and the bay opens like a sheet of glass. Salt spray and sunlight tease the rails as the city shrinks behind you; dolphins often thread the wake, curious and fast. After a 30–45 minute crossing you drop anchor at Ilha do Bernardo, a five-hectare ecological sanctuary defined by pale sand, turquoise shallows and shady native scrub.
easy.
11 hours.
Suitable for most people with basic mobility; expect short walks of 20–60 minutes over uneven ground and time standing on decks.
The maritime crossing from Itacuruçá typically takes 30–45 minutes each way, depending on sea conditions.
Yes — the tour includes a chef-prepared lunch featuring an open-fire Brazilian barbecue and local side dishes.
No — there are two primary hikes: an easy coastal loop and a slightly steeper ridge trail; both are short with modest elevation and uneven footing.
Bring government-issued ID or passport details as required by booking—passenger information is collected prior to travel and should be carried on the trip.
The islands along Rio’s southern coast have long been used by local fishing communities and were later designated conservation areas to protect marine life and coastal forest remnants.
Day-use is limited to reduce visitor impact; follow resort rules, avoid disturbing wildlife, and use reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine ecosystems.
Ilha do Bernardo, Soul Adventures operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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