Explore Itajaí’s colonial heart and ride the Unipraias cable car above Balneário Camboriú’s rainforest to Laranjeiras Beach on a private five-hour tour. This trip pairs cultural stops with coastal viewpoints and a beachside lunch opportunity.
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A morning breeze off the Atlantic lifts the salt scent across the pier at Itajaí as a private vehicle pulls away from the dock and threads through streets of colonial brick and church spires. Travelers start at the town’s historic center, where Portuguese and Italian influences sit in plain view—stone facades, the Mother Church of the Blessed Sacrament, and narrow avenues that once supported a working fishing port.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most travelers who can walk short trails and handle steps; not strenuous.
Wildlife
History
Itajaí grew from a 19th-century fishing village into a major port with a colonial-era core; Balneário Camboriú transformed in decades into a high-rise resort driven by tourism development.
Conservation
Rapid coastal development pressures local dunes and remnant Atlantic Forest; stick to marked trails, avoid disturbing wildlife, and minimize single-use plastics to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the Private Tour: Itajai and Camboriu today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring ship and docking info
Cruise passengers must provide ship name and exact disembarkation/re-boarding times at booking to guarantee timely port pickup and return.
Pack sun protection
Open viewpoints and beaches mean strong sun—wear a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses even on overcast days.
Comfortable footwear
Expect short rainforest trails and boardwalk steps at Unipraias; closed-toe walking shoes make viewpoints and quick hikes easier.
Plan for lunch flexibility
Lunch at Laranjeiras is optional and local—cash or card accepted in many places but bringing a small amount of cash can speed service.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides traction on boardwalks, trail steps, and sandy beach approaches.
Sun protection (hat & sunscreen)
Shields skin during exposed cable-car rides and beach time.
summer
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
Useful for a swim or wading at Laranjeiras' sheltered cove after the cable car descent.
summer
Light rain jacket
Coastal showers are possible in shoulder seasons — a packable jacket keeps you dry on viewpoints.
spring