Ilha do Mel Intensive Private
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The island is perfect for nature lovers and hikers. On Ilha do Mel you will not find any cars and you get from one point to the next on foot 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 and it has two wards and police stations, a school that goes up to eighth grade and several shops. More than 90% of the island is under nature conservation and visitors should not expect luxury. But you do get direct contact with nature and have 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 holiday months (mid-December until mid-February) most visitors are Brazilians, and during the other months you will find people here from all over the world.
Due to the nature protection policy, there is a maximum number of visitors permitted per day (5000) and during summer months you might have problems reaching the island if you do not have a reservation in advance (for a tour or accommodation).
- Duration: 3 day(s)
- Location: Curitiba - Morretes - Ilha do Mel
Day 1: Transfer to the railway station and departure by train, in the "touristic" category, for Morretes. There you will have a typical regional lunch, "barreado" (cooked meat with maniok flavour and seafood). Onwards to Pontal do Sul by private car and crossing by boat to Encantadas or Brasília, depending on the confirmed pousada. The rest of the day is free, at your disposal. Overnight stay in Ilha do Mel.
Day 2: Day at your disposal. Overnight stay in Ilha do Mel.
Day 3: The morning is free. In the afternoon you will go back by boat to Pontal do Sul where your guide will be waiting for you. From there, drive back to Curitiba, either to your hotel, the railway station or the airport.
What is included in the tour:
- Train ticket in the "touristic" category (Curitiba/Morretes)
- Private transportation by car or van, depending on the number of participants
- Local bilingual speaking guide (Spanish, French or German speaking guides available)
- Regular boat to the island and back
- Two nights' stay in Ilha do Mel in a mid-range pousada, to be chosen according to availability
