Ilha Grande
Ilha Grande is an island protruding from the emerald sea, covered in rainforest and fringed by stunning clean beaches, translated as “Long Island”. Ilha Grandi Bay is dotted with over 360 idyllic, virtually untouched islands. Most of Ilha Grandi is part of the Ilha Grandi National Park, and Praia do Sul has been turned into a biological preserve.
General information
Ilha Grandi once housed the infamous Candido Mendez penal colony, where the most dangerous criminals and political prisoners were exiled. Now the island is one area of rest and relaxation in a natural setting of stunning beauty.
Abrano, the unofficial capital of Ilha Grandi, is a quaint old village with whitewashed churches and low, brightly colored buildings with tiled roofs. The village consists of hotels, restaurants, bars and artisan shops.
Although the beach at Vila do Abrano seems flawless at first glance, there are even more idyllic sandy beaches in this tropical paradise. The wonderful beaches of Lopez Mendes are ideal for surfing, windsurfing and other water sports. The beaches of Grande das Palmas and others are very close to the east of the coast, while the beaches of JIaroa Azul, Fre gezia de Santana, Saco do Ceo are only accessible by boat.
.The island is also home to many species of birds, including parrots, as well as many monkeys, lizards, iguanas and snakes.
The island is also home to many species of birds, including parrots, as well as many monkeys, lizards, iguanas and snakes.
