Cruises to Ilhabela, Brazil

Incredible Huge Panoramic View of Bonete Beach at Ilhabela Sao Paulo island. Tropical Paradise, South America.

Tropical Rainforests. Waterfall Hikes.

An island of waterfalls, unspoiled forests and numerous beaches, llhabela (“beautiful island”) is a lush paradise. Sip a caipirinha on the sand or try snorkeling in the calm, clear water at Pedra Miuda beach, where schools of curious, little fish swim right up to you. A picturesque islet a few yards from shore adds to the beach’s appeal. Or hop on a 4x4 tour to explore the forest and hiking trails of the llhabela state park or instead cut across the island to secluded Baia de Castelhanos beach.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Ilhabela

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Beautiful beaches of Ilhabela.

Mountain Sugar Loaf and Red beach in Rio de Janeiro. Brazil

Cruises to Ilhabela.

Friendly Toucan.

mojito cocktail and fresh ingredients in a tropical landscape

Fresh cocktails.

Get up close to the wildlife.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

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Famous For

Ilhabela’s main island, Ilha de Sao Sebastiao, is famous for its stunning beaches, including secluded Castelhanos, Curral and Jabaquara.

Acaraje - Traditional Brazilian fritters made with black-eyed peas filled with vatapa, caruru, tomato salad and sauteed shrimp. Typical food from Bahia.

Exquisite Flavors

Be sure to try acarajé, a local delight of deep-fried black-eyed peas filled with shrimp, vatapá, and salad. Fresh, zesty, and utterly irresistible!

Gato waterfall in Ilhabela, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Fun Facts

Ilhabela State Park is a wonderful forest with hiking trails that lead to incredible waterfalls, such as Gato and Agua Branca.

Port Name & Location

Port of Ilhabela, Brazil.
Ship will ANCHOR OFFSHORE at this port.

Language

The local language spoken is Portuguese.

Time Zone

BST (Brasilia Standard Time) UTC/GMT -3 hours

Currency & Shopping

The local currency is the Brazilian real.

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11 Cruise Shore Excursion Packing Tips

Are you planning a cruise but not sure what to bring along for shore excursions? Here's a list of our handiest tips for planning your excursion must-haves.

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Packing for a cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Line should feel easy because the days ahead will be. Think clothes that don’t rush you, shoes that don’t argue with you, and shorts that work well at noon and at sunset. Out here, it’s less about outfits and more about options. Things you can move in. Breathe in. Accidentally nap in. So before you overthink it (you know you will), here’s the simple truth: if it lets the day take you where it wants to go, pack it. If it doesn’t, leave it home (along with your agenda).

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