ilha grande, or 'big island' in portuguese, is one of three hundred offshore islands that are part of the municipality of angra dos reis, in the southern part of the state of rio de janeiro called costa verde.

home to incredible nature and a particularly charming small town, ilha grande has a rich and unique history.

115 km from rio de janeiro, ilha grande is a paradisiacal island like few in the world.

the island features tropical rainforest, 150 km of hiking trails, a peak reaching over 1000 meters in height, and over 110 beaches, many of which are natural, unspoiled, and protected environmental areas.