Discover Ilha do Mel via Serra Verde Express 4 Days of Nature, Leisure, and Beaches Brazil | Curitiba, Ilha do Mel
Ilha do Mel (Honey Island) is located approximately 71 miles (115 kilometers) from Curitiba and is by far the most beautiful place the coast of this area has to offer. The island is ideal for nature lovers and hikers. As 90% of the land is within a preservation area, Ilha do Mel is a great place to wander through unspoiled nature and enjoy gorgeous beaches. The island is free of cars, which means you need to walk, rent a bike, or take a taxi boat to get around.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Curitiba, Your Gateway to Ilha do Mel
Included: Airport Transfer (private)
Upon arrival at Curitiba airport, your English-speaking guide will pick you up and drive you to your hotel. You will have the rest of the day to spend as you wish.
Overnight: Hotel San Juan Johnscher, Deluxe room
Day 2: Train Ride through the Atlantic Rainforest to Ilha do Mel
Included: Serra Verde Express to Ilha do Mel via Morretes (in-group) | Breakfast, Lunch
At around 7:30 a.m., you will meet your English-speaking guide who will then take you to the railway station. Your adventure will start with a scenic train ride down through the Serra do Mar to Morretes. In Morretes you can enjoy a typical, regional lunch – cooked meat with cassava flour and seafood. Then you can explore this picturesque town before the tour continues to Pontal do Sul, and from there by boat to Ilha do Mel. When you arrive on the island, your guide will take you to your pousada and give you a few recommendations on how to make the most of your trip.
Overnight: Pousada Grajagan Surf Resort, Ocean view suite
Info: Please note that the walk to the pousada takes about 20 minutes (0.9 miles / 1.4 kilometers). You can hire a porter for your luggage upon arrival and at your own expense.
Day 3: Leisure Day on Ilha do Mel
Included: Breakfast
This day will be free for you to spend relaxing and enjoying the lovely Ilha do Mel.
Overnight: Pousada Grajagan Surf Resort, Ocean view suite
Day 4: Departure to Curitiba
Included: Boat Ride (in group), Airport Transfer (private) | Breakfast
Today, you will return to Pontal do Sul by boat. Afterwards, your English-speaking guide will take you to Curitiba airport.
Included
- All transfers detailed above
- 1 day trip (in-group with a private English-speaking guide)
- 1 night at Hotel San Juan Johnscher, Deluxe room
- 2 nights at Pousada Grajagan Surf Resort, Ocean view suite
- 3 breakfasts + 1 lunch
Not included are airfare, insurance, beverages, meals not indicated in the itinerary, tips, and personal expenses.
Info
- The Serra Verde Express only runs on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays. On other days, the journey to Morretes will be by car.
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