Ilha da Trindade: A Hidden Gem of Nature

Getting There

• Car

  From the main entrance of Serra da Bocaina National Park, drive towards the town of Paraty. Take BR-101 towards Paraty and follow the signs indicating the town. Once in Paraty, head to the harbor (Cais de Paraty), where you’ll find boats that take you to Ilha da Trindade. The boat ride typically takes about 30-40 minutes. Note that prices for the boat ride vary, ranging from R$ 50 to R$ 100, depending on the season and provider.

• Bus

  If you are using public transportation, first take a bus to Paraty from your location. Bus services like Viação Costa Verde operate routes from major cities including Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. Once you arrive in Paraty, make your way to the Cais de Paraty (the main harbor). There, you can purchase tickets for the boat to Ilha da Trindade. Similar to the car option, the boat ride will take about 30-40 minutes and cost between R$ 50 to R$ 100.

• Taxi or Ride-Sharing

  For a more direct option, you can take a taxi or use ride-sharing services like Uber from any location within Serra da Bocaina National Park to Paraty. Ensure that the driver knows to drop you off at Cais de Paraty. After reaching the harbor, you can purchase your boat ticket to Ilha da Trindade. The taxi fare will depend on your starting location, but expect to pay around R$ 100 to R$ 200 for this trip. The boat ride costs remain the same as previously mentioned.