Ubatuba, Brazil · schooner tour

Boat tour: Ilha das Couves com desembarque

An hour and a half ashore in the natural aquarium of Ubatuba, with a stop at Ilha do Prumirim and a pass by the smallest beach in the world.

Boarding 9:30 am · back at 5 pm
Check-in at 9 am
Boarding: Orla do Itaguá
Tour by schooner

from R$ 140 per adult

+ R$ 10 per person (Ilha das Couves landing fee), paid at boarding

Next date: Wednesday, October 14

See dates and book

20% now, the rest at boarding
Cancel until 6 pm the day before

Why go

Ilha das Couves is the natural aquarium of Ubatuba, and on this tour you land on the island: an hour and a half to swim in crystal-clear water. On the way, another hour and a half on the beach of Ilha do Prumirim.

1.5 hours ashore on Ilha das Couves, the natural aquarium of Ubatuba
1.5 hours on the beach of Ilha do Prumirim, with a beach kiosk
A pass by Ilha da Selinha, the smallest beach in the world
Toilet, life jackets, pool noodles and support dinghy on board

The route

Check-in at 9 am, boarding at 9:30 am, back at 5 pm.

9 am · check-in · 9:30 am · boarding
Orla do Itaguá
You pay the balance and the tour fees at boarding.
Stop 1
Ilha do Prumirim
Beach with a kiosk selling snacks and drinks, paid separately.
1h30 · landing
On the way
Ilha da Selinha
Also called Ilha Rachada, it has the smallest beach in the world. The boat passes very close for photos.
scenic pass
Stop 2
Ilha das Couves
The natural aquarium of Ubatuba: crystal-clear water to swim in and watch the fish.
1h30 · landing
5 pm · return
Orla do Itaguá
You land at the same spot you left from.

The route may change for safety, depending on sea conditions.

What is included

Included

Schooner tour with a licensed skipper
Landing on Ilha do Prumirim and Ilha das Couves
Life jackets and support dinghy for everyone
Pool noodles
Toilet on board

Not included

Landing fee on Ilha das Couves
Snorkel rental
Skewers and drinks on board, charged separately
Transport and parking

How much it costs

Price per person. You pay 20% now to hold your seat; the rest, at boarding.

Who	Price	Deposit now
Adult · 9 and over	R$ 140	R$ 28
Child · 4 to 8 years old	R$ 70	R$ 14
Child · up to 3 years old, free but takes a seat	free	—

Ilha das Couves landing fee: R$ 10 per person, everyone pays, including those who do not pay for the tour, paid at boarding.
Snorkel rental: R$ 25 each, optional, paid at boarding.

Bookings until 6 pm the day before the tour. The price may change on public holidays and in high season; the calendar shows the price of each date.

Choose a date

R$ 140 per adult · R$ 28 deposit

Your seat is confirmed when you book.

October 2026

Highlighted: day with seats
Crossed out: sold out
No departure

Wednesday, October 14 · 9:30 amseats open

Friday, October 16 · 9:30 amseats open

Sunday, October 18 · 9:30 amseats open

Wednesday, October 21 · 9:30 amseats open

Friday, October 23 · 9:30 amseats open

Book wednesday, october 14 · 9:30 am Book friday, october 16 · 9:30 am Book sunday, october 18 · 9:30 am Book wednesday, october 21 · 9:30 am Book friday, october 23 · 9:30 am

Bookings until 6 pm the day before. You pay only the deposit now.

How it works after you book

Book and pay the depositThe confirmation arrives on your WhatsApp, with the link to your trip page. To open it you only need your WhatsApp, no password.
Fill in the passenger listThe Brazilian Navy requires it: adults with name and ID, children with name and date of birth. Until 6 pm the day before, on your trip page.
Board and pay the balanceCheck in on time, at the boarding point. You pay the balance and the tour fees at boarding.

Who this tour is for

Children

Any age can come. Up to 3 years old they do not pay, but they take a seat; from 4 to 8 they pay half price. There are life jackets for everyone on board.

Older people and anyone who has trouble walking

Boarding is from the sand. Let us know on WhatsApp before booking and we will work out how to help.

People who cannot swim

You can come. Getting in the water is optional, and whoever does wears a life jacket. The skipper says where it is safe to swim.

People who get seasick

If you get seasick, take your medicine before leaving and stay in the middle of the boat.

If you need to cancel

Changed your mind?

Cancel it yourself on your trip page until 6 pm the day before. The deposit comes back to you.

Bad weather?

If the Brazilian Navy does not allow the boat to leave, the team cancels and contacts you on WhatsApp to rebook or refund what you paid.

The boat and safety

The passenger list the Brazilian Navy requires is filled in by you after booking.

The route may change for safety, depending on sea conditions. Look after your belongings: the company is not responsible for phones, glasses or watches lost or damaged on board.

Where you board

Meeting point: Orla do Itaguá, Ubatuba; The exact boarding point and the schooner arrive on your WhatsApp at 6 pm the day before.
Check-in: At 9 am, before boarding.
Parking: There is no private parking, but there are always spaces along the seafront. It is paid street parking (Zona Azul): pay the fee as the signs indicate.

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What to bring

Sunscreen
Water
Towel and swimwear
Cooler with snacks and drinks
Cash or Pix for the fee

Questions about the Ilha das Couves com desembarque tour

How much does the Ilha das Couves tour cost?

R$ 140 per adult, plus a R$ 10 landing fee on the island, paid at boarding. Up to 3 years old do not pay, but take a seat; from 4 to 8 they pay half price.

How long can you stay on Ilha das Couves?

An hour and a half ashore, plus an hour and a half on the beach of Ilha do Prumirim on the way.

Where does the boat to Ilha das Couves leave from?

From Orla do Itaguá, in the center of Ubatuba, at 9:30 am. The exact boarding point reaches your WhatsApp at 6 pm the day before.

Is there a toilet on board?

Yes.

Is there snorkel gear?

You can rent it on board for R$ 25. Life jackets and pool noodles are free.

What is the difference from the Ilhas Norte tour?

On this one you land on Ilha das Couves and spend 1.5 hours ashore. On Ilhas Norte the boat stops at the natural pools of the island, without landing, and also passes by Ilha dos Porcos.

Get to know: Ilha das Couves

Ilha das Couves is one of the most sought-after places in Ubatuba, on the northern coast of São Paulo state. The water is clear enough to see the bottom from the boat, which is why almost everyone goes there thinking of snorkeling. The island lies in the north of Ubatuba, near Picinguaba and Praia da Almada, and can only be reached by boat.