Mangaratiba, on Rio state's Green Coast about 90 minutes from Rio by road, offers a shorter route to Ilha Grande than Angra dos Reis. Boats leave Marina da Costa Verde, in Portobello, for Ilha de Itacuruçá and Ilha de Jaguanum. In November 2025, small boats run R$ 1,400 to R$ 2,500, mid-size boats R$ 2,500 to R$ 5,000 a day.
Table of Contents
- Where to board: Marina da Costa Verde and Portobello
- Ilha de Itacuruçá: gateway to the Baía de Sepetiba
- Ilha de Jaguanum: beaches and a natural pool
- Ilha Grande via Mangaratiba's shorter route
- What it costs in November 2025
- Mangaratiba or Angra dos Reis: how to choose
- Best season: the run-up to Rio's high season
- What to bring and practical tips
- FAQ
Where to board: Marina da Costa Verde and Portobello
Marina da Costa Verde, near Portobello, is Mangaratiba's main departure point, in a town on Rio state's so-called Costa Verde (Green Coast), between Rio de Janeiro and Angra dos Reis. Unlike Angra, which draws heavy boat and tourist traffic, Mangaratiba keeps a quieter pace, with fewer vessels competing for the same stretch of water — an advantage for travelers who want calm without giving up proximity to Ilha Grande.
By car, Mangaratiba sits about 90 minutes from Rio de Janeiro via the Rio-Santos highway, making it a workable day trip for visitors based in the city who want to skip the heavier weekend traffic toward Angra.
Ilha de Itacuruçá: gateway to the Baía de Sepetiba
Ilha de Itacuruçá is the first major stop on almost every route out of Mangaratiba, inside the Baía de Sepetiba — a bay distinct from the Baía da Ilha Grande, more sheltered and generally calmer. The island saw a wave of tourism between the 1970s and 1980s, when visitors came for its beaches and the area's hotel infrastructure, and today it still serves as a boat stop for swimming and short walks along simple trails.
Around Itacuruçá, small islands and rocky outcrops form a mini-archipelago that lets a route extend a little further without straying far from the home marina, which makes it well suited to half-day trips.
Ilha de Jaguanum: beaches and a natural pool
Ilha de Jaguanum, a bit further from Mangaratiba than Itacuruçá, draws visitors for its unspoiled beaches and natural pools that form among the rocks at low tide. It is quieter than Itacuruçá, with less onshore infrastructure and more focus on direct contact with the sea — the kind of stop that rewards travelers with time to spare on a full-day route.
Pairing Itacuruçá and Jaguanum in the same outing is common practice among local operators, since the two islands sit relatively close to each other inside the Baía de Sepetiba.
Ilha Grande via Mangaratiba's shorter route
Mangaratiba holds what might be the region's strongest selling point: a shorter boat route to Ilha Grande than the traditional departure via Vila do Abraão from Angra dos Reis. Leaving from Mangaratiba, boats reach the nearer side of Ilha Grande in less time on the water, which frees up room in the itinerary to also include Itacuruçá or Jaguanum in the same day without cutting into beach time.
It is worth knowing that Ilha Grande is a large island, and beaches such as Lopes Mendes, Lagoa Azul and Saco do Céu are more closely associated with the Angra dos Reis route — anyone set on those specific beaches should confirm with the operator whether a Mangaratiba departure reaches that side of the island or stays on the closer coastline.
What it costs in November 2025
Mangaratiba and Itacuruçá do not have a separately documented price bracket; the local market follows the same Green Coast rates as nearby Angra dos Reis, the closest benchmark:
| Boat type | Reference range (Nov 2025) |
|---|---|
| Small speedboat | R$ 1,400 to R$ 2,500 |
| Mid-size speedboat (full day) | R$ 2,500 to R$ 5,000 |
| Luxury / large flybridge | above R$ 10,000 to R$ 28,000 |
Prices are per vessel, in Brazilian reais. A small R$ 1,400 boat split among 8 people works out to R$ 175 per person; a mid-size R$ 5,000 boat for 12 people falls to R$ 417 each. A skipper, life jackets and mandatory vessel insurance (DPEM) are standard inclusions; fuel varies with the distance to Itacuruçá, Jaguanum or the nearer side of Ilha Grande.
Mangaratiba or Angra dos Reis: how to choose
Angra dos Reis has a larger fleet, more marina options and more direct access to Ilha Grande's most famous beaches, such as Lopes Mendes. Mangaratiba wins on a different front: less boat traffic, prices in the same regional range, and a shorter route to the side of the island closest to the mainland from that direction.
For visitors who already know Angra and want a calmer alternative on the same Green Coast, or for anyone coming from Rio de Janeiro who wants to save driving time, Mangaratiba works as an alternative gateway to the same region — a similar logic to comparing Guarujá and Santos on the São Paulo coast.
Best season: the run-up to Rio's high season
The Green Coast sails well from September through November, with calmer seas and dry weather — and November is the last month of that window before the December-to-February high season, when New Year's Eve and Carnival push prices up and fill marinas across the region, Mangaratiba included. Booking in November still locks in the ranges listed above; from December on, it is worth reserving at least two to three weeks ahead.
Because it draws less tourist volume than Angra dos Reis, Mangaratiba tends to hold boat availability longer even as the high season approaches — a practical advantage for anyone deciding on a trip at short notice.
What to bring and practical tips
- Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses — the stretch between Itacuruçá and Jaguanum offers little shade on open water for much of the day.
- Shoes that can get wet, useful for beach landings without a proper pier, common on both islands.
- A passport or photo ID for every adult in the group, requested by the operator at Marina da Costa Verde.
- A written agreement on the route in advance, especially if reaching a specific stretch of Ilha Grande is the goal — travel time varies significantly depending on which side of the island is included.
- A 50% deposit via Pix or bank transfer, standard practice across the Green Coast's boat rental market, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
FAQ
How much does a boat trip in Mangaratiba cost in 2025? Mangaratiba follows the Green Coast's price range: small boats R$ 1,400 to R$ 2,500, mid-size boats R$ 2,500 to R$ 5,000 for a full day, and luxury or flybridge models above R$ 10,000. Prices are per vessel, reflecting the Nov 2025 reference range.
Where do I board a boat in Mangaratiba? Marina da Costa Verde, near Portobello, is the main departure point for routes to Ilha de Itacuruçá, Ilha de Jaguanum and the nearer side of Ilha Grande. Getting there by car is straightforward via the Rio-Santos highway, with parking available for visitors coming from out of town.
Can I reach Ilha Grande from Mangaratiba? Yes, and the route is usually shorter than the traditional departure via Vila do Abraão in Angra dos Reis. It reaches the side of the island closest to the mainland; more distant beaches, such as Lopes Mendes, require checking travel time with the operator in advance.
What is there to see on Ilha de Itacuruçá? Calm-water beaches inside the Baía de Sepetiba, short walking trails, and a cluster of smaller islands nearby. It is the closest stop to Marina da Costa Verde, making it well suited to half-day trips. The island also carries traces of the tourism boom it saw between the 1970s and 1980s.
Is Ilha de Jaguanum worth visiting? Yes, especially for travelers seeking more unspoiled beaches and natural pools that form among the rocks at low tide. It sits a bit further from Mangaratiba than Itacuruçá and is often combined with it on a full-day route. It suits travelers who value quiet over onshore infrastructure.
Mangaratiba or Angra dos Reis: which should I choose? Angra has more boat options and direct access to Ilha Grande's most famous beaches. Mangaratiba has less traffic, prices in the same Green Coast range, and a shorter route to the nearer side of the island — a good choice for travelers who prioritize a quieter trip.
How do I book a boat trip in Mangaratiba? Through Voguer's WhatsApp line, sharing your date, group size and whether Ilha Grande should be part of the route. The booking is confirmed with a 50% deposit, with the balance due on the day of the trip. The team can also advise on the best departure point for your group.
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