Ilha Grande 
Ilha Grande
Ilha Grande ("Great Island"), which lies within the territory of Angra dos Reis, has been since 1978 a state nature reserve. It can be reached from the town in a 1.5 hour boat trip. Its enchanting fishing villages, lagoons, waterfalls and beaches attract large numbers of visitors. It also serves as a kind of gigantic breakwater, sheltering the waters of the bay from strong winds and marine currents.
Ilha Grande ("Great Island"), which lies within the territory of Angra dos Reis, has been since 1978 a state nature reserve. It can be reached from the town in a 1.5 hour boat trip. Its enchanting fishing villages, lagoons, waterfalls and beaches attract large numbers of visitors. It also serves as a kind of gigantic breakwater, sheltering the waters of the bay from strong winds and marine currents.
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This has also helped to make Angra dos Reis a paradise for scuba divers and snorkelers.
There is still a high-security prison on the island. "Wild" camping is prohibited. Before doing any walking on the island it is advisable to obtain information and advice from the local police.
There is still a high-security prison on the island. "Wild" camping is prohibited. Before doing any walking on the island it is advisable to obtain information and advice from the local police.
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Vila Abraão
The landing-stage for boats from the mainland is at Vila Abraão, the administrative center and indeed the only village on the island, which has a modest infrastructure. Here is the Pico do Papagaio (1000m/3900ft). There are remains of a 19th century viaduct and the old prison.
The landing-stage for boats from the mainland is at Vila Abraão, the administrative center and indeed the only village on the island, which has a modest infrastructure. Here is the Pico do Papagaio (1000m/3900ft). There are remains of a 19th century viaduct and the old prison.
