Despite being neighboring islands, Morro de São Paulo and Boipeba are not as well connected as you would expect. No direct boats run between them, aside from the tour boats offering day trips for tourists. However, there’s a simple way to get to Boipeba if you're on Morro de Sao Paulo and want to explore more of these beautiful islands.
The Best Way to Get from Morro de Sao Paulo to Boipeba
One of the easiest ways to reach Boipeba is by taking the over-land transfer, which includes a 4x4 drive and a short boat trip. Expresso Madalena offers a reliable transfer service for R$150.
Here’s how it works:
Step 1: Head to Expresso Madalena’s office located on Segunda Praia or contact them via WhatsApp to book your transfer. Whatapp is ideal if you don't speak Portuguese, as you can use a translation app to chat and ask questions.
Step 2: Meet at the ticket office 20 minutes before the departure time. The 4x4 departs from the car park behind Segunda Praia at 8am, 12pm, and 5pm.
Step 3: You’ll then hop on the 4x4 for a bumpy ride to the far end of Tinharé island. The ride itself is a bit of an adventure — there are four seats inside the cabin, and six outdoor seats in the back. The dirt roads are quite bumpy, but there are amazing views along the way. The ride takes just over an hour.
Step 4: Arrive at the far end of the island, and take a quick 5-minute boat ride across to Boipeba island.
For the return trip, the 4x4 returns to Morro de Sao Paulo at 9am, 1pm, and 6pm.
What to Bring for the Journey
While the journey is quite comfortable, a few essentials will make the trip even more enjoyable:
Sunglasses: If you're sitting outside in the back of the truck, it’s going to be windy and at times a bit dusty. Sunglasses will help protect your eyes.
Windbreaker or Rain Jacket: Even on hot days, the wind can be chilly during the drive. If the weather looks uncertain, a rain jacket is also a smart idea because, if it rains, you’re likely to get wet.
Flip Flops: You’ll need to enter the water when getting in and out of the boat, so make sure to wear something that you don’t mind getting wet.
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