The Basics Getting to the dock was simple! From Copacabana, we hired Easy transfer. They charge $30 each way per person for 2.5 hour bus and 45 minute ferry to the island. They will pick you up at your hotel in a one-hour time frame. Reserve on their website in advance and choose one of … Continue reading Ilha Grande from Rio
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Iguazu Falls: Both Sides
The Basics We flew from Rio’s international airport into Aeroporto Internacional de Foz do Iguaçu. We went with LATAM airlines, and got discount tickets for $50 USD each way. These tickets did not include checked bags, so I recommend double checking with the airline you fly with. From the airport, we took a taxi straight … Continue reading Iguazu Falls: Both Sides
Copacabana: Rio de Janeiro
The Basics We arrived at the international airport, which is about 40 minutes to Copacabana. Since we landed in the night, we ordered a Radio taxi for R$90-130, which is known to be safer (and more expensive!). We started our trip with a hotel stay in Copacabana, which we enjoyed for its location. Later in the … Continue reading Copacabana: Rio de Janeiro