🎯 Cultural Tour Ilha Grande x Dois Rios: History, Nature and Immersion
- Marcelo Alvim Marvim Click
- Aug 20, 2025
- 3 min read
Updated: Oct 28, 2025
Explore the village of Dois Rios with a historic trail, a visit to the Prison Museum, and a swim at Dois Rios beach. A cultural journey for travelers connected to history and nature.
🔗 Navigation Menu
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1. What is the Ilha Grande x Dois Rios Cultural Tour?
This tour is a historical and natural immersion that few tourists complete. Combining a trail along the Estrada da Colônia (T14), visits to the Museu do Cárcere (Prison Museum), the former penal village, and the Praia dos Dois Rios (Two Rivers Beach), you'll enjoy a unique experience, with 8 km of adventure and cultural background.
It is recommended for curious travelers, lovers of history and caiçara culture, and for those seeking in-depth tourism.
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2. How does the experience work?
🚶 Trail + Culture
Starting in Vila do Abraão, following the Dois Rios road — 2 to 3 hours of trail, extending for about 7 km (which can be reduced to 5 km by taking shortcuts).
🏛️ Visit to the Prison Museum
Located within the ruins of the former Cândido Mendes Prison
Small museum, but rich in photos, documents, uniforms and political memory.
🏖️ Two Rivers Beach
Semi-deserted beach with two rivers (sea and fresh water), in an almost untouched setting.
🔙 Return
Option to return via the trail or return by boat taxi (Super Sul) — ideal when you are tired.
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3. What is included in the tour?
✅ Included:
Certified guide + historical information
Water, light snack
Tickets to the Prison Museum
Basic equipment for bathing in rivers
🚫 Not included:
Transfer to and from the pier
It looked like lunch (some locals sell home-cooked meals)
Snorkel or other options
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4. Historical and Natural Highlights
🏛️ Prison Museum (MuCa)
It houses the memory of the political and communist prison
Managed by the UERJ Ecomuseum in partnership with the community
🛤️ Colony Road
Used by UERJ vehicles and historical walks
🌿 Beach and rivers in harmony
Two rivers (sea and freshwater) form a rare opportunity for double bathing.
🧗 Two Rivers Peak (optional)
Viewpoint with 300° views — recommended for experienced hikers only
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5. Price, duration and reservations
💰 Average price: R$380 per person.
⏳ Duration: Approximately 8 hours (round trip + visit + return)
👥 Small group: Max. 10 to 12 people per day.
📆 Limited departures (2 to 3 times/week or as needed)
📲 Advance reservations are recommended, especially to guarantee group and guide.
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6. Reasons to book this adventure
🎯 An adventure few complete — the 8 km trail separates the faithful adventurers from the common visitors.
🔐 Living memory of the Island — connected to its political and cultural past.
👣 Small group — intimate, personalized, and context-rich experience.
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7. Tips to make the most of it
Bring a light backpack, sturdy sneakers, appropriate clothing and sunscreen.
Bring water and snacks for the entire journey
If you want to return by boat, confirm the time and signal in advance.
There is no cell phone signal in Dois Rios — please inform your arrival and departure in advance.
A homemade snack in the village can be an authentic experience
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8. Conclusion + CTA for booking
The Ilha Grande x Dois Rios Cultural Tour is a chance to experience living history, walking along trails, exploring reflections on the prison system and relaxing in a nearly untouched paradise.
📣 Limited spaces and the tour does not take place every day.
Secure your spot before they fill up!
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