Porto de Galinhas: Santo Aleixo Island Day Trip

Highlights

• Swim in warm, clear natural pools
• Cross by speedboat to a private island
• Walk an ecological trail by the coast
• Relax at Praia da Ferradura’s calm cove
• Spend 5 hours enjoying the island setting

Description

Head out on a day trip to Santo Aleixo Island, a private island off the coast near Sirinhaém, known for its volcanic rock formations, clear greenish water, and peaceful beach setting. Travel from your accommodation to the departure point, then cross by speedboat in about 10 minutes to reach the island, where you will have time to swim, relax, and take in the scenery.

On arrival, discover the island’s distinctive horseshoe shape and its varied coastal landscape. On one side, you will find a sandy beach, while to the south a sheltered cove opens into Praia da Ferradura, where calm, warm, transparent water forms natural pools protected by rocky outcrops. This is the ideal place to enjoy a swim and spend time by the sea at an easy pace.

During your visit, take part in an ecological trail to explore more of the island’s natural setting and learn about its preserved environment with the support of an accredited guide. You will also have access to the beach facilities available for day visitors, where lunches, snacks, and drinks can be purchased separately.

After around 5 hours on the island, return by boat and continue back to your accommodation, arriving in the afternoon.

Includes

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Speedboat crossing
• Ecological trail
• Beach day facilities

Excludes

• Food
• Drinks
• Photos

Important Information

• There are no restrooms on the island due to environmental preservation rules
• The boat crossing takes about 10 minutes each way
• The stay on the island is around 5 hours
• Departure is around 7:30 AM and return is by around 4:00 PM

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund