Transfer Ilheus to Barra Grande, Taipu de Fora & Maraú

For most the year, this is a faster, more comfortable and more reliable option (compared to the unpaved road in Option 2). Our driver meets you at the Ilheus Airport, and you will drive along the scenic, completely paved coastal road (BA-001) to the town of Camamu. In Camamu, you will catch one of the hourly speedboats that crosses the Bay of Camamu, taking you to the center of Barra Grande on the Marau Peninsula.

As an added benefit, Marau Travel can arrange and reserve your speedboat crossing, which is run by two companies, both of which run on the same hourly schedule and cost 60 BRL per person. This avoids unnecessary delays, especially during the high season. Marau Travel will arrange your transfer and monitor your progress, from your arrival in Ilheus until you arrive in Barra Grande.

How it Works

• Our driver waits for you just outside of baggage claim holding a sign with your name.
• Enjoy a scenic drive in one of our comfortable vehicles, with A/C, to the town of Camamu.
• The driver will assist you when you arrive at the speedboat pier, helping with your luggage and speedboat reservation.
• When you arrive in Barra Grande, most of the hotels are a short walk from the pier. There are always luggage handlers waiting on the pier that can cart your luggage for a negotiable price.

Advantages of Transfer via Camamu

• The road is new and completely paved, with little chance of delay even during rainy weather.
• Smooth ride the whole way, including the speedboat inside the Bay of Camamu
• The speedboat ride, as well as the road, is very scenic
• Better for groups, since larger vehicles cannot take the dirt road up the peninsula.

Average Travel Times

Private car from Ilheus to Camamu: approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes

Speedboat from Camamu to Barra Grande: approximately 35 minutes

Additional Information

• The speedboats from Camamu to Barra Grande leave every hour, on the hour, from 6 am to 5 pm. Marau Travel can include your speedboat crossing in you reservation at no additional cost, avoiding unnecessary delays. 
• Most hotels and pousadas located in Barra Grande are walking distance from the pier, but if you need additional transportation there is a taxi stand straight ahead after leaving the pier. 

Transfer Ilheus to Taipu de Fora (via Camamu)

This transfer works exactly the same way as the above transfer (Ilheus to Barra Grande via Camamu). However, additional transportation is need to get from Barra Grande to Taipu de Fora.

There is a taxi stand about 30 meters in front of the pier. There is also a stand for the "jardineiras", a local form of transportation, which are modified pick-up trucks with benches in back.

Average Travel Times

Private car from Ilheus to Camamu: approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes

Speedboat from Camamu to Barra Grande: approximately 35 minutes

Taxi or Jardineira Barra Grande to Taipu de Fora: approximately 20 to 30 minutes depending on conditions of unpaved road. 

Option 2:

Transfer Ilhéus x Barra Grande via Unpaved Road BR-030

* Currently, limited access because of poor road conditions

The decision to go by the unpaved road along the peninsula (vs speedboat via Camamu) depends on: the state of maintenance of the dirt road, weather conditions, and type of vehicle. Maintenance along the peninsula road BR-030 is sporadic and inconsistent, and periods of heavy rain can wipe out any improvements within a matter of days. That said, if the road conditions are good, normal cars can get to Barra Grande and Taipu de Fora Beach faster than going via Camamu.

Advantages:

• Almost as fast as via Camamu under ideal conditions
• No change of vehicles. Travel from the Ilheus Airport directly to your hotel.

Disadvantages:

• Unpredictability due to bad weather and lack of maintenance
• Drivers generally charge more because of increased maintenance costs to their vehicles
• Not viable for groups, since vans and larger vehicles will not drive on unpaved roads.

Average Travel Times

• Ilheus x Barra Grande – Under ideal conditions, 2 hours and 40 minutes. Under poor conditions, 3 ½ to 4 hours.
• Ilheus x Taipu de Fora – Under ideal conditions, 2 hours and 20 minutes. Under poor conditions, 3:15 to 4 hours.

Marau Travel can help you decide which route is best on your travel dates, as well as select the right car and the right driver.

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Transfer Ilheus x Cassange, Algodoes and Saquaira on Marau Peninsula

Under most conditions, the best way to get to the beaches in the southern part of Marau Peninsula is to go by the unpaved peninsula road, BR-030. Even under less than ideal conditions, this options takes less time than going by paved road then speedboat to Barra Grande, since you would still have to drive halfway down the peninsula to reach your destination (see map).

Average Travel Times

• Algodoes Beach – Under ideal conditions, 2 hours and 15 minutes. Under poor conditions, 2:30 to 3 hours
• Saquaira Beach – Under ideal conditions, 2 hours and 20 minutes. Under poor conditions, 2:40 to 3:15 hours.
• Cassange Beach – Under ideal conditions, 2 hours and 30 minutes. Under poor conditions, 3 to 3 ½ hours.

The price of the transfer will vary depending on the car, the driver and road conditions. Get in touch with Marau Travel so we can quote you a good car at the best available price.

Popular Hotels & Resorts we Service on Marau Peninsula

• Pousada Lagoa do Casssange
• Sitio da Bia
• Butterfly House
• Na Villa dos Algodões
• Pousada Bahia Boa
• Casa Del Mar
• Casa dos Arandis

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Although Ilhéus Airport is the most convenient gateway to Barra Grande and the Maraú Peninsula, some travelers arrive through Salvador. If you're traveling from Salvador, we also offer private transfers that combine the crossing to Itaparica Island with ground transportation to Camamu and onward connections to Barra Grande.

Learn more about our Salvador to Barra Grande transfer

Personalized Routes

Create your own itinerary, with multiple destinations and legs. One popular route is Ilheus x Itacare x Barra Grande x Ilheus, for example. Another route may include the Island of Boipeba.

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