Transfers Ilhéus to Itacaré Airport, Hotels, Resorts, Airbnb

Advantages of a Private Transfer vs Bus or Uber

• Some companies offer shared transfers by van or minibus, but for two or more travelers, a private transfer often provides a lower cost per person while offering greater comfort, speed, and convenience.
• Compared to Uber, a private transfer offers greater peace of mind, especially when booked in advance. You’ll arrive at Ilhéus Airport (IOS) knowing exactly who will be meeting you, with door-to-door service and personalized assistance via WhatsApp.
• In addition to being faster and more comfortable than buses and shared transfers, a private transfer eliminates extra transportation connections, unnecessary transfers, and the stress of organizing transportation upon arrival.

 

Airport Transfer and Taxi Ilheus x Itacare

Your driver monitors your flight arrival and will be waiting just outside the arrivals area at Ilhéus Airport (IOS), holding a sign with your name. After assisting with your luggage, you’ll travel directly to your accommodation in Itacaré in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.

From Ilheus Airport, we provide door-to-door service to hotels, pousadas, Airbnb properties, vacation rentals, and private residences throughout Itacaré. Popular destinations include Txai Resort, Barracuda Hotel & Villas, Aldeia do Mar, Ecoporan Hotel, Resende Imperial, accommodations near Concha Beach, and many other locations across the town.

In addition to airport pickups, we can also arrange transportation from hotels, pousadas, and the Ilhéus Bus Terminal.

Average Travel Time

Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions and the location of your accommodation.

Distance Between Ilhéus and Itacaré

Approximately 75 km (47 miles) from Ilhéus Airport (IOS) to downtown Itacaré.

Transfer from Ilheus Airport to Txai Resort

 

We offer private transfers from Ilhéus Airport (IOS) to Txai Resort Itacaré, one of Bahia’s most exclusive beachfront resorts. Your driver will meet you at the airport, assist with your luggage, and take you directly to the resort in comfort and safety.

Located along Itacaré’s pristine coastline, Txai Resort is known for its secluded setting, natural surroundings, and direct access to some of the region’s most beautiful beaches. The journey from Ilhéus Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

 

Private Van transfer from Ilheus to Itacare

Marau Travel offers private van transfers from Ilhéus to Itacaré. Our executive vans typically accommodate up to 15 passengers, although capacity may be reduced when traveling with a large amount of luggage.

For groups of seven or more travelers, a private van is usually the most comfortable and cost-effective option. Your group travels together in a single vehicle, with door-to-door service from Ilhéus Airport (IOS), hotels, or other pickup locations directly to your accommodation in Itacaré.

 

Popular Itacare Hotels We Serve

• Txai Resort
• Barracuda Hotel & Villas
• Aldeia do Mar
• Ecoporan Hotel
• Terra Boa Resort
• Vila Barracuda
• Burundunga
• Concha Beach accommodations

 

How do the Ilhéus x Itacaré Transfers Work

Reservations

Get in touch with our reservations department via WhatApp. We will provide with a quick quote, and if acceptable, you will fill out a quick and easy form with your basic information and fight details.

Arrival Transfer (Ilhéus Airport to Itacaré)

One day before your arrival, a Marau Travel representative will contact you via WhatsApp to confirm your pickup details and provide your driver’s contact information.

Upon arrival at Ilhéus Airport (IOS), your driver will be waiting outside the baggage claim area holding a sign with your name. After assisting with your luggage, you’ll be escorted directly to the vehicle and begin your journey to Itacaré.

Because this is a private transfer, there is no need to wait for other passengers or make additional stops along the way.

Upon arrival in Itacaré, your driver will drop you off directly at your hotel, pousada, vacation rental, Airbnb, or private residence and assist with your luggage if needed.

Travel Time: Approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes.

Departure Transfer (Itacaré to Ilhéus Airport)

One day before your departure, we will contact you via WhatsApp to confirm your pickup time and provide your driver’s contact information.

At the scheduled time, your driver will meet you at your accommodation in Itacaré and take you directly to Ilhéus Airport (IOS).

Travel Time: Approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes.

 

Transfer Pricing

Transfer rates between Ilhéus and Itacaré vary depending on the vehicle type and number of passengers.

Prices are charged per vehicle and per trip, not per person, and always include a professional driver.

Contact us for a personalized quote.

 

Payment Methods

PIX • Bank Transfer • Cash • Credit Card

To confirm your reservation, we require a 50% deposit.

The remaining balance can be paid on the day of the transfer by PIX, cash, or bank transfer. For round-trip bookings, the remaining balance may be split between both journeys.

Your reservation will be confirmed once proof of payment has been received via WhatsApp or email.

If you would like to pay by credit card, please contact us in advance.

 

Other Transfers from Itacare

Itacare to Barra Grande, Marau & Camamu

There are 2 options for transportation between Itacare and Peninsula de Marau:

Option 1 – Transfer from Itacaré to Camamu, with speedboat to Barra Grande (orange route). This is the easiest way to get to Barra Grande from Itacare. This route take you by a beautiful paved road to Camamu, where you catch one of the hourly speedboats to Barra Grande on the Marau Peninsula. We can also include your speedboat reservation for the same price as the boat company, 60 BRL per person.

Average time between Itacare and Barra Grande: 1 hour and 30 minutes (1 hour by car, 30 minutes by boat).

 

Option 2 – Transfer from Itacaré to the Península de Maraú via the unpaved road (BR-030). This includes transfers to the destinations:

– Itacare x Algodoes Beach

– Itacare x Cassange Beach

– Itacare x Taipu de Fora Beach

– Itacare x Barra Grande

Average time between Itacare and Marau Beaches: Between 1:30 and 3 hours, depending on destination and road conditions.

 

 

Quote via E-mail

 

 

Transfer Itacare to Boipeba

Marau Transport and Tour offers transportation between Itacare and Boipeba via the port of Graciosa, where you catch one of the frequent speedboats to the island of Boipeba.

Average travel time: 2 hours by car, followed by 40 minutes speedboat.

 

 

Transfer Itacare x Morro de Sao Paulo (via Valenca)

We offer transfer and taxi service between Itacare and Morro de Sao Paulo via Valenca, where you catch one of the frequent speedboats to Morro de Sao Paulo.

Average Travel Time: 2 hours and 45 minutes by car, followed by 45 minutes in speedboat

 

 

 

Taxi from Ilheus to Serra Grande and Beaches North

This transfer picks you up at Ilhéus Airport, the bus station, or any hotel in Ilhéus, and take you to Serra Grande and other beaches on the north coast of Ilhéus, including:

-Serra Grande

-Sargi Beach

-Mamoã Beach

-Tulha

-Joia Atlantica and others

Average travel time Ilheus x Serra Grande: 1 hour, depending on your destination

 

 

Points of Interest along the Route Ilheus to Itacare*

 

Serra Grande Overlook

The Serra Grande overlook is located at the start of the mountainous road at the start of the Serra Grande/Itacaré environmentally protected area. The view is breathtaking. At almost 90 meters high, you can see the beaches of Pé da Serra and Praia do Sargi and, on a clear day, you can easily see the city of Ilhéus in the distance.

 

Cabana da Empada

One of the most popular stops during the transfer from Ilhéus to Itacaré is the Cabana da Empada. They have a huge selection of empadas, which is a baked Brazilian delicacy, as well as a wide variety of fresh, natural fruit juices.

The empadas are always ready to eat, and this stop usually doesn’t take long (unless there’s a big queue). If you’re really in a hurry, you can always buy some to go!

 

Serra Grande / Itacare Envirnmentally Protected Area

 

*Policy on stops during the transfer to Itacaré

We request that clients keep stops to a maximum of 15 minutes during the transfer. There may be a service charge for longer stops, and should be arranged in advance in case the driver has another commitment.