Aerial view of a beach and green headland in Florianópolis

Florianópolis · Santa Catarina

Florianópolis

The island of 42 beaches

Why Florianópolis

Down in Brazil's south, 'Floripa' wraps city life around an island of more than forty beaches: surf breaks and calm bays, a lagoon at its heart, dunes, trails and some of the country's freshest seafood.

We tailor it to your kind of day: surf and sand, the Lagoa's restaurants and nightlife, or quiet coves and coastal walks.

  • 40+ beachesFrom wild surf at Mole and Joaquina to calm family bays.
  • Lagoa da ConceiçãoThe island's social heart, water sports, dining and nightlife.
  • Hercílio Luz bridgeThe landmark suspension bridge linking island and mainland.
  • Surf & dunesClassic breaks and sandboarding on the Joaquina dunes.
  • Trails & natureHeadland walks to hidden beaches and viewpoints.
  • Fresh seafoodOysters and fish straight from the island's waters.

In pictures

Florianópolis, up close

Forty-two beaches, and a whole island to slow down on.

Trips & experiences

Ways to travel Florianópolis

Every trip is run by our local team and shaped around you, tell us your dates and we'll handle the rest.

Custom Florianópolis trip

Built around your dates

Difficulty Tailored · pace and walking built around your group

Price on requestCustom quote from our team

What you'll see

  • Island beaches
  • Lagoa da Conceição
  • Surf, dunes & trails
  • Seafood & coastline

Included

  • Itinerary planned around you
  • Local guiding
  • Transfers & logistics handled
  • Accessible options arranged and confirmed per traveler

Not included

  • Entrance fees & attraction tickets
  • Meals & drinks
  • Gratuities

An indicative guide, confirm exact inclusions and access with our team before you book.

Best time to go

Summer (December–March) is beach season, warm and busy; spring and autumn are quieter with pleasant days; winter is cool and good for trails.

Accessibility

Some beaches have adapted access points; we confirm accessible transport, stays and beaches for each traveler.

How it works

Planning with Trip in Brazil

Tell us what you love

Your dates, your pace, your must-sees, and any access needs. A quick chat (or our AI planner) is all it takes.

We craft your plan

Our Rio-based team shapes a route that actually works, with the right local guides, timing and logistics.

Travel with us beside you

Private support before and during your trip, so you can simply enjoy Brazil, we handle the rest.

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Guides for Florianópolis

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