Sea— Brazil

Travessia do Canal de Ilhabela

Nov 15, 2026
Distances: 2.5km and 3.6km

At a glance

Next edition date
November 15, 2026
Distances
2.5 km · 3.6 km
Where
Sea · Praia Grande Balneário dos Trabalhadores, Ilhabela, São Paulo, Brazil

About the race

The Travessia de São Sebastião offers an iconic challenge: swimming across the channel that separates the municipalities of Ilhabela and São Sebastião. Athletes start from the opposite side of the channel in Ilhabela and swim until they reach the shore in the city of São Sebastião.

Ilhabela
Ilhabela · Photo: Lucas Lima 91 · CC BY-SA 2.0

The event is under the technical direction of Igor de Souza and produced by Ecooutdoor Sports Business, offering two distinct courses for swimmers, with starts from Ilha das Cabras or Praia Grande.

Sources: Ilhabela

Course

2.5 km

Start from Ilha das Cabras (Ilhabela) with finish in São Sebastião.

3.6 km

Start from Praia Grande (Ilhabela) with finish in São Sebastião.

Awards

Award ceremony scheduled for 09:00.

How to get there

Location approximately 197 km from São Paulo Capital via Carvalho Pinto/Tamoios and 3.3 km from the Historic Center of São Sebastião.

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Travessia do Canal de Ilhabela

Frequently asked questions

When is Travessia do Canal de Ilhabela?
Travessia do Canal de Ilhabela takes place on November 15, 2026.
What distances does Travessia do Canal de Ilhabela offer?
Travessia do Canal de Ilhabela offers 2.5 km and 3.6 km.
Where does Travessia do Canal de Ilhabela take place?
Travessia do Canal de Ilhabela is a sea swim. Location: Praia Grande Balneário dos Trabalhadores, Ilhabela, São Paulo, Brazil.
How do I register for Travessia do Canal de Ilhabela?
The reference page for registering for Travessia do Canal de Ilhabela is https://travessiadesaosebastiao.com.br/.

Where to stay

Ilhabela offers a wide range of stays, from charming boutique hotels tucked into the colonial-style harbor area to more rustic eco-lodges and family-run guesthouses scattered along the coast. Camping options are also available near the beaches for those seeking a more direct connection to the environment. Expect to pay between $80 and $250 per night depending on the proximity to the main channel access points and the level of amenities.

Things to do nearby

Beyond the water, the island is a hub for nature and adventure. You can explore the lush Atlantic Forest trails that lead to hidden waterfalls, or rent a kayak or SUP to navigate the calmer bays where pirate ships once anchored. Local culinary experiences focus on fresh, daily catches from the island's fishing communities, and several sites offer insights into the area's maritime and indigenous history through small, curated exhibitions.

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