Florianópolis, Destination

Island Escapes

Private island travel in Florianópolis

Island trips with seclusion and privacy.

Florianópolis in Brazil is a destination that Island Escapes plans for couples and families, with a focus on seclusion and privacy. As a Swiss travel agency with video consultation, Island Escapes also organises long transfers to remote islands. The planner starts the island planning, and on a video call you clarify the details.

Updated: 7 August 2026.

Why this trip

Florianópolis lies on an island, and the bridge that connects it to the mainland is already a destination in itself: the Ponte Hercílio Luz, built of steel, glows at night over the bay. After that begins an island whose beaches each have a character of their own. The dunes of Joaquina are suited to sandboarding, at the Mirante da Praia das Palmeiras you can enjoy the view along the coast, and small bays in the south can only be reached on foot. Between May and October it is winter here, a period with mild days, clear air and almost empty beaches.

Couples hike on coastal paths, families explore the lagoon or cycle between villages. Between July and November southern right whales can be watched along the coast, and the water stays cool for walks along the shore. The accommodation Palace Praia Hotel stands as an example of a property with a sea view. The winter season calls for a little flexibility in what you wear in the evening, when the wind picks up.

How you divide the days between beach and city is best discussed with Island Escapes in a video call.

Best time to travel

Weather and sea conditions shape an island trip, so planning for Brazil starts with the season.

MonthMaximum temperatureRainy days
January26.6 degrees21
February26.8 degrees19
March26.3 degrees19
April23.7 degrees12
May21.3 degrees9
June19.9 degrees10
July18.8 degrees8
August19.4 degrees9
September21.3 degrees13
October21.7 degrees17
November23.3 degrees15
December25.4 degrees17

Climate values: monthly averages from measurements 2020 to 2024, maximum temperature and average rainy days. This is not current weather and not a forecast.

Places and experiences

The catalogue for Florianópolis lists many places, and on a video call you decide how remote your island should be.

  • Ponte Hercílio Luz, ExperiencePonte Hercílio Luz, Experience
  • Mirante do Morro da Cruz, ExperienceMirante do Morro da Cruz, Experience
  • Mirante Ahau - Praia Mole, ExperienceMirante Ahau - Praia Mole, Experience
PlaceCategory
Ponte Hercílio LuzSight
Mirante do Morro da CruzSight
Mirante Ahau - Praia MoleSight

Getting there

From Zurich or Basel-Mulhouse, the journey often continues by boat or seaplane, and Island Escapes plans the connections.

Packages and budget

There are no flat rates, because island, transfers and time shape the trip. After the planner, a quote follows.

Mediterranean island villa

Duration
5 to 7 days
Price from
from CHF 2’490 p. p.

Indian Ocean island retreat

Duration
7 to 10 days
Price from
from CHF 4’990 p. p.

South Pacific and Caribbean

Duration
10 to 14 days
Price from
from CHF 6’990 p. p.

Buyout for your group

Duration
5 to 8 days
Price from
from CHF 7’990 p. p.

Guide price: the prices in this table are non-binding starting prices per person and serve as a guide. Only your personal offer after the consultation by video call is binding.

Frequently asked questions

What sets Island Escapes apart?

Island Escapes plans island trips with a focus on seclusion and privacy. We plan Florianópolis by video call according to your wishes for calm and accessibility.

Which places are part of the programme in Florianópolis?

For Florianópolis, Mirante do Morro da Cruz, Mirante Ahau - Praia Mole and Florianópolis are on file, and Island Escapes checks how quiet they really are.

Who is an island trip to Florianópolis suited to?

Couples and families who look for calm and privacy and prefer a trip with few changes and plenty of time on the beach and in the water.

Which accommodations are listed for Florianópolis in the catalogue?

The catalogue lists houses such as LK DESIGN HOTEL FLORIANOPOLIS, Hotel Boutique Quinta das Videiras and Majestic Palace Hotel for Florianópolis, and Island Escapes asks about the journey by boat or seaplane.

Can I adapt the trip?

Yes. We tailor duration, accommodation, travel and pace to your wishes. On a video call, we discuss how secluded you want to travel and which excursions you would like.

How much does a trip to Florianópolis cost?

The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.

How does the consultation work?

The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.

How do I start planning?

You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.

Plan your trip

Tell us in the planner how secluded your island should be.

Fill in the planner. You will get a reply by video call within one working day.

Island Escapes

Plan your journey step by step: travel dates, travellers and personal preferences, tailored to your destination.

Plan your own journey

Accommodation in the catalogue

  • Palace Praia Hotel, AccommodationPalace Praia Hotel, Accommodation
AccommodationRating
Palace Praia Hotel4.5

More destinations for Island Escapes

destinations in the catalogue of Island Escapes: Galápagos, Gorée, Holbox.

Gallery

  • Florianópolis, ExperienceFlorianópolis, Experience
  • São José da Ponta Grossa Fortress, ExperienceSão José da Ponta Grossa Fortress, Experience
  • Mirante da Praia das Palmeiras, ExperienceMirante da Praia das Palmeiras, Experience
  • Dunes of Joaquina, ExperienceDunes of Joaquina, Experience
  • Totem Eu Amo Floripa, ExperienceTotem Eu Amo Floripa, Experience

Overview

MonthMaximum temperatureRainy days
January26.6 degrees21
February26.8 degrees19
March26.3 degrees19
April23.7 degrees12
May21.3 degrees9
June19.9 degrees10
July18.8 degrees8
August19.4 degrees9
September21.3 degrees13
October21.7 degrees17
November23.3 degrees15
December25.4 degrees17

Map

Places in the catalogue on the map: Mirante do Morro da Cruz, Mirante Ahau - Praia Mole, Florianópolis, Ponte Hercílio Luz, São José da Ponta Grossa Fortress, Mirante da Praia das Palmeiras, Dunes of Joaquina, Totem Eu Amo Floripa.

  • Mirante do Morro da CruzSight
  • Mirante Ahau - Praia MoleSight
  • FlorianópolisSight
  • Ponte Hercílio LuzSight
  • São José da Ponta Grossa FortressSight
  • Mirante da Praia das PalmeirasSight
  • Dunes of JoaquinaSight
  • Totem Eu Amo FloripaSight

How it works

  1. Tell us your wishes

    Tell us the destination, dates, budget and style. It takes two minutes and carries no obligation.

  2. Receive your proposal

    We design your personal offer for Florianópolis with route, accommodation and experiences.

  3. Travel and enjoy

    From the smallest detail to the journey home, a dedicated contact person from Switzerland looks after you.

Sources and last update

Sources: Travel information from the Swiss Vibes catalogue.

Data as of: 7 August 2026.

Updated: 7 August 2026.

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