The tropical holiday Island of Itamaracá is connected to the main land by a 50 meter long road bridge and is situated just 45 minute drive from the city of Recife and it’s international airport. It has an area of round 65 km² and rises to an altitude of about 20 meters.

The island was annexed for the Portuguese crown in 1526 by Francisco Garcia and in that year the first settler was Duarte Coelho from Portuguese Pernambuco. In 1631 the large fortification Fort Orange was built by the Dutch under Frederico Henrique de Orange, who at one time lived on Mauritius Island. In 1866 a lighthouse was erected on the island.

Itamaracá offers the visitor a wealth of sights and tourist attractions. Nature in abundance, cultural and historical sites are to be found on this island which is separated from the mainland by the "Canal de Santa Cruz".

A variety of hotels, restaurants and bars ensure that your stay is entertaining and pleasant.

17Km of beaches, mangroves, hiking trails through the Atlantic jungle, rivers, lagoons, sandbanks, and coconut palm trees encourage tourism. Research outposts examine and support the protection of animals which are threatened by extinction.

Here you can get to know the residents of the island and the local specialities, and you can take part in traditional dances such as Ciranda, Maracatú and Frevo.

Every corner of this island is full of history. Antique churches, forts, old sugar plantations and ruins can be visited.

Itamaracá offers excellent water sport facilities such as windsurfing, snorkelling or jet-skis. If you prefer less strenuous activities you can take a boat trip around the island or explore the island from the air by ultra-light.