Itineraries
Florianópolis 6-day itinerary
Six days leave room for a full day's hike to Lagoinha do Leste.
Updated on October 7, 2026 ✓ Information checked on October 6, 2026 adapted from the Portuguese original
Follow the 5-day itinerary and add the island’s most famous hike.
Days 1 to 5
The Lagoa and the East, the North, downtown, the South with Campeche Island and the North Bay with the forts.
Day 6: Lagoinha do Leste
- Early morning: hike via Matadeiro to Lagoinha do Leste.
- Midday: beach and lagoon, with a packed lunch.
- Afternoon: return via Pântano do Sul for a late seafood lunch.
A gentler alternative
If you prefer something easier, swap Lagoinha for the Galheta trail and an afternoon in Barra da Lagoa.
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