Cotijuba Island
Ilha de Cotijuba
A quiet river island where private vehicles are banned. Take a ferry, ride tractor-drawn trailers and bikes to the river beaches, and see the ruins of an old prison.
Cotijuba Island lies in Guajará Bay, north of Belém. Private cars are not allowed, so getting around relies on tractor-drawn trailer carts and bicycles. The north shore has several long freshwater beaches, quieter than Mosqueiro. In the south of the island are the ruins of a reformatory prison from the early 20th century. The ferry from Icoaraci Pier takes about 45 minutes. Facilities are basic, making it a good choice for travelers who want to avoid crowds.
Opening hours
All day (depends on ferry)
Nearby sights
- Mosqueiro Island
- Parque Estadual do Utinga
- Bosque Rodrigues Alves
- Estação das Docas
- Ver-o-Peso Market
- Praça da República
- Forte do Presépio (Forte do Castelo)
- Theatro da Paz