Islands in Pernambuco, Brazil
Fernando de Noronha
Protected volcanic archipelago with Brazil's clearest diving, turtles and empty beaches. Suits divers and nature lovers; flights, daily fees and meals are expensive, and visitor numbers are capped.
At a glance
- Safety5/5Very safeDetails
- Monthly budget$2,300–3,640Comfortable, one person · R$12,000–19,000Details
- Value for money29/100Better value than 28% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goAug–DecWarmest: Apr, 28°CDetails
- Internet242 MbpsFixed broadband, Brazil medianDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledDesalinated and brackish; drink bottled or filtered water.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: limitedDetails
- Doctor's visit$48–115Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundPublic bus (Vila–Sueste)You'll need transportDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashCards and Pix are accepted in most pousadas and restaurants; ATMs are limited, so bring some cash for small shops and beach vendors.Details
Where to stay in Fernando de Noronha
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Vila dos Remédios | Main village: pousadas, restaurants, nightlife, easy walking |
| Floresta Velha–Floresta Nova | Quiet residential edges with simple pousadas |
| Boldró | Beach-side stays close to the village |
Apps that work in Fernando de Noronha
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- ClickBus: Book intercity bus tickets
- Waze: Driving directions; most locals use it
- Taxis: No ride apps. Use the public bus, local taxis, buggy rentals or pousada transfers; book tours with registered guides.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Brazil.
- Mixed: cards and cash Cards and Pix are accepted in most pousadas and restaurants; ATMs are limited, so bring some cash for small shops and beach vendors.
- Currency: Real (BRL). US$1 ≈ R$5.22 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Banco24Horas, Bradesco and Banco do Brasil ATMs take foreign cards; expect a fee and low night-time limits.
- Tipping: Restaurants and bars add an optional 10% service charge; nothing more is expected. Tipping taxi and ride-app drivers isn't customary.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work at card terminals; Pix needs a Brazilian account or a Pix-enabled foreign wallet.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa since April 2025 (US$80.90), applied for online about 10 working days ahead.
- No arrival card or entry fee. Extensions beyond the first stay are requested from the Federal Police before it ends.
- Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for many regions, including the Amazon, but is not required for entry.
Emergency numbers
Police 190 · Ambulance 192 · Fire 193
Plugs
Type C, N · 127 V, 60 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Regular prepaid chips usually need a CPF to register; carrier visitor plans and eSIMs accept a passport. International eSIM apps are simplest. eSIMs work for visitors.
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