Car Hire in Navegantes Center

Navegantes is a coastal town in Santa Catarina, located at the mouth of the Itajaí River directly opposite the larger city of Itajaí, about 80 km north of Florianópolis. With 1 rental company in the city center, it's a convenient base for exploring the northern Santa Catarina coast and the German colonial heritage inland. From Navegantes city center, it takes approximately 10 minutes by ferry or 20 minutes driving via the bridge to reach Itajaí.

Balneário Camboriú, known for its tall skyscrapers and lively beaches, is about 20 km to the south along SC-486. Combine your car rental trip with a visit to Blumenau, about 60 km inland via BR-470, to experience German architecture and Oktoberfest atmosphere. Park at Praia de Navegantes and take the ferry to Itajaí for a cheaper and more picturesque journey.

Avoid driving along the coast during Carnival and New Year when traffic to Balneário Camboriú can be extreme. How close is Navegantes city center to the airport? Navegantes airport (NVT) is about 3 km north of the city center, approximately 5–8 minutes drive.

Can I take my car on the ferry to Itajaí? No, there is no car ferry – you must drive via the bridge which takes about 20 minutes via BR-101. Which beaches are easiest to reach from Navegantes city center?

Praia de Navegantes is directly accessible, and Praia Brava in Itajaí is reached in about 15 minutes drive.

We compare prices from all major providers at Navegantes Center so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.