Car Rental in Ubatuba Center

Ubatuba on São Paulo's north coast is one of Brazil's most renowned beach paradises with over 100 beaches along an 80 km coastline, located 230 km from São Paulo via BR-116 and SP-099. With 5 rental companies in the center, there is good availability of rental cars to explore the more remote beaches. The town borders Serra do Mar National Park and the Atlantic rainforest, and beaches such as Praia da Fortaleza (15 km to the north) and Praia do Félix (10 km to the south) are most easily reached by car along SP-055.

Ubatuba is also the departure point for boat trips to Ilha Anchieta, 3 km off the coast. During high season (December–February), a car should be booked at least 2 weeks in advance – demand far exceeds supply. Choose a compact car to navigate the narrow roads down to the beaches.

Park at Praia Grande early – the parking lot fills to capacity by 09:00 on weekends. Which car is best suited for Ubatuba's beach roads? A compact car is sufficient for most beaches, but for Praia Brava and Praia da Fazenda, a car with slightly higher ground clearance is recommended as the roads are uneven.

Can I drive the rental car to Paraty in Rio de Janeiro state? Paraty is 65 km to the north along SP-055/RJ-165. Most rental companies allow this – check that the insurance covers Rio de Janeiro state.

How long does it take to drive from São Paulo to Ubatuba? About 3 hours (230 km) via BR-116 and SP-099 Tamoios Highway, but expect 4–5 hours on Friday afternoons and weekend departures.

We compare prices from all major providers at Ubatuba 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.