Eco Park Porto da Ilha

What Eco Park Porto da Ilha does

Eco Park Porto da Ilha is a privately held ecotourism operator located in Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, conducting business on 18.6 hectares within the MONA Rio Formoso conservation area (Monumento Natural do Rio Formoso). The site is situated approximately 13 km from Bonito's center on Rodovia do Turismo km 13 and was taken over by its current management in 2012 under the prior name Ilha do Padre, repositioned under the current brand with an explicit environmental preservation mandate. The park targets leisure travelers through a horizontal segmentation spanning families with children, couples, solo travelers, and teenagers/young adults, and earned the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice 2025 recognition placing it among the top 10% of establishments worldwide.

The product surface centers on six water-based activities on the Rio Formoso: Bote (5 km inflatable raft through rapids and waterfalls), Duck (paired kayak with three waterfall descents), Boia (individual inner-tube run), Stand Up Paddle (1 km paddleboard), Barco Elétrico (silent electric boat), and Bike Boat (aquatic bicycle using proprietary Chiliboats equipment). Supporting infrastructure comprises four bathing areas, two floating decks, a dedicated Kids Beach, the Restaurante do Porto with chef Sylvio Trujillo's ecogastronomy program, the Porto da Ilha Shop retail outlet, and event hosting facilities. The operational backbone is a Sistema de Gestão da Segurança (SGS) conforming to ABNT norms and Abeta recommendations for adventure tourism, integrating protocols, continuous training, simulations, and monitoring.

Revenue is generated through activity and combo ticket sales, restaurant service, retail merchandise, and event venue rental. Distribution is exclusively via accredited travel agencies in Bonito under a regional tourism management system enforcing capacity limits and price standardization, with a price table locked through 2027. Entry starts at R$75 and combo packages range from R$280 to R$380 across high and low seasons. The park does not disclose revenue, formal headcount beyond nine reported employees, or any external funding events.

Name

Eco Park Porto da Ilha

Legal name

Eco Park Porto da Ilha

Website

https://portodailha.eco.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Privately held ecotourism park in Bonito, Brazil, operating within the MONA Rio Formoso conservation area. It offers six water-based adventure activities on Rio Formoso, plus a restaurant, retail shop, and event hosting, serving families, couples, and solo travelers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ecotourism and Adventure Tourism

NAICS

Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (712190), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (71219), Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (48721)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHAAAEAE

River & Wetland Ecotours (Canoe/Kayak, Mangrove/Swamp Tours)

Travel & Hospitality/Adventure, Amusement Parks & Ecotourism/Ecotourism Operators & Nature-Based Tours

SECONDARYTHAJAIAH

Wetlands, Rivers & Freshwater Nature Tours

Travel & Hospitality/Tours, Attractions & Experiences/Nature & Wildlife Experiences (National Parks, Wildlife Encounters, Eco-tours)

SECONDARYTHAAAGAF

Recreation & Activity Services (Hiking, Boating, Climbing, Fishing—Guided/Authorized)

Travel & Hospitality/Adventure, Amusement Parks & Ecotourism/National Parks & Protected Area Visitor Services (Concessions, Guided Access)

SECONDARYTHAJAIAA

National Park & Protected Area Tours

Travel & Hospitality/Tours, Attractions & Experiences/Nature & Wildlife Experiences (National Parks, Wildlife Encounters, Eco-tours)

Keywords

• Ecotourism services
• Adventure water tours
• Nature park activities
• Rafting experiences
• Eco park operations

Headquarters

HQ city

Bonito

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Activity and Combo Sales: Revenue from individual activities (Bote, Duck, Boia, Stand Up Paddle, Bike Boat, Barco Elétrico) and combo packages sold through accredited travel agencies. Day Use access is included free with any activity purchase.
2. Restaurant Services: Restaurant serving à la carte dishes, buffet, portions, and drinks under chef Sylvio Trujillo's signature, offering regional cuisine with ecogastronomy approach.
3. Retail/Souvenir Shop: Porto da Ilha Shop selling souvenirs, themed merchandise (t-shirts, caps), local handicrafts, sustainable products, and travel essentials.
4. Event Venue Rental: Event hosting services for weddings, photography sessions, video recordings, and corporate events in the natural scenic setting.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Eco Park Porto da Ilha operates a 18.6-hectare ecotourism park within the MONA Rio Formoso protected conservation area in Bonito/MS, Brazil, offering six water-based adventure tours (Bote, Duck, Boia, Stand Up Paddle, Barco Elétrico, Bike Boat) and full-day Day Use access to four bathing areas, floating decks, and Kids Beach. Revenue is generated from activity tickets, on-site dining at Restaurante do Porto, retail at Porto da Ilha Shop, and event hosting services, all distributed exclusively through accredited travel agencies in Bonito.

Product overview

Eco Park Porto da Ilha is an ecotourism park offering a unified experience centered on water activities and nature immersion on the Rio Formoso in Bonito, MS. The core offering consists of six adventure tours (Bote, Duck, Boia, Stand Up Paddle, Barco Elétrico, Bike Boat) combined with Day Use balneário access, complemented by Restaurante do Porto's ecogastronomy, Porto da Ilha Shop retail, and event hosting services. Combo packages bundle multiple activities with discounted pricing. The park operates as a Conservation Unit within MONA – Monumento Natural do Rio Formoso, emphasizing sustainable tourism.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Porto da Ilha Shop: The official store of Eco Park Porto da Ilha, offering exclusive souvenirs, themed clothing, local crafts, and sustainable products inspired by the fauna, flora, and culture of Bonito.

Products and services

• Passeio de Bote Group inflatable boat tour navigating 5km of rapids and waterfalls on the Rio Formoso, including a swimming stop. The park's signature activity offering adventure, adrenaline, and nature contemplation for visitors of all ages.
• Passeio de Duck Paired inflatable kayak (duck) tour featuring three waterfall descents and team collaboration, covering 2km of the Rio Formoso with free balneário access.
• Passeio de Boia Individual inner tube ride traversing 550m with two waterfalls and one rapid, offering personal challenge and autonomy with free balneário access.
• Passeio de Stand Up Paddle Paddleboard experience on calm waters of Rio Formoso with views of waterfalls, providing a contemplative and balanced wellness activity along 1km.
• Passeio de Barco Elétrico Electric boat tour offering silent, eco-friendly navigation through 1km of Rio Formoso with maximum accessibility for all ages and free balneário access.
• Passeio de Bike Boat Aquatic bicycle tour pedaling across Rio Formoso waters using Chiliboats equipment, accommodating one adult and one child with optional seat for children up to 5 years, with free balneário access.
• Day Use Full-day balneário access including four bathing areas, two floating decks, Praia Kids, waterfalls, swings, sports courts, restaurant, and souvenir shop. Day Use access is complimentary with any activity purchase.
• Restaurante do Porto Restaurant offering ecogastronomy with regional ingredients, à la carte dishes and buffet, signature cocktails, and panoramic views of Rio Formoso, under chef Sylvio Trujillo's command.
• Porto da Ilha Shop Official souvenir store selling themed merchandise, local crafts, sustainable products, and travel essentials including sunscreen and repellent.
• Eventos Event hosting services for outdoor weddings, photo shoots, video productions, and corporate events in the natural scenic setting of the eco park.

Quantifiable outcome

• Among top 10% of establishments globally according to TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice 2025

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Bonito Accredited Travel AgenciescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe park sells all tickets and activities exclusively through Bonito's official network of accredited travel agencies (agências de viagem credenciadas). This partnership is part of Bonito's tourism management system that ensures standardized pricing, visitor capacity control, and environmental preservation. Agencies follow a price table valid until 2027.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Ceita Corê: Bonito/MS ecotourism destination offering horseback riding, trails, and river-based activities on a private reserve. Comparable in scope, target customer (nature/leisure travelers), and distribution (accredited Bonito agencies).
• Parque das Cachoeiras: Bonito/MS private nature park with multiple waterfalls and trails. Competes directly for the same families, couples, and adventure-seeking visitors staying in Bonito and channeled through the same accredited agency network.
• Estância Mimosa: Bonito/MS ecotourism ranch offering nature trails, waterfalls, and adventure activities on a working farm. Directly comparable as a same-destination, nature-based attraction with guided experiences in the Bonito corridor.
• Buraco das Araras (Fazenda Boqueirão): Private wildlife/sinkhole ecotourism attraction in Jardim/MS near Bonito, offering guided viewing experiences. Comparable as a nature-based, conservation-focused paid attraction in the greater Bonito/MS ecotourism region.

Broad incumbents

• Beach Park: Brazil's largest water-based theme park resort in Aquiraz/CE. Comparable as a major Brazilian water-park operator with multi-attraction ticketing, F&B, retail, and event hosting, but at scale and serving a beach-leisure rather than ecotourism audience.
• Xcaret (Grupo Xcaret): Mexican eco-adventure park combining nature, water activities, F&B, and cultural experiences in a single destination. Comparable in product mix (water activities, dining, retail, events) and positioning as a premium nature-immersive attraction, though at much larger scale.
• Hot Park (Rio Quente Resorts): Large Brazilian water park in Caldas Novas/GO known for tropical/water attractions and resort integration. Comparable business model (ticketed water activities, F&B, retail) but operates as a broader water-park incumbent rather than ecotourism niche.

Emerging players

• Thermas dos Laranjais: One of Brazil's largest water-park complexes by visitor volume, in Olímpia/SP. Comparable as a multi-attraction water/leisure operator with combined ticket-and-F&B economics, but with hot-spring leisure rather than ecotourism focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ecoparkportodailha
• Instagraminstagram.com/ecoparkportodailha
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/eco-park-porto-da-ilha

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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