SP-Ibiti air bridge: Nature closer to you!
Getting to Ibiti has never been so easy - and so enchanting. Now, a regular SP-Ibiti flight connects São Paulo to Ibiti Projeto in just 1h20, shortening distances and bringing guests closer to one of Brazil's most unique experiences. Thanks to an unprecedented partnership with Flapper, a benchmark in executive aviation, weekends have a new possibility: take off from Campo de Marte on Friday afternoon and, a few hours later, be immersed in the trails, waterfalls and flavors that make Ibiti Projeto a unique destination in the world. "More than just shortening distances, this project represents a milestone in the consolidation of Ibiti as a benchmark destination for sustainable hospitality, regeneration and culture. We want access to be as special as the experience that awaits each guest here," says Hugo Cambraia, Ibiti's CEO. Comfort in the air, freedom on the ground The route is operated in a Caravan Grand, a safe and comfortable aircraft for up to nine passengers, with ample luggage for bicycles, musical instruments or suitcases for those who come to experience intense days of nature and well-being. "The Ibit Project is ready to position itself as one of the favorite destinations for weekend getaways for the public in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Belo Horizonte," says Paul Malicki, CEO of Flapper. "We chose the Caravan Grand because of its safety and luggage capacity, replicating our model of shared flights already consolidated on other routes." In addition, Ibiti Projeto guests who choose to stay from Sunday to Thursday can enjoy special rates on repositioning routes, starting at R$ 750 per leg. Exclusive experiences With the air bridge on the same weekend, it is possible to: - Enjoy a candlelit dinner- Attend piano concerts- Cycle along the more than 300 km of trails- Enjoy therapies and spas- Watch the sky, the sun, the moon and the stars- Dive into crystal-clear waterfalls All this in a conservation and regeneration territory of around six thousand hectares, which unites nature, art, philosophy and Minas Gerais hospitality. The runway that was born of a dream Recently renovated, the Carolina de Assis Aerodrome (SJXM) now has an asphalt sidewalk, an expanded patio and operations compatible with executive aircraft such as the Caravan, King Air and Pilatus. Located at an altitude of 1,100 meters, the runway is 860 meters long and 15 meters wide, with an 8º incline and a patio with capacity for up to 4 aircraft. The dream of the runway was born with Carlinhos Repetto, founder of Ibiti Projeto, inspired by mountain airports such as Courchevel. In challenging terrain, in the first decade of the 2000s he made it possible to build it in a clearing in the middle of the forest, without having to cut down a single tree. The airfield was named after his mother, Carolina de Assis Repetto (1920-2025). The first woman to earn her aviator's license in Minas Gerais in 1939, Dona Lilina, as she was known, defied the standards of the time with boldness and courage. She flew aerobatics in her PP-GAN airplane, represented Minas Gerais in competitions and also stood out as a self-taught architect and the matriarch of a large family. Carolina passed away in February 2025, at the age of 104. Celebration The official inauguration, on September 18, brought together authorities, partners and friends of Ibiti Projeto, marking the beginning of a new stage for sustainable tourism in Ibiti Projeto. Fighting fires The airstrip not only shortens the distance between São Paulo and Ibiti Projeto, but is also a strategic support point for fighting fires in the region. In 2021, during a fire in the park, the operation was only contained with the help of aircraft hired by Ibiti Projeto, which used the then grass airfield as a base. With the renovation and asphalting, the runway now offers an even safer and more efficient infrastructure to support emergency actions, as well as allowing guests to fly exclusively. Book your seat flyflapper.com Information and accommodation (32) 98449-2200 (32) 99984-7626 Find out more ibiti.com @ibitiprojeto @ibiti.village @ibitiengenho
Muriqui Day: how preservation began in Ibiti
On August 27, we celebrate Ibiti Day and Muriqui Day, the largest primate in the Americas and a critically endangered species. For Ibiti, the date has a special meaning: it was here that Muriqui House was born, an unprecedented project to preserve the northern muriqui (Brachyteles hypoxanthus). It all started with the determination of Carlinhos Repetto, founder of Ibiti Projeto. Through reports from local residents, he knew that there were still muriquis living in Mata do Luna, an area threatened by deforestation. After a tireless search, Carlinhos managed to make the first photographic record of a northern muriqui in the region in 2002, confirming its occurrence. Listen to the audio Destiny transformed "I had been looking for this monkey for years," recalls Carlinhos. "This record was very important. It's on the back cover of the first book 'Reserva do Ibitipoca'. The photo of the monkey on the cover is by Araquém (Alcântara). When you open the book, there's a large black and white photo of the monkey, which was the first photographic record." At the time, Carlinhos found trees in full bloom with muricis, the monkeys' food, marked for felling. He went to the owner of the area and, with the support of his cousin Renato Machado, one of the creators of Ibiti, managed to buy Mata do Luna. This gesture was decisive: it guaranteed the preservation of the forest and started a conservation project that still resonates today. "It all started there," says Carlinhos. "I shouted to the world that it had to be preserved." And so the story of protecting the muriquis in Ibiti was born. Today, four decades on, the fight for the muriqui's survival continues. The Ibiti Project continues with regeneration and conservation actions, with unprecedented initiatives such as the Muriqui House project, developed in partnership with the Muriqui Biodiversity Institute - MIB. A historic step towards guaranteeing the future of the species. Celebrating Muriqui Day is above all celebrating the courage and vision of those who believed that preserving nature can transform destinies.