Things to do in Brazil
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Maceió: Praia do Gunga Beach & Lagoa do Roteiro Sloop BoatYou get picked up from your hotel, travel by traditional sloop across Lagoa do Roteiro to Praia do Gunga, and spend the day at a beachfront restaurant with direct access to the water. Lunch is included and à la carte; an optional coral reef speedboat tour can be arranged on arrival. The guide and air-conditioned transport handle all the moving parts, so you only decide when to swim and when to eat.Is it for me?Choose this if you want a beach day without arranging your own transport, boat access, or restaurant reservations — the sloop crossing and beachfront setting are what make a simple swim turn into something you remember.
Rocinha Favela Walking Tour Rio de Janeiro: Local GuideA 4-hour walking tour of Rocinha favela in Rio de Janeiro led by a resident guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese. You walk the streets, meet locals, and see daily life away from stereotypes. Transport is included; the tour meets at Belmond Copacabana Palace at 1:25 p.m.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to move through Rocinha as a guest of someone who lives there, rather than as an observer from the outside—the guide's presence and knowledge are what turn a walk through the favela into an actual conversation about the place.
Bombinhas Snorkeling: Praia da Sepultura Family Dive & TransferYou get picked up from your hotel, driven to Praia da Sepultura, and guided through 40 to 50 minutes of snorkeling in clear water with a small group and an accredited instructor. Equipment, transfer, and guidance are all included, so you arrive ready to go. Families with kids from age 7 can do this without special fitness or experience.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel with your family without arranging transport, renting equipment separately, or wondering whether the guide will actually stay with you — the included pickup and small-group format mean you show up and the instructor handles everything else.
Rio Historical Walking Tour: Selarón Steps, Cathedral & LapaA four to five hour walking tour of Rio de Janeiro's historic center, led by a licensed English-speaking guide, covering colonial architecture, cultural landmarks and Afro-Brazilian heritage sites from Cinelândia to the port district. The tour includes access to the VLT train system for some stops and moves at a pace suited to mixed fitness levels; children from age 12 are welcome.Is it for me?Start from Cinelândia in the center without needing a car, and the VLT train handles the longer stretches between neighborhoods—this settles the logistics if you're staying downtown or arriving by public transport and want to see Rio's colonial core and Afro-Brazilian landmarks in one morning or afternoon.
Rio: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Selarón Steps Day TourYou’ll ride through Tijuca forest up Corcovado for Christ Redeemer views, stroll Santa Teresa’s bohemian streets with a local guide, snap photos on the Selarón Steps’ wild mosaic tiles, and take two cable cars up Sugarloaf Mountain—all with hotel pickup included. Expect moments that stick with you long after Rio fades behind your window.
Jericoacoara Private Tour with Local Guide & PhotographerYou’ll meet your guide right at Jericoacoara’s famous leaning tree before heading out to see the region’s most talked-about sights. With private transportation and a local photographer along for candid moments, you’ll get both stories and snapshots to remember — plus those little details only someone from here would know. It’s an easygoing day you’ll remember long after you’ve left the sand behind.
Rio de Janeiro: Christ & Sugarloaf with Photos & Small GroupsYou visit four of Rio's most-photographed spots—Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selarón Steps, and Dona Marta Lookout—in a single day with entry tickets and cable car included. A professional photographer travels with the group to capture you at each stop, and the small size (max 7 people) means shorter waits and actual time to absorb each view instead of rushing to the next one. Hotel pickup is not mentioned, so confirm your meeting point when you book.Is it for me?Book this if you want Rio's four main landmarks in a single day without arranging separate tickets, transport, or timing—the small group size and included photography mean you actually have time to absorb each view instead of just collecting photos and moving on.
Private City Tour in Salvador: Barra Fortress & PelourinhoA private city tour in Salvador covers the Barra Fortress, Pelourinho and the colonial neighborhoods of Cidade Alta over four hours, with hotel pickup and an air-conditioned vehicle included. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or another language you choose at booking. You walk the cobbled streets of the old city, visit the São Francisco Church and its Portuguese tile collection, ride the Lacerda Elevator between the upper and lower city, and stop at Mercado Modelo for shopping. The tour is private, so the pace and stops are yours to shape.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you arrive with a free afternoon and want to see Salvador's main sites without renting a car or figuring out which neighborhoods to visit—the private format means the guide can linger where you are most interested and skip what does not appeal to you.
Jericoacoara West Coast: Dunes, Mangroves & Lagoa GrandeYou're picked up in the morning and driven to Praia do Guriú, then ferried across the Guriú River into the mangroves where seahorses live (optional boat ride). A 4x4 takes you 10km through the Camocim Dunes to Lagoa Grande, where you can add zip line or skibunda for an extra fee. Park entry and transport are included; the whole day runs half a day, leaving your afternoon free.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the west coast and dunes in one morning without arranging your own transport or park tickets — the fixed pickup and included entry mean you just show up ready to go.
Vidigal Favela Walking Tour Rio: Motorcycle Taxi & GuideA 2.5-hour guided walking tour of Rio de Janeiro's Vidigal favela that starts with a motorcycle taxi ride to the neighborhood's heights, then descends on foot through the alleys with a resident guide. The tour includes a break at a local's home with ocean views, an exploration of the Ecological Park built by residents, and a drink. The guide speaks English, Portuguese or French and has lived in Vidigal since 2020.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to move past the standard favela visit and spend time with someone who actually lives in the neighborhood—the guide's presence since 2020 and their stake in the place is what makes the difference between a tour and a real conversation about how Vidigal works.
Rio de Janeiro: Private Day Tour Christ, Sugarloaf & Selarón StepsYou’ll ride up Corcovado on an old train to stand beneath Christ the Redeemer, wander Santa Teresa’s winding streets with your local guide, climb the wild Selarón Steps in Lapa, and take in city views from Sugarloaf Mountain’s summit—all in one private day trip from your hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Expect laughter, colors everywhere, and moments that stick long after you’re back home.
Salvador Airport to Litoral Norte Hotel TransferYou're met at arrivals with a sign bearing your name and driven directly to your Litoral Norte hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. The driver has completed defensive training, the company is regulated by Brazil's Ministry of Tourism, and the price is fixed before you arrive — no negotiation at the curb. Shared rides keep costs down; private adapted vehicles are available on request for automatic wheelchairs.Is it for me?Best for travelers arriving at Salvador Airport who want a fixed price and no taxi negotiation — the meet-and-greet system and shared-ride model remove the uncertainty of ground transport and keep costs lower than a private car.
Rio de Janeiro Afro-Brazilian Heritage Tour: Valongo WharfThis 3.5-hour Afro-Brazilian heritage tour in Rio de Janeiro visits Valongo Wharf (a UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest slave port in the Americas) and Pedra do Sal (the birthplace of Samba), guided by a specialist in decolonial narratives of Black history. The tour includes entry to the New Black Institute, operates in small groups, and is led by guides fluent in English, Spanish or Portuguese. Children are welcome from age 8.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to understand Rio's Black history through sites most visitors never reach and narratives most guides don't tell. The small-group format and specialist guide make the difference between walking past these places and standing in them with someone who knows why they matter.
Trindade Beaches & Natural Pool from Paraty: Guided Day TripYou get driven from Paraty to the Trindade village, walk through Atlantic Forest to a natural saltwater pool, snorkel with included gear, and swim at multiple beaches—all with a guide who explains the local caiçara culture and ecology. Lunch is optional at a beachfront restaurant, and the boat return from the pool costs extra if you choose it. The tour includes transport, guide, mask and snorkel, and takes about 7 hours total.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see multiple Trindade beaches and the natural pool without renting a car or figuring out the trail yourself—the guide handles timing, transport, and the 40-minute forest walk, which is what makes a full day of swimming and snorkeling possible in one trip.
Salvador: Private City Tour with Hotel Pickup & Photo StopsYou’ll feel Salvador’s pulse as you ride the Lacerda Elevator, wander Pelourinho’s colorful lanes with a local guide, tie your wish at Bonfim church, and pause for photos by Barra Lighthouse and São Francisco Church. Expect laughter, stories, and Bahia flavors along the way—plus hotel pickup so you can relax into it all.
Lencois: 3-Day Pati Valley Trek & Waterfall HikesYou trek three days through Pati Valley with guides born in Chapada Diamantina, sleeping in mountain refuges with real beds and eating northeastern food cooked on-site. The route takes you past 180-degree valley views, three ridgeline viewpoints, and a 280-meter waterfall seen from above. Private transport is included, and you carry only what fits in a 40-liter pack.Is it for me?Right for trekkers in good physical condition who want mountain scenery without carrying a heavy load or camping gear — refuge beds and included meals make three days in Chapada Diamantina accessible. Plan for steady daily walking and early starts; that's what fits all three major viewpoints and the waterfall into one trek.
Petrópolis: Imperial Museum, Bohemia Brewery Tour & LunchYou’ll stroll through royal halls at the Imperial Museum in Petrópolis, sample fresh local beers at Bohemia Brewery with a tasting included, and relax over a buffet lunch—all with an expert guide and roundtrip transfer from Rio. Expect small surprises: warm bread at Casa do Alemão, sunlight in the Crystal Palace, laughter over beer flights. It’s a day full of stories you can actually feel.
Rio de Janeiro: 30-Minute Helicopter Tour Christ the RedeemerYou board a helicopter, spend 30 minutes airborne over Rio de Janeiro, and see Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana, Ipanema, Pedra da Gávea and the Botanical Garden from above. Water and coffee come with the flight, and you're back on the ground in under an hour total. Book at least 24 hours ahead so the flight time can be confirmed.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rio's geography and landmarks from an angle ground tours can't match, and you have a clear morning or afternoon to spare — the 30-minute flight plus check-in fits into most schedules without eating your whole day.
Flamengo match at Maracanã with local fan in Homefans sectionYou’ll join local Flamengo fans for a real Rio football night at Maracanã — singing on the metro, sharing a pre-match drink, then standing shoulder-to-shoulder as thousands cheer and chant around you. It’s loud, messy, and unforgettable in all the right ways.
Iguazu Falls 3-in-1: Aquafoz, Trail & Macuco Safari BoatYou start at an aquarium of 300+ species, walk a 1,200-meter trail into the spray of Iguazu Falls, then board an inflatable boat that takes you close enough to feel the water. Hotel pickup, all entry fees, and a locker rental are included. Plan for a full day out, and bring a second shirt.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Foz do Iguaçu who want the three main experiences — aquarium, falls trail, boat ride — without arranging transport or buying tickets separately. The full day means you see the falls from multiple angles, and the boat ride is what makes the wet immersion possible.
