Things to do in Brazil
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Lençóis Maranhenses: Lagoa Bonita 4x4 Circuit & River FerryYou’ll cross the Preguiças River by ferry from Barreirinhas before bouncing through sandy tracks in a 4x4 with your local guide. Climb barefoot up warm dunes to reach Lagoa Bonita’s clear waters — then float or swim as long as you want while sunlight shifts across endless sand. It’s a day where silence feels like part of the landscape.
Tijuca National Park jeep tour: Rainforest wildlife and waterfallA half-day jeep tour from Rio de Janeiro into Tijuca National Park, one of the world's largest urban forests, combines jeep transport with guided nature walks along rainforest trails. You'll move through Atlantic Forest habitat where monkeys, sloths, coatis and birds live without enclosure, and stop at Cachoeira dos Macacos, a 35-meter waterfall with a natural pool. The itinerary shifts with weather and seasonal closures (Vista Chinesa access runs Monday to Friday only). Round-trip jeep transport, professional guidance in English, Spanish or Portuguese, and passenger insurance are included.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to move through a working rainforest on foot rather than watch wildlife from a distance—the animals here are wild and free, so what you encounter depends on timing and luck, not on a schedule or a feeding area. The four-hour half-day format fits a morning or afternoon slot without consuming your whole day, and the jeep handles the transport logistics so you focus on the forest itself.
Rio: Copacabana Food Tour with 7 Tastings & Beach StopsYou walk Copacabana with a local guide, stopping at seven food spots for tastings that range from street classics to traditional dishes — coconut water, pernil sandwich, shrimp stew, sugarcane juice, and others. You'll see the Copacabana Palace, the birthplace of bossa nova, and end at the quieter Leme Beach. The guide handles the route and the stories; you just show up hungry and comfortable shoes.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat the way locals do in Copacabana without spending the morning figuring out which vendors are worth your time — the guide knows the spots and the stories, which is what turns a food walk into something you actually remember.
Salvador Airport to Iberostar & Praia do Forte: Private TransferYou get picked up at Salvador airport with a nameplate, driven in an air-conditioned car with WiFi and water included, and dropped at your hotel with no hidden fees or tolls added at the end. The driver waits for you at arrivals, handles all the logistics, and you arrive knowing exactly what you paid.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving at Salvador airport with luggage and want to skip the taxi negotiation and get to your hotel without surprises — the fixed price and nameplate pickup remove the uncertainty that usually comes with ground transport in a new country.
Arraial do Cabo: Snorkel Dive with Turtles & GoPro VideosYou’ll start your day in Arraial do Cabo with a friendly local guide and a quick intro to sea life before walking an easy trail to the beach. Snorkeling with turtles is as gentle or thrilling as you want it to be — all gear included, plus GoPro videos so you can relive those quiet underwater moments long after you’ve rinsed off the salt.
Iguazu Falls: Private Day Trip Both Sides with Fast TrackYou’ll cross borders with ease, skip long lines thanks to special access, and feel the full force of Iguazu Falls from both Argentina and Brazil sides. Ride the eco train through rainforest, stand above Devil’s Throat as mist soaks your skin, then take in sweeping views from Brazil’s platforms — all with a local guide making things easy along the way.
São Paulo Downtown: History Walking Tour & CathedralYou walk 3 kilometers through downtown São Paulo with a professional guide who's lived here over a decade, visiting the Sé Cathedral, Pátio do Colégio, Teatro Municipal, and ending in the Japanese neighborhood of Liberdade. The tour stays under ten people, covers the city's evolution from a 1554 Jesuit mission to South America's financial capital, and includes stories and context you won't find in standard guidebooks. Small group size and wheelchair accessibility mean the pace stays manageable and inclusive.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to understand São Paulo's real history—how it grew from a Jesuit mission into a financial powerhouse shaped by waves of immigration—and you'd rather have someone who actually lives here tell that story than walk alone with a generic guidebook. The small group size and Giuliano's decade-long knowledge of the center are what make the difference between seeing buildings and understanding why they matter.
Rio de Janeiro: Private City Tour, Custom Itinerary & PickupYou’ll feel like you’re seeing Rio de Janeiro through local eyes—choosing your own sights from Christ the Redeemer to hidden corners in Santa Teresa. Expect real conversations with your guide, time for spontaneous stops (and snacks), plus hotel pickup and comfy transport throughout your private day trip.
Rio de Janeiro: Private Half-Day Tour with Last-Minute PickupYou’ll ride through Rio de Janeiro with a local guide, seeing Christ the Redeemer up close before wandering Santa Teresa’s backstreets and snapping photos on the Selarón Steps. Expect spontaneous stops, quick laughs, and real slices of city life—all with flexible timing and easy hotel pickup.
Rio de Janeiro: Family Cooking Class with 9 Brazilian DishesYou’ll step into a real Rio kitchen where your family gets hands-on with nine classic Brazilian recipes—chopping, mixing, tasting alongside a welcoming local host. Kids can make mocktails while adults try unlimited caipirinhas, and everyone shares stories around the table. It’s relaxed, funny, sometimes messy—and you’ll leave with new skills plus recipes to bring Brazil home.
São Paulo Private Tour With Fruit Tasting: 5 HoursA private 5-hour tour of São Paulo with a live guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese, including hotel or airport pickup and air-conditioned transportation. The itinerary covers Ibirapuera Park, Paulista Avenue, the São Paulo Museum of Art, the Municipal Theater, Sé Cathedral, the historic center and a fruit tasting at the Municipal Market. The route and timing adjust to your preference.Is it for me?Pick airport pickup to start exploring immediately upon arrival, or hotel pickup if you're already settled—either way, you get a private vehicle and five hours to shape your own itinerary instead of following a group's fixed route.
Porto Alegre: Guaíba River Boat Tour with Local Guide & BarYou’ll step aboard in Porto Alegre for a relaxed Guaíba River cruise with live bilingual narration from your local guide. Watch city landmarks drift by from spacious decks while sipping drinks from the onboard bar. Enjoy small moments — like laughter between families or sunlight on the water — and leave with a new sense of connection to Porto Alegre’s rhythms.
Bombinhas Safari Tour from Balneário Camboriú: 7 BeachesA guided safari tour departing from Balneário Camboriú that covers seven beaches across the Bombinhas peninsula—Bombas, Four Islands, Mariscal, Conception, Canto Grande, Morrinhos and Zimbros—aboard an overland vehicle with a certified guide in multiple languages. The tour runs 8 hours and includes round-trip transport, a guide, and approximately 4 hours of free time at Bombinhas beach for swimming, lunch or exploring the town center.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see multiple named beaches without renting a car or navigating the peninsula roads yourself—the open-air vehicle and guide handle the route, and the 4 hours of free time at Bombinhas lets you choose whether to swim, eat or explore the town instead of staying on a fixed schedule.
Petrópolis Imperial City Tour & Museum with LunchYou’ll wander Petrópolis’ imperial streets with a local guide, explore royal treasures inside the Imperial Museum (tickets included), and pause for a hearty Brazilian buffet lunch near the palace grounds. Expect cool mountain air, quiet corners for photos at Crystal Palace, and small surprises along the way — it’s not just history; it’s stepping into another rhythm for a day.
Jericoacoara East Coast: Private 4x4 Day Trip & LagoonsYou’ll ride in a private 4x4 from Jericoacoara along wild east coast trails, stopping at Pedra Furada, Preá Beach, Blue Hole, Blue Lagoon, and Paradise Lagoon. Expect cool drinks by the sea, sandy feet after dune crossings, laughter with your local guide—and moments where time slows down under Ceará’s sun.
Paraty: Kayaking Mangroves & Capybaras with River ViewsYou get instruction, a professional guide, and all safety gear included. Paddle through mangrove forest spotting capybaras and tropical birds, then navigate back through Paraty's colonial waterfront. The 90-minute paddle covers one stop and suits most fitness levels. Book one of two daily departures in advance.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Paraty from the water without arranging your own kayak, guide or wildlife knowledge — the fixed departures and included instruction mean you show up and paddle, and the mangrove stop is where the capybaras and birds actually are.
Rio Surf Lesson: Barra da Tijuca Beach & Local CoastlineYou meet at Barra da Tijuca, get fitted with a board and wetsuit, and spend ninety minutes in the water learning to catch waves at a beach chosen for your skill level that day. The instructor drives you along the coast to find the best conditions, then takes you to a lesser-known viewpoint afterward. All equipment is included, and groups stay small so the teaching stays personal. The whole outing is four hours, and you leave knowing you've surfed where locals do, not where the crowds are.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to learn to surf in Rio without ending up at a packed tourist beach — the instructor's choice of where to go means you're in water that matches your ability, and you see the coastline the way locals do.
Amazon Jungle Overnight: Piranha Fishing & Indigenous VillageYou’ll trek through real Amazon jungle near Manaus, try piranha fishing from a canoe, swim with pink river dolphins, and wake early for sunrise over misty water. Visit an indigenous village to learn their traditions and share lunch at a floating restaurant before drifting past giant lilies and floating homes—an experience that lingers long after you leave.
São Paulo Cooking Class: 9 Recipes & Unlimited CaipirinhasYou’ll join locals in a São Paulo home kitchen, learn nine classic Brazilian dishes—from picanha steak to tapioca crepes—and sip unlimited caipirinhas as you cook together. Expect laughter over floury hands, stories behind each recipe, and a meal shared around the table that feels more like family than class.Is it for me?Book the shared class if you want to meet other travelers while learning; pick the private option to customize the menu and pace for your group, or add the supermarket tour to shop for ingredients before you cook.
Rio de Janeiro: Morro Dois Irmãos Sunrise Hike & VidigalYou ride a motorbike to the top of Vidigal favela, hike for an hour along a local trail to Morro Dois Irmãos, and watch the sunrise over Rio de Janeiro from the summit. On the descent, your guide walks you through the community, sharing its history and the social projects your booking supports. The whole experience takes a few hours and includes the motorbike lift and trail access.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see Rio from a vantage point most tourists miss and are willing to start before dawn and hike uphill to get there — the early hour and the motorbike ride are what make the sunrise possible and the community walk real.
