Things to do in Brazil
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Natal Arena das Dunas: Stadium Tour & VIP Access TicketYou’ll step inside Natal’s Arena das Dunas with a local guide, exploring player-only areas like locker rooms and warm-up tunnels. Stand pitchside where World Cup legends once waited and peek into VIP boxes usually closed to fans. Feel what it’s like behind-the-scenes — and maybe carry that energy home with you.
Arraial do Cabo: Boat Tour with Open Bar & Beach LandingsYou’ll hop between turquoise coves by boat in Arraial do Cabo, step barefoot onto powdery beaches with help from local crew, sip caipirinhas from an open bar, and relax knowing WiFi and cold drinks are always within reach. It’s a day full of small moments that linger long after you’ve rinsed off the salt.
Rio: Tijuca Forest Hike, Waterfalls & Caves with Small GroupsYou hike to a city-view peak, explore a 40-meter cave and waterfall, cool off in the forest pool, and see wildlife like toucans and sloths—all in 4–5 hours with a guide who knows the park and a group small enough that you're not waiting for anyone. Hotel pickup is included, and you choose your departure time. Bring a bathing suit and comfortable hiking shoes.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to hike Rio's rainforest without arranging transport, park tickets, or timing the day themselves—the small group size and fixed schedule mean you move at a human pace and actually see the wildlife and caves instead of rushing between photo spots.
Rio Cooking Class: 9 Dishes & Caipirinhas in IpanemaA 3.5-hour cooking class in Ipanema, Rio, where you make nine Brazilian dishes from scratch—cassava sticks, pão de queijo, picanha steak, seafood moqueca, farofa, brigadilho and sides—then drink unlimited caipirinhas you've learned to mix. The instructor tailors cooking tasks to your level, whether you're a novice or experienced; classes run small (up to 5) or larger (up to 10), and you choose after booking. Photos and a recipe ebook arrive the next day.Is it for me?Book the shared class if you want to cook alongside other people and keep the cost down; choose the private option if you'd rather set your own time and customize the menu for your group. The optional market tour adds a morning exploring where Cariocas buy their ingredients, and the liqueur tasting at the end lets you sample six traditional Amazonian spirits if you want to extend the night.
Fortaleza: 3 Beaches Day Trip & Colored CliffsYou visit Morro Branco's eroded colored-sand cliffs 85 km from Fortaleza, take a short stop at Praia das Fontes, then spend the afternoon at Canoa Quebrada with time for lunch and swimming. Transport, guide, and air conditioning are included; you just show up and follow the route.Is it for me?Right for anyone with a day in Fortaleza who wants to see multiple beaches without renting a car or figuring out the route — the guide and vehicle handle both, so you just move between three stops.
Pipa Beach & Chapadão: Full Day from Natal with PickupYou leave your hotel in the morning and spend the day moving between three beaches—swimming at Madeiro, eating lunch with a view at Chapadão, and exploring the village of Pipa on foot. Hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional guide, and an air-conditioned vehicle are included, so you only need to show up ready to walk and swim. The whole day takes 10+ hours, and you'll need moderate fitness for the cliff stairs.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Pipa's main beaches and the village in one day without arranging your own transport or timing—the fixed schedule and included pickup mean you only show up ready to walk and swim, and the guide handles the rest.
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour with Drinks & SwimYou’ll board a yacht from Marina da Glória for a sunset sailing tour in Rio de Janeiro, gliding past landmarks like Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer. Swim off Adão e Eva beach, sip unlimited caipirinhas or sparkling wine, snack freely, and share laughs with your guide and fellow travelers as Rio glows golden around you.
Snorkeling in Natal: Parrachos de Maracajaú with guideSnorkel the Parrachos de Maracajaú reef from Natal with a Portuguese-speaking guide, transport and equipment included. The day starts 60 km south at Maracajaú Beach, where a support facility offers pools and bathrooms before a 10–15 minute speedboat ride to the floating platform anchored over the reef. You spend 1 hour 45 minutes in the water observing marine life, then return to the beach for lunch and rest. Scuba diving with a cylinder and quad bike rides in the dunes are optional add-ons.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving in Natal with a free afternoon or a morning to spare—the 8-hour day fits a single block of time, and the guide handles the route, timing and reef access so you only show up and get in the water. Scuba diving and quad bikes are optional add-ons if you want to extend the adventure.
Blumenau Mozart Crystal Factory Tour: Glassblowing & LapidationA guided factory tour in Blumenau takes you through the complete crystal-making process at Mozart, a family-owned manufacturer operating since 1952. You walk the production floor to watch glassblowing, cutting and polishing, visit the museum, and leave with a personalized crystal cup. The tour runs weekday mornings when the casting process is active; weekend visits skip the blowing stage but include the same factory and museum access.Is it for me?Book the weekday morning departure (9am to 1pm) if you want to watch the glassblowing process live — that is when the furnaces are active and the casting happens. The afternoon slot (1:30pm to 4:30pm) and weekend visits show the same cutting and polishing work plus the museum, but skip the blowing stage because the furnaces close at 1pm.
Bonito: Rio Formoso Ecological Park Entry & Lagoa FormosaYou get admission to Rio Formoso Ecological Park and access to Lagoa Formosa's walking trails. The park sits 7km from Bonito's center on a paved road, reachable by car, bike, or shared transport. You move at your own pace through the trails, with parking and facilities on-site. Bring water and sunscreen if you're cycling or spending hours in the sun.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to spend a few hours on their own schedule exploring a clear lagoon and trails near Bonito without booking a guided tour or arranging multiple stops — the park's proximity to town and self-guided format mean you can fit it around the rest of your day.
Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio: Imperial Museum, Brewery & LunchYou’ll step into Brazil’s imperial history with a local guide in Petrópolis: walk palace halls where emperors lived, taste fresh beer at Bohemia Brewery, wander lively shopping streets and enjoy a hearty buffet lunch with locals. Expect cool mountain air and small surprises — this day trip from Rio is more than just sightseeing.
Rio de Janeiro: Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & BarbecueYou get hotel pickup, a train ride to Christ the Redeemer, a cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain, a Brazilian barbecue lunch, and a guided drive past Rio's most recognizable landmarks — all without arranging tickets, transport or timing yourself. The full-day option with lunch and Sugarloaf takes 8–10 hours; the half-day Christ by Train option is shorter and ends at Selarón Steps.Is it for me?Book this if you want Rio's main landmarks in one day without arranging separate tickets, transport or timing — the fixed itinerary and included pickup handle all of that. The half-day option works if you have limited time; the full-day with lunch and Sugarloaf is best if you want the complete experience and don't mind a longer day.
Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide: 3 HoursA 3-hour walking tour of Rocinha, Rio's largest favela, led by a resident guide who explains daily life and the challenges the community faces. Pickup begins at Copacabana Beach at 1:30pm, with stops at Ipanema before arriving at Rocinha around 2:30pm for the walk; the driver then returns you toward your hotel, crossing both beaches. A live guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese or French, and the tour covers roughly 3km downhill on uneven steps, so comfortable shoes and moderate fitness are essential.Is it for me?A resident guide takes you through daily life in Rocinha as locals actually experience it—answering real questions instead of following a scripted route.
Fortaleza to Jericoacoara: 4x4 Transfer & Park EntryYou get picked up at your Fortaleza hotel, travel 100 kilometers by air-conditioned bus with one comfort stop, then transfer to a 4x4 for the final dune crossing into Jericoacoara village. Park entry and a local guide are included. Total time door-to-door is around 5.5 hours, with arrival by early afternoon.Is it for me?Choose this if you're staying on Fortaleza's beach and want to reach Jericoacoara without renting a car or arranging multiple rides—the fixed schedule and included park entry mean you arrive ready to explore instead of spending the afternoon on logistics.
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Cable Car TourYou get hotel pickup, a full day moving through Rio's five major sites (Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selarón Steps, Metropolitan Cathedral, São Bento Monastery), lunch at a steakhouse if you choose the package with tickets included, and a licensed guide who speaks your language. The fixed itinerary and included transport mean you don't spend the morning figuring out buses or cable car queues — you just show up at your hotel and the day unfolds.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want Rio's main sights in one day without arranging your own transport, entry tickets, or timing — the guide and fixed schedule handle all of that, which is what makes five major stops fit into a single afternoon.
Pipa Beach Day Trip from Natal: Lagoa de Guaraíras & Praia do AmorYou’ll wander along wild cliffs at Lagoa de Guaraíras, pause for photos over Praia do Amor’s heart-shaped bay, then spend hours swimming or relaxing on Pipa Beach’s soft sand. Enjoy lunch by the sea and maybe try a boat ride if you feel like it — or just soak up that easygoing vibe that lingers long after you leave.
Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps & Sugarloaf Sunset TourYou’ll ride through Rio’s famous beaches, stand beneath Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado, wander colorful Selarón Steps with your guide sharing stories, then glide up Sugarloaf Mountain for sunset views over Guanabara Bay. Expect hotel pickup and entry included — plus small surprises along the way that stay with you long after.
Fortaleza: 3 Beaches in 1 Day Tour & Canoa QuebradaYou visit three distinct beaches in a single day without arranging transport or timing yourself — the van picks you up, moves you through Morro Branco's cliff labyrinths and Praia das Fontes' freshwater springs, then leaves you free time in Canoa Quebrada's fishing village before returning to Fortaleza by evening. Lunch and beach access are on you, but the route and the driving are handled.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see multiple beaches in one day without renting a car or figuring out the route yourself — the fixed schedule and included transport are what make three stops possible in a single afternoon.
Jericoacoara Day Trip from Fortaleza: Lagoa do Paraíso & Pedra FuradaYou’ll start before sunrise from Fortaleza and spend a full day exploring Jericoacoara: swimming in Lagoa do Paraíso, walking to Pedra Furada, tasting local food, and watching sunset from the sand. Expect laughter with your group and small surprises along the way — this isn’t just a tour; it feels like a real adventure across Ceará’s wild coast.
Rio: Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Small Group Tour with LunchYou’ll ride through Rio de Janeiro with a local guide, seeing Christ the Redeemer up close before gliding by cable car to Sugarloaf Mountain’s summit. Taste Brazilian dishes at a buffet lunch near Lapa, walk the mosaic Selarón Steps, and glimpse Maracanã Stadium’s legendary walls. This day trip blends big sights with small moments — it sticks with you long after you leave.
