Things to do in Brazil
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Iguazu Falls Both Sides: Brazil & Argentina Day TripYou visit both the Argentine and Brazilian sides of Iguazu Falls in one full day, crossing the border twice with a professional guide. The Argentine side includes a train ride, the Upper Circuit with six viewpoints, and Devil's Throat — a 2,080-meter boardwalk to the largest waterfall. The Brazilian side offers a gentler walk with a panoramic view of the entire falls system. Roundtrip hotel pickup is included, and the whole experience takes 10–12 hours.Is it for me?This tour works if you want to see Iguazu Falls from both countries in one day without arranging transport, border crossings, or park tickets yourself — the fixed itinerary and guide handle all three, which is what makes a full two-country experience fit into a single departure.
Rio de Janeiro: Rocinha Favela Tour & Community ProjectsYou’ll walk Rocinha’s winding lanes with a local guide who knows every shortcut, meet residents crafting jewelry or teaching kids, step onto terraces with sweeping views of Rio de Janeiro, and see firsthand how community projects shape daily life here. Expect honest stories and maybe even leave with a bracelet tied on your wrist—a small reminder of being welcomed in.
Maracajaú Beach Natal: Snorkel Reef Tour & SpeedboatYou get picked up from your Natal hotel, driven 70 kilometers to Maracajaú Beach, then taken by speedboat to a floating platform anchored above the Parrachos Reef. Snorkel or dive in 3-meter-deep water among colorful corals and reef fish, with instructors on hand for first-timers. The boat returns you to the beach and your hotel by evening. No separate bookings needed—transport, guide, and reef access are all arranged.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel a major reef without arranging your own transport, boat rental, or reef entry—the fixed itinerary and included guide remove the logistics, leaving you to focus on the water.
Canoa Quebrada full day tour from Fortaleza: Beach and dunesThis full-day tour departs Fortaleza in the morning and reaches Canoa Quebrada, a rustic beach village 167 km north, by mid-morning, leaving the afternoon and early evening free to explore the beach, the clifftop "broadway" street lined with bars and restaurants, and the seafood beach huts. Hotel pickup is included and a Portuguese-speaking guide travels with the group. Buggy rides through the dunes and traditional raft sailing are available as optional add-ons at the destination.Is it for me?Most full-day beach tours from Fortaleza pack multiple stops into the afternoon and rush you back to the city. This one trades the checklist for real time: you reach Canoa Quebrada by mid-morning and have the rest of the day to eat, swim, walk and sit without watching the clock, which is what makes a remote beach worth the drive.
Bombinhas Beaches: Safari Tour with Overland Vehicle & Local GuideYou’ll ride through Bombinhas’ best beaches in an open safari-style vehicle with a local guide who knows every cove and story. Taste street snacks at Bombas, sink your feet into Mariscal’s cool sand, and pause above Morro do Mariscal for a view you won’t forget. Expect laughter, music drifting from speakers, and small moments that linger long after you’ve left.
Brasilia City Tour: 8 iconic sights with guideA three-hour guided city tour of Brasilia covering eight landmarks—the Cathedral, National Congress, Palácio do Planalto, the Supreme Court and others—with an accredited Portuguese-speaking guide, air-conditioned vehicle and photo time at each stop. Pickup is included from hotels in the SHN or SHS central sectors; the tour departs with a minimum of three paid passengers.Is it for me?Book this if you're covering the major government and religious landmarks in one morning with other visitors on shared transport; choose a private tour instead if you need pickup from your hotel or airport.
São João del-Rei Walking Tour: Historic Center & ChurchesA walking tour of São João del-Rei's historic center led by a Portuguese-speaking guide, covering the city's colonial churches, museums, and landmarks across 2.5 hours. The tour traces the city's formation during the gold rush, its connection to Brazilian independence, and the architectural legacy of the baroque period, with stops at the Basilica Cathedral, the Church of São Francisco, and the Museum of Sacred Art.Is it for me?You get a guide who knows the city's colonial past and the people who shaped it—President Tancredo Neves, the artists, the enslaved workers, the woman who sparked an uprising—so the churches and streets you walk past become a story instead of a sequence of old buildings.
Rio: Pedra da Gávea Hike with Safety Gear & Local GuideYou’ll climb through Rio’s lush Tijuca Forest with a local guide who keeps things safe (and fun), take on Carrasqueira with real support, and reach Pedra da Gávea’s summit for wild 360° views across beaches and city. Expect laughter, group spirit, photos taken by your guide—and maybe a moment of awe that sticks with you long after.
Pedra do Telégrafo hike Rio de Janeiro sunrise or sunsetA guided hike to Pedra do Telégrafo, the cliffside rock formation in Barra de Guaratiba known for optical illusion photos and panoramic views of Rio's coast and rainforest. The trek takes 30 to 45 minutes to the summit; hotel pickup, a fluent English-speaking guide, and round-trip transport are included. You choose sunrise, morning or sunset timing, and a photographer captures professional-quality shots on the way.Is it for me?Arrive in Rio without a car and climb straight to Pedra do Telégrafo at sunrise or sunset—your guide times it perfectly to dodge crowds and nail those cliffside optical illusion shots.
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks from MarinaYou’ll sail from Marina da Glória as Rio shifts into evening light, passing Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain while sipping caipirinhas with new friends. Listen to your captain’s stories as you drift past fortresses and beaches — then watch sunset paint Guanabara Bay gold before heading back under city lights.
Fortaleza to Jericoacoara: Private 4x4 TransferYou ride in a private 4x4 with a professional driver for four hours from Fortaleza to Jericoacoara on a paved highway. The vehicle accommodates up to six passengers, includes a dedicated chauffeur, and is fully wheelchair accessible with infant car seats available. No stops, no negotiation—you arrive at your destination ready to go.Is it for me?Book this if you're traveling with a group or family and want to reach Jericoacoara without driving yourself or splitting between multiple taxis—the fixed price and single vehicle mean one pickup, one arrival, and no coordination on the road.
Fortaleza to Cumbuco Beach: Full-Day Transfer & LunchYou get picked up from your Fortaleza hotel before 8am and driven to Cumbuco Beach with a guide and driver. Spend the morning and early afternoon on the sand and dunes, then eat lunch at Chico do Caranguejo tent-restaurant before returning to the city by 4pm. Hotel pickup and drop-off, guide, driver and meal are all included in the day.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Fortaleza who want a full beach day without arranging transport or a restaurant — the guide and driver handle the route and timing, leaving you free to swim and rest.
João Pessoa: City Tour with Historic Center & Cabo BrancoYou’ll walk João Pessoa’s oldest streets with a local guide, stand at Ponta do Seixas where Brazil meets the Atlantic wind, step inside centuries-old baroque churches and pause beneath imperial palms at Lagoa park. There’s time for laughter, quiet moments in cool stone chapels, and glimpses of daily life you might not expect—if you let yourself feel it.
Matria Park: 30 Themed Gardens & Boat Trip Entry TicketYou’ll wander thirty themed gardens at Matria Park near Gramado—sometimes in sunshine, sometimes wrapped in a raincoat as scents shift around you. A gentle boat trip is included, and local guides share stories that stick with you longer than expected. Let yourself get a little lost; there’s always another path waiting.
Rio de Janeiro: Cristo Redentor & Sugarloaf Full Day TourYou visit seven major Rio landmarks—Cristo Redentor, Sugarloaf, Selarón Steps, Maracanã, Sambadrome, Lapa's colonial arches, and the Metropolitan Cathedral—in a single day with a bilingual guide. Lunch buffet and all entry fees are included, and you travel by air-conditioned vehicle between stops. The pace is steady and the schedule is fixed, so you know when you'll be done.Is it for me?Best for travelers visiting Rio for the first time or with limited days who want to see all the main landmarks without arranging transport and tickets separately—the fixed itinerary and included guide handle the logistics so you can focus on the sights.
São Paulo: Private City Tour with Pickup & MAC Terrace ViewYou’ll join a local guide for a private day trip through São Paulo’s neighborhoods and parks — from panoramic views at MAC Museum to street art at Batman Alley and bustling markets downtown. Expect real conversation, unexpected flavors (try something new at Municipal Market), and plenty of moments that stick with you long after you leave.
Rio: Hang Gliding & Paragliding at Pedra Bonita with PhotosYou’ll launch from Pedra Bonita above Rio with an expert pilot guiding you through every step — from paperwork at São Conrado Beach to that wild first leap. Feel ocean wind on your face as you glide over rainforest and city, then touch down right by the sea with instant GoPro footage to prove it really happened.
Paraty: Private Boat Tour with Custom Route & SnorkelingYou’ll step onto a private boat in Paraty Bay with your own group and local crew, choosing your route as you go. Swim or snorkel off quiet beaches only boats can reach, snack on fresh fruit between stops, and relax however you want — grill on board or try a seaside restaurant. This day is yours to shape alongside people who know these waters by heart.
Iguassu Falls: Both Sides Day Trip with Small Group & GuideYou’ll feel the spray on your skin from Brazil’s walkways, cross smoothly into Argentina with your guide handling border checks, ride the park train to Devil’s Throat, and share laughs over lunch near the trails. It’s more than sightseeing — it gets under your skin.
Snorkeling in Arraial do Cabo from Rio de JaneiroA full-day boat tour from Rio de Janeiro to Arraial do Cabo includes schooner transport, stops at Praia do Farol, Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia, Gruta Azul and Praia do Forno for swimming and snorkeling, a professional guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese, roundtrip hotel pickup from Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon, and lunch at a local restaurant (included in the full option or available separately). The tour runs 14 hours and operates year-round, with timing and stops adjusted for sea conditions.Is it for me?Book this if you're willing to commit a full day and start early from Rio to reach four separate beaches and open water on a shared schooner with set stops and timing.
