Things to do in Brazil
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Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Mountain Full DayYou ride two cable cars to Rio's highest viewpoints, spend 45 minutes at Christ the Redeemer and 90 minutes on Sugarloaf Mountain, see the Cathedral and Selarón Steps, pass the Sambadrome and Maracanã, and eat lunch included. Hotel pickup from South Zone and all entry tickets are handled — you just show up ready to go.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Copacabana, Ipanema, or Leblon who want Rio's main landmarks in one day without arranging tickets, transport, or timing themselves. The full-day pace is what fits both mountains, the Cathedral, and the city's cultural sites into a single trip.
Jericoacoara Day Trip from Fortaleza: Lagoa Paraíso, Buraco Azul & Dunes SunsetYou’ll float in Lagoa Paraíso’s hammocks, swim in Buraco Azul’s turquoise water, see Jericoacoara’s famous Sloth Tree up close, and end your day watching sunset from Amâncio dunes — all with pickup from Fortaleza and a local guide who keeps things lively along the way.
Rio: Tijuca Forest Pedra Bonita Hike & Vista Chinesa ViewsYou’ll start your day with hotel pickup in Rio before hiking through Tijuca Forest’s tangled trails toward Pedra Bonita’s summit. Along the way you might spot monkeys or coatis darting through the trees, then catch your breath at Vista Chinesa with its sweeping city views. Expect a friendly guide who shares local stories — plus plenty of time at the top to soak it all in.
Búzios Diving for Beginners & Certified DiversYou dive with a specialized instructor who stays beside you the entire time, whether you're certified or picking up diving for the first time. The main site is Âncora Island's Turtle Sanctuary, where visibility reaches 25 meters and you'll see fish schools, rays, and turtles at depths up to 22 meters. Early departure, small groups, and no prior experience required — just show up and let the instructor take you down.Is it for me?Book this if you want to try diving without certification requirements or if you're already certified and want guided dives in a marine sanctuary — the instructor-led format means you're never managing the dive alone, whether you're underwater for the first time or the hundredth.
Florianópolis: Campeche Island Boat Crossing & Beach DayYou board at Armação Beach at 10am, cross to Campeche Island in under forty minutes, and spend up to four hours exploring the preserved island before returning. All entry fees, tickets, and paperwork are included, and your guide handles the logistics so you focus on the water and the light.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Florianópolis without a car or those who want the island without arranging transport and permits themselves — Fernanda handles the paperwork, which is what makes a four-hour island day actually relaxing instead of logistical.
Salvador City Tour: Pelourinho & Bonfim Church with MarketYou'll walk through Pelourinho's colonial streets and the Cathedral Basílica, ride the historic Lacerda Elevator between upper and lower towns, visit the Bonfim Church where pilgrims tie wish ribbons, explore São Joaquim Market with a local guide, and taste authentic Bahian lunch. Hotel or cruise port pickup is included, and the full day takes you through Salvador's UNESCO heritage sites and Afro-Brazilian spiritual landmarks without you arranging transport or entry fees.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand Salvador's history, Afro-Brazilian culture, and colonial architecture in one day without arranging transport or navigating the city alone. The full day means you cover the main landmarks and have time to linger in markets and neighborhoods, not just pass through them.
Snorkeling in Arraial do Cabo: Saveiro Joana boat tourThe Saveiro Joana is a 4-hour boat tour departing from Marina dos Pescadores in Arraial do Cabo that combines snorkeling at anchored stops with landings on two beaches. You swim and free-dive at the first stop, visit the famous Prainhas do Atalaia beach for 50 minutes, and explore a sea cave accessible only by water. A live guide in Spanish or Portuguese narrates the route; the boat carries safety gear, a support vessel for beach landings, and a bar serving drinks and food.Is it for me?Choose this if you want snorkeling with a naturalist guide explaining the geology and ecology as you go, plus beach time—all from a single boat with onboard facilities rather than hopping between vendors.
Viracopos to Guarulhos Airport Transfer: Fixed Price & ACYou're met at Viracopos airport and driven in an air-conditioned vehicle to Guarulhos, with the fare agreed before you arrive. The driver knows the São Paulo airport routes and traffic patterns, so timing is predictable. Pickup happens at the airport lounge or lobby entrance, and the service has been running the same route since 2006.Is it for me?Book this if you're connecting between Viracopos and Guarulhos and want to skip the taxi negotiation at the curb — the fixed price and timed pickup mean you move between airports without arranging transport twice.
Rio de Janeiro: Two Brothers Sunrise Hike & Local GuideYou climb Morro Dois Irmãos in the pre-dawn dark with a local Vidigal resident, ride up by moto taxi through the neighborhood, walk 1.5 kilometers through Atlantic Forest with lanterns, and reach the summit as the sun rises over Guanabara Bay. The guide photographs you, shares local knowledge, and you descend as Rio wakes up below. Total time is two to three hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rio from a perspective most visitors miss and prefer moving through the city with someone who actually lives there — the early start and local guide are what make the quiet and the connection possible.
Rio de Janeiro: Morning Sailing Tour with Bay LandmarksYou’ll sail from Marina da Glória past Rio’s historic forts and islands with a local guide sharing stories along the way. Watch Sugarloaf and Christ the Redeemer shift across your horizon, spot fishing boats near Niterói, and pause by the futuristic art museum before returning early afternoon — all in Rio’s easygoing morning light.
Rio de Janeiro: LGBTQIA+ Bar Food Tour & Local StoriesYou’ll feel like you belong from the first “entra aí” as you join locals for salty bolinhos de bacalhau and cold chopp in Copacabana’s real bars. With every laugh and story Murillo shares on this LGBTQIA+ friendly tour, you’ll taste more than food — you’ll catch a bit of Rio’s soul tucked behind every plate and glass.
Maragogi: Private Day Trip with Air-Conditioned TransferYou’ll ride in air-conditioned comfort from Maceió to Maragogi with a local driver who knows every shortcut and snack stop. Expect quick detours to coastal viewpoints, laughter over street food, and time to soak up those surreal blue waters. The small details—the breeze, local stories—stick with you long after you’ve left.
Full Island Tour + Boat Tour Fernando de Noronha: 8 hoursA full-day guided tour of Fernando de Noronha covers six beaches and stops, plus a boat float in Southeast Bay to see turtles and marine life, with an accredited Portuguese-speaking guide and hotel pickup included. The tour runs eight hours and visits Praia do Sancho, the Porto complex with its museum and chapel, Leão Beach, Cacimba do Padre, and Boldró Fort at sunset. Marine National Park entry and snorkeling gear are not included and must be arranged separately.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to cover most of the island in one day without renting a car or navigating local transport—the guide handles the route and timing, and pickup from your hotel means you start and end without logistics.
Santos: Rei do Café Roasting House Tour with Espresso TastingYou’ll step into Santos’ oldest roasting house and see how coffee is roasted, ground, and packed by hand. Smell fresh beans, taste an espresso or popsicle at the counter, and meet locals who’ve kept these traditions alive for generations. Expect laughter, stories, and maybe a new favorite blend you’ll want to bring home.
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Full DayYou visit Rio's five main landmarks—Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Maracanã, the Cathedral, and Selarón Steps—with entry tickets and lunch included. A shared guide handles the route and timing in English, Spanish or Portuguese, hotel pickup is arranged, and you skip entry queues. The day takes roughly eight to nine hours, and confirmation comes the day before by message.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rio's main sights in one day without arranging transport, tickets and timing yourself—the shared format and fixed schedule are what fit everything into a single afternoon, and the guide handles the route so you just show up and follow along.
Rio de Janeiro: Private Sunset Sailing & Drinks TourYou’ll sail Rio’s bay at sunset on a private boat with a local guide, sip fresh caipirinhas and sparkling wine, stop for a swim near a quiet beach, and snack on fruit and finger food as city lights appear. It’s peaceful, sometimes funny, always real — perfect if you want something more personal than another crowded lookout.
ATV riding at Cumbuco Beach: Buggy dunes and lagoonsA full-day trip to Cumbuco Beach includes hotel pickup, a 2-hour optional buggy ride across white sand dunes, and access to a beachfront resort with swimming pools, water park for children, and seafood restaurant. The buggy ride is the centerpiece—steep terrain and freshwater lagoons make it the most famous in Ceará—but the day also holds swimming, raft rides and leisure time at the beach facility.Is it for me?Pick this if you're hotel-based without a car—the included pickup gets you there, and you decide on-site whether to ride the dunes or stick with the pools and restaurant.
Rio de Janeiro: Helicopter Flight over Christ the Redeemer & BeachesYou fly over six of Rio's most recognizable landmarks—Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana, Ipanema, Red Beach, Sugarloaf Mountain and Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon—in a private helicopter with up to three other passengers. The flight is about an hour, windows are yours for photography, and the route shows you how the city's geography actually connects. Infants sit on an adult's lap; the flight is not suitable for pregnant women past week 32.Is it for me?Right for travelers with limited time in Rio who want to see the city's major landmarks from a perspective you can't get on the ground, and who have a camera or phone ready for photos. The flight is about an hour—short enough to fit into a day, long enough to cover all six sights without rushing.
Rio de Janeiro: Samba Class in Ipanema with Carnival QueenYou’ll try real samba steps with a Carnival queen right in Ipanema—don’t worry if you’ve got two left feet, everyone laughs together here. Get photos and videos emailed after (the costumes are wild). By the end you’ll feel Rio’s rhythm under your skin—and maybe catch yourself smiling for no reason later.
Canela & Gramado: Maria Fumaça Train, Wine Tasting & Italian ParkYou board the Maria Fumaça steam train in the morning with live music and wine tasting, then move through three wine towns—Bento Gonçalves, Garibaldi, Carlos Barbosa—watching the Serra Gaúcha landscape unfold. The Italian Epopeia show tells the immigrant story that shaped the region, Aurora Vinícola offers a tasting at Brazil's largest winery, and Fetina de Formaggio pairs local cheese with regional wine. Lunch is at a restaurant in the Valley of Vinhedos, included. All transport from Gramado and back is covered, so you step out of the vehicle and into the experience.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to understand Serra Gaúcha's wine culture and Italian heritage without arranging transport between towns—the full day structure and included vehicle let you move through three wine regions and two major attractions without navigating yourself. Plan for a full day out from Gramado, which is what makes visiting multiple towns and tasting at two different stops possible.
