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12 Highlights of Brazil
Brazil, South America’s largest country, is a dazzling tapestry of vibrant culture, heart-pounding adventure and awe-inspiring biodiversity. Add an intoxicating blend of tropical flavours and friendly locals, and Brazil's allure becomes undeniable.
"From Rio's sun-soaked beaches to the untamed rhythm of the Amazon, monumental waterfalls, and charming colonial towns, every corner of Brazil captivates. It's soul-stirring and mesmerising, with a lively, cultural beat that keeps you coming back for more."
Stephanie Carthy
Personal Travel Designer
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Into the Wild
The Amazon
OFF-GRID WONDERS AND EXOTIC WILDLIFE
Immerse yourself in the spellbinding, untamed beauty of the Amazon – the world’s largest tropical rainforest – where endless emerald canopies ripple like waves and solitude is shared with thousands of rare creatures amid breathtaking biodiversity. Go off-grid in a jungle lodge, search for the elusive white-whiskered spider monkey and kayak the life-giving Amazon River.
Discover Wildlife Safaris
The Pantanal
FROM FLOODPLAINS TO SAVANNA
Often overshadowed by the Amazon, the Pantanal is one of South America’s best wildlife safari destinations. Venture into the world’s largest tropical wetland, where open floodplains with sparkling blue pools give way to tracts of dry grassland and treeless savanna. Cameras at the ready – jaguars stealthily command the land, hundreds of birds take flight in unison and capybaras graze or swim their day away.
Explore Brazil’s cultural epicentre
Salvador
CULTURE, MUSIC AND DANCING
Grab your dancing shoes and head to Salvador, a city alive with music and Afro-Brazilian heritage. Festivals abound with drum corps parading past candy-coloured mansions and ornate churches. Marvel at colonial architecture and vibrant street art, browse local crafts and savour the spicy specialities of Bahian cuisine.
Ride Sand Dunes
Jericoacoara
WHITE SANDS AND EXHILARATING SPORTS
Wind-swept and serene, Jericoacoara is a laid-back fishing village turned bohemian beach escape in Ceará. Ride impressive sand dunes on a kiteboard or catch the wind on a sailboard for an unforgettable windsurfing adventure. Slow the pace by watching spectacular sunsets over the Atlantic or wandering through charming villages and embracing their welcoming local culture.
Stroll historic streets
Paraty
FROZEN-IN-TIME VILLAGES
Step into Paraty, a UNESCO town of cobbled streets, colourful colonial houses and baroque churches, framed by dense jungle and opening onto glistening beach coves. Explore on foot, wandering galleries and artisan shops, or sail by boat among 65 islands and countless beaches, stopping to swim in crystal-clear waters.
Coastal adventures
Fernando de Noronha
LAZY BEACH DAYS
Wild, isolated and environmentally protected, this island archipelago is renowned for its world-class beaches. Spend the day with your toes in sun-toasted sands and slow down the pace – at sunrise, watch pods of dolphins glide by, observe whip-tailed lizards scuttling past and marvel at sea turtles nesting on the beach. Craving adventure? Discover vibrant marine life while snorkelling or diving and wander through the national park.
Discover Brazil's hidden savanna
The Cerrado
WILDLIFE AND STUNNING LANDSCAPES
Explore this tropical savanna and eco-tourism hotspot, alive with incredible wildlife, rare flora and fauna and unique landscapes. Spot jaguars, maned wolves, giant anteaters, and colourful birds like the Spix’s macaw among arid grasslands and twisted trees. Traverse gallery forests along ancient waterways, admire flowering plants, sculpted trees, and the golden light over rolling plains or try horse riding, birdwatching and guided nature walks.
Trek off-the-beaten track
Chapada Diamantina National Park
FROM VALLEYS TO CAVES
Discover the sublime beauty of Chapada Diamantina National Park: flat-topped mountains, forested valleys, crystal-clear waterfalls, and hidden caves with iridescent blue lakes. As a hidden gem, the park offers a network of hiking trails, canyoning, swimming in natural pools, and cave exploration – all best enjoyed with a knowledgeable guide. Conclude your day with bold Brazilian flavours at nearby restaurants.
Wander an otherworldly desert
Lençóis Maranhenses National Park
EXPLORE SAND DUNES
Home to sand dunes and azure lagoons, Lençóis Maranhenses’ landscape feels more extraterrestrial than a national park. Swim in turquoise waters, try sandboarding, trek the rolling dunes or take a jeep tour to hidden, shimmering lagoons. Visit local villages, spot migratory birds and capture breathtaking views in this 380,000-acre UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Marvel at Brazil's mighty cascade
Iguaçu Falls
DISCOVER FALLS AND RAINFORESTS
Iguaçu Falls, one of Brazil’s most photographed destinations, is a thunderous UNESCO World Heritage Site straddling the border with Argentina. The sheer curtain of cascading water leaves few unimpressed, and there are countless ways to take in the spectacle. Stroll wooden walkways to stunning viewpoints, ride a speedboat through frothing white water to the Devil’s Throat or soar by helicopter above the falls and lush rainforest.
Embrace city life
Rio de Janeiro
STROLL STREETS AND MOUNTAINS
The home of carnival and culture, icons and coastlines, Rio is the place to experience the beating heart of Brazil. Take in dazzling views from Sugarloaf or from Corcovado Mountain, where the outstretched arms of Christ the Redeemer watch over the city below. Learn to samba, wander the arty Santa Theresa district or unwind on its golden beaches, where swimming, surfing and beach volleyball are all classic pastimes.
Stay in a boho beach escape
Trancoso
RELAX BY THE SEA
Chic and adventurous, Trancoso is where a relaxed boho vibe meets laid-back luxury. The historic Quadrado, a UNESCO-protected grassy square, is framed by brightly painted colonial houses and the landmark São João Batista church. Embrace a slower pace and wake to the Atlantic shimmering through palms and golden, quiet sands. Slip into an aventurine quartz-lined pool, horse ride along the shore and explore the village’s boutiques, live music and culinary traditions.
Trip idea
Italy by Rail: A Tale of Three Cities
Sit back and enjoy the ride with cultural stops in Venice, Florence and Rome, private transfers between cities and stations and some of Italy’s finest hotels to relax in.
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Trip idea
Italy’s Enamouring Lakes
Just back from
Palazzo Avino, Italy
