Where to Stay
Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.
Brazil Beaches
With a 4,500-mile coastline, Brazil has some of the most spectacular beaches in South America. Whether you choose the popular shores of Bahia or the remote, tropical, and rugged beaches of southern Brazil, you’re in for a perfect blend of relaxation and natural beauty.
After the thrills of Brazil’s vibrant cities and rainforest adventures, unwind on one of the country’s many beaches. The relaxed attitude seems to be in its element when you reach the coast, as does the cuisine which uses deliciously fresh fish and seafood to make signature dishes such as Bahia’s Moqueca (describing it as a fish stew would be an injustice).
Bahia Beaches
The small laid back fishing town of Trancosco in the south of Bahia is a popular place to visit. The Quadrado (town square) is the charming central point of town bordered by traditional colourful houses, casual bars and rustic restaurants. The area is famous for its beaches with white sand and emerald seas and the coast, mainly protected by reefs which form natural pools at low tide, is a great place to snorkel or just relax and soak up the surroundings.
Salvador
Another beach to consider close to Salvador is the sleepy fishing village of Praia do Forte, home to the Tamar Sea Turtle project, or take a short scenic flight to the Marau Peninsula, with its more remote beaches. Further afield there is Itacare with endless adventure activities. Here you find the Atlantic rainforest, the Contas river, waterfalls and mangroves and activities include surfing, rafting, canyoning, trekking and mountain biking. In addition, we can offer a selection of wonderful private villas along the coast of Bahia.
The Beaches of Southern Brazil
The Atlantic coastline in Southern Brazil is surprising lush and tropical, offering deserted beaches, great surfing, snorkelling and diving. Off the coast is where the Southern Right Whales come to breed and calf between June and November. Inland the Serra Geral mountains offer stunning scenery, lots of hiking and horse riding opportunities. This region was colonised by the Europeans and therefore the locals can be tall, blond and blue eyed and there are annual European style festivals, like the Blumenau Oktoberfest.
Experiences
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Honeymoon in Brazil
Flit between sultry samba clubs of Rio, remote jungle retreats in the Amazon and dazzling coastline in Florianopolis, scouting rainforest tributaries for signs of pink river dolphins and exploring the nooks of a private island peninsula. This trip encapsulates an eclectic mix…
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Brazil
Brazilian Amazon & the Pantanal Wildlife Circuit
Navigate the vast wetlands of the Pantanal on a river safari in search of jaguar, before staying at an Amazon eco lodge only accessible by boat, where pink dolphins, giant river otters, sloth, toucan and caiman roam. This two-week itinerary is tailed…
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Brazil
Snorkelling and Sand Dunes in Northeast Brazil
Explore Brazil‘s northeastern highlights, from one of the country’s oldest cities to one of its most unique landscapes, where seasonal lagoons fill desert dunes. End the trip 220 miles offshore, where snorkellers are rewarded with 50-metre water visibility and underwater gardens are…
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Brazil
Flying Safari in the Brazilian Pantanal
Utilising small charter flights and nimble motorboats to travel around one of nature’s last frontiers, this beyond the ordinary adventure offers an in-depth insight (not to mention a remarkable birds’ eye view) of one of the Americas’ most iconic landscapes.
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Brazil
Highlights of Brazil
Encompassing the vibrant Brazilian culture, boat trips under world famous waterfalls and guided discoveries of the largest freshwater wetlands in the world, this customisable itinerary is designed to give a comprehensive introduction to the classic landscapes of Brazil.
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Brazil
Sail the Brazilian Amazon
Embark on an in-depth, off-the-beaten-track river journey into the heart of the Brazilian Amazon on board the comfortable MY Tucano riverboat. This explorative eight-day Amazon voyage ventures deeper into this vast tropical wilderness than any other comparative boat.
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Brazil
Brazil – Jaguars and Maned Wolf Conservation
The epitome of conservation, community and tourism working together, this holiday is for anyone looking for more than just sightings of Brazil’s endemic wildlife. Travel across two vastly different ecosystems to go in search of Brazil’s most iconic big cat, the jaguar…
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Brazil
Honeymoon in Brazil
Flit between sultry samba clubs of Rio, remote jungle retreats in the Amazon and dazzling coastline in Florianopolis, scouting rainforest tributaries for signs of pink river dolphins and exploring the nooks of a private island peninsula. This trip encapsulates an…
Idea
Brazil
Brazilian Amazon & the Pantanal Wildlife Circuit
Navigate the vast wetlands of the Pantanal on a river safari in search of jaguar, before staying at an Amazon eco lodge only accessible by boat, where pink dolphins, giant river otters, sloth, toucan and caiman roam. This two-week itinerary…
Idea
Brazil
Snorkelling and Sand Dunes in Northeast Brazil
Explore Brazil‘s northeastern highlights, from one of the country’s oldest cities to one of its most unique landscapes, where seasonal lagoons fill desert dunes. End the trip 220 miles offshore, where snorkellers are rewarded with 50-metre water visibility and underwater…
Idea
Brazil
Flying Safari in the Brazilian Pantanal
Utilising small charter flights and nimble motorboats to travel around one of nature’s last frontiers, this beyond the ordinary adventure offers an in-depth insight (not to mention a remarkable birds’ eye view) of one of the Americas’ most iconic landscapes.
Idea
Brazil
Highlights of Brazil
Encompassing the vibrant Brazilian culture, boat trips under world famous waterfalls and guided discoveries of the largest freshwater wetlands in the world, this customisable itinerary is designed to give a comprehensive introduction to the classic landscapes of Brazil.
Idea
Brazil
Sail the Brazilian Amazon
Embark on an in-depth, off-the-beaten-track river journey into the heart of the Brazilian Amazon on board the comfortable MY Tucano riverboat. This explorative eight-day Amazon voyage ventures deeper into this vast tropical wilderness than any other comparative boat.
Idea
Brazil
Brazil – Jaguars and Maned Wolf Conservation
The epitome of conservation, community and tourism working together, this holiday is for anyone looking for more than just sightings of Brazil’s endemic wildlife. Travel across two vastly different ecosystems to go in search of Brazil’s most iconic big cat,…
Brazil
Itacare Eco Resort
The Itacare Eco Resort, on the Southern Bahia coast, is in an area of environmental protection surrounded by lush vegetation, waterfalls and beautiful beaches. This area offers endless recreational activities for those looking for adventure, including…
Brazil
Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
The Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte is within walking distance of the pretty fishing village of Praia do Forte. Approximately 90 minutes drive north of Salvador on the Bahia coast.
Brazil
Txai Itacare
A member of Relais & Chateaux, Txai Resort is located on a coconut plantation surrounded by Atlantic rainforest on the paradise-like beach of Itacarezinho. Individually built on stilts on the water’s edge or perched on the…
Brazil
Nannai Muro Alto
Nannai Muro Alto is beautifully situated on the beach of Muro Alto. The beach and offshore reefs form a beautiful two and a half kilometre-long tide pool, with a sandy bed. The Resort features an extensive…
Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
Sue Grimwood
In the late ’90s, I booked myself on an expeditionary voyage into the Antarctic Circle and was instantly hooked. Since then, I’ve returned to Antarctica a number of times and ventured deep into the Arctic – from Svalbard to the Russian and Canadian Arctic – always chasing that same sense of wonder. It’s this rare personal experience of the world’s polar extremes that I bring to every journey I plan.
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Roxy Dukes
Roxy loves to delve into South American culture, so Brazil is always at the top of her hit list. From eating tapioca served from local food carts to the art of capoeira dancing, she loves to find new experiences to share with her wayfaring clients.
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