Beaches of Rio
Spend time in vibrant Rio de Janeiro, climbing Sugarloaf and relaxing on the beach.
This family-focused adventure journeys between the thrilling Pantanal, overflowing with enchanting mammals and camouflaged critters, to the thundering Iguacu Falls and coastal retreat of Praia do Forte, considering everything from soccer games to sea turtle hatching.
Spend time in vibrant Rio de Janeiro, climbing Sugarloaf and relaxing on the beach.
Experience the magnificence of Iguacu Falls, crossing the border to the Argentinian side.
Spend time in the sleepy fishing village of Praia do Forte with its dazzling beaches.
Explore the Pantanal Wetlands and scout for wildlife on foot, by 4×4 or on horseback.
From riding bicycles along dazzling Copacabana Beach to wandering the forest trails around Iguacu Falls, Brazil is an adventure mecca where families are welcomed with open arms. This carefully curated adventure, ideally suited to family travel, has been designed to lessen the impact of travel by staying in the nation’s south, while maximising lifelong memories. Say “cheese!” against a backdrop of Sugarloaf Mountain, keep your eyes peeled for anacondas, and allow us to take all the stress out of planning the niggling logistical details in this memorable family trip.
Days 1-2
Rio de Janeiro
Day 3
Rio de Janeiro - Iguacu
Day 4
Iguacu
Day 5
Iguacu - Cuiaba - Pantanal
Days 6-7
Pantanal
Day 8
Pantanal - Cuiaba - Salvador - Praia do Forte
Days 9-11
Praia do Forte
Days 1-2
Rio de Janeiro
Visit the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, perhaps visiting some of its remarkable beaches.
Day 3
Rio de Janeiro - Iguacu
Day 4
Iguacu
Experience the magnificent Iguacu Falls, perhaps crossing to see the Argentinian side too.
Day 5
Iguacu - Cuiaba - Pantanal
Days 6-7
Pantanal
Explore the Pantanal Wetlands and view the wildlife on foot, by 4×4 and horseback.
Day 8
Pantanal - Cuiaba - Salvador - Praia do Forte
Days 9-11
Praia do Forte
Spend time in the sleepy fishing village of Praia do Forte with its beautiful beaches.
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January to March is the peak of summer across the country, with many locals having time off in February. Carnival often takes place at this time too. There is more rainfall in the Amazon and the south but it is also the warmest time of year across the country.
January to March is the peak of summer across the country, with many locals having time off in February. Carnival often takes place at this time too. There is more rainfall in the Amazon and the south but it is also the warmest time of year across the country.
January to March is the peak of summer across the country, with many locals having time off in February. Carnival often takes place at this time too. There is more rainfall in the Amazon and the south but it is also the warmest time of year across the country.
April and May is a good time to travel as temperatures drop a little. There is generally plenty of sunshine in the south, with the Amazon and Pantanal starting to receive a little less rain too.
April and May is a good time to travel as temperatures drop a little. There is generally plenty of sunshine in the south, with the Amazon and Pantanal starting to receive a little less rain too.
June and July is a great time to visit the south, especially around Rio and Sao Paolo. It is also a good time to visit the Amazon and Pantanal, with slightly lower temperatures and less rain. It is a wetter time for the north and east coast.
June and July is a great time to visit the south, especially around Rio and Sao Paolo. It is also a good time to visit the Amazon and Pantanal, with slightly lower temperatures and less rain. It is a wetter time for the north and east coast.
Between August and October is possibly the best time to visit the Amazon and Pantanal. It is still fairly dry in the south, but it can be cool in the evenings in Rio. It dries up in the north and remains warm.
Between August and October is possibly the best time to visit the Amazon and Pantanal. It is still fairly dry in the south, but it can be cool in the evenings in Rio. It dries up in the north, and remains warm.
Between August and October is possibly the best time to visit the Amazon and Pantanal. It is still fairly dry in the south, but it can be cool in the evenings in Rio. It dries up in the north, and remains warm.
November and December see the dry season comes to an end in the south, as temperatures heat up. November can be a great time to visit Rio as it is warmer but remains fairly dry. Rainfall increases again in the Pantanal and the Amazon.
November and December see the dry season comes to an end in the south, as temperatures heat up. November can be a great time to visit Rio as it is warmer but remains fairly dry. Rainfall increases again in the Pantanal and the Amazon.
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