Jaguar, Pantanal, Brazil

Brazil Holidays

South America’s largest country is also big on variety. Tread carefully through dense rainforests on one of our group tours, soak up the samba spirit on the streets of Rio or go back in time and visit historic Salvador.

Brazil’s incredible landscapes, rich history and extraordinary wildlife are as diverse as the country is vast. Stretching from the Amazon basin in the north to the colossal Iguazu Falls in the south, and from the wildlife-rich wetlands of the Pantanal in the west to the 2,000 beaches along the coast, there is plenty to explore.

The Brazilians are innately relaxed which adds to the quintessentially Latin American vibe and with direct flights from the UK, you can be in buzzing Rio with all of its iconic sights by nightfall.

Hyacinth Macaw, Pantanal, Brazil
Hyacinth Macaw, Pantanal, Brazil

What to expect on your Brazilian holiday

Brazil is the largest country in South America (it’s more than twice the size of India) and thus distances are huge and careful planning is needed when devising a holiday.

There is more to Brazil than sun, sea, and samba. It is home to the greatest rainforest in the world and the world’s largest tropical wetlands, the Pantanal. But more than the abundance of its natural wonders, it is the extraordinary diversity and richness of the people of Brazil that will strike you when on holiday in Brazil. With a strong African influence, music and colour stimulate the senses and lift the soul. A far cry from Britain on a wet winter day.

Explore Brazil

  • Pantanal
  • Iguacu Falls
  • Brazilian Amazon
  • Bahia Beaches
  • Fernando de Noronha
  • Buzios
  • Paraty
  • Salvador

Experiences

Tell us what you love doing and we’ll curate a journey that’s perfect for you.

Maned wolf (Chysocyon brachyurus)
Brazil

Oncafari Maned Wolf Project

Meet with researchers from the Oncafari Maned Wolf Project to learn about their conservation project in more detail and go in search of Brazil’s most endangered canid, the maned wolf.

Holiday idea

Rio Carnival, Brazil
Brazil

Attend Rio Carnival

Party the night away during Rio Carnival, the largest carnival on earth that boast colourful displays of dancing, impressive beaded outfits and loud music.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Sunset views of Rio, Brazil
Brazil

Experience Rio

Spend a couple of days in Rio de Janeiro soaking up the atmosphere, bustling streets, popular beaches and delicious foodie hotspots.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Palacio Imperial, Petropolis, Brazil
Brazil

Visit Petrópolis

Visit the Imperial House and Museum belonging to the royal family, the former palace of 19th century emperor Dom Pedro.

Bike tour, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Brazil

Hire a Bicycle

Hire a two-wheeler and cycle along the famous beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon, plus the inland Lake Rodrigo.

Suggested Holiday Idea

View, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Brazil

Christ the Redeemer

Take in the magnificent views from Corcovado’s iconic Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Amazonian Boat, Brazil
Brazil

Cruise the Amazon

Sail on the world’s mightiest river during an authentic Amazon cruise that navigates far off the beaten track.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Pink Dolphins, Samiria National Reserve, Amazon Rainforest, Peru
Brazil

Search for Pink River Dolphins

Head out to try and find the elusive and magnificent pink river dolphins, which only live in the fresh waters of the Amazon Rainforest.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Pastaza River Basin, Amazon Rainforest
Brazil

Amazonian Country-Hopping

Consider exploring the Amazon in more than one country, moving between Ecuador, Peru, Brazil, Colombia or Bolivia to experience the remotest corners of the Amazon Basin.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Negro River, Amazon, Brazil
Brazil

Swing in a Hammock

After a morning of adventure, head back to your cabin to swing in a hammock to read a good book (or simply for a siesta).

Suggested Holiday Idea

Need Inspiration?
Browse our Brazil holiday ideas.

Our Brazil experts have created and curated these holiday ideas to get you started. Take the time to search through them and find something to spark ideas for a unique adventure.

Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Mutum Expeditions £££££

  • Americas - South

If you are captivated by the idea of spotting jaguars in the wild, the Mutum houseboat is for you.

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Pousada Trijuncao £££££

  • Americas - South
  • Safari and Wildlife Lodge

Pousada Trijuncao is beautiful, boutique property located in the heart of the cerrado. Discover one of the richest biomes in the world and enjoy the highest standards of hospitality.

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Porto Bay Rio Janeiro £££££

  • Brazil
  • City

Porto Bay Rio Janeiro is a contemporary-style hotel directly opposite Copacabana Beach. The hotel’s 117 rooms are beautifully appointed with large picture windows or private balconies from which to enjoy sweeping views along Copacabana Beach.

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Itacare Eco Resort £££££

  • Brazil
  • Beach and Island Escapes

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 surfing, rafting, kayaking, trekking, ziplines and high ropes. Rooms are spacious, built between the beach and Atlantic forest, most with views over the sea.

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Caiman £££££

  • Brazil
  • Safari and Wildlife Lodge

Caiman is a private reserve located on 53,000 hectares in the southern Pantanal, renowned for its strong focus on conservation. It consists of the main Casa Caiman, plus an exclusive-use lodge, with a restaurant, pool and own guide.

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Ibiti Project £££££

  • Brazil
  • Farmstead and Ranches

Three hours’ drive from Rio lies Ibiti Project, a 4,000-hectare private reserve that aims to preserve and reforest native plant species, and create wildlife corridors. At the centre of the reserve is Fazenda do Engenho, a traditional farmhouse dating back to 1715. In 2006 it was lovingly restored, keeping the original colonial characteristics to create a wonderful eight-room hotel.

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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.

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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