AN EXPERIENCE CALLED BRAZIL
Brazil to live, feel and be enchanted – Itineraries
with Care and Purpose
Traveling is much more than getting to know new
places — it is feeling welcomed, safe, and cared for at every moment. With this
in mind, we created receptive itineraries throughout Brazil that go beyond
tourist attractions: we offer experiences that welcome, connect, and enchant.
Our itineraries were especially developed for
exclusive and personalized groups and can also be adapted for the 60+ audience,
as well as for groups of women who travel alone around the world. These are
itineraries that value comfort, attention to detail, safety, and a more
sensitive way of traveling. Here, each traveler is received as a special guest,
with close assistance, experienced local guides, and a pace designed to enjoy
each destination with calm and delight.
From the first contact to the farewell, we take
care of everything: transportation, accommodation, tours, cultural and
gastronomic experiences, always with a team prepared to receive, guide, and
support. We act as true ambassadors of Brazil, creating a genuine connection
between the visitor and the destination, valuing local culture, stories, and
people.
Traveling through Brazil with us is feeling at
home, even when far away. It is discovering vibrant cities, striking
landscapes, and unique flavors, with the certainty of being in a welcoming
environment designed especially for those who seek meaningful experiences, at
an easy pace and with a sense of safety.
Itinerary
Rio de Janeiro / São Paulo / Iguassu Falls
Brazil is a country with exuberant nature,
paradisiacal beaches, and a rich and diverse culture that blends Indigenous,
African, and European influences. Its people are known for their hospitality
and warmth, with a remarkable gastronomy and cultural manifestations known
worldwide, such as Carnival, São João, and the Parintins Festival, which
enchant with their vibrant music and dances.
With its vast territorial extension and exuberant
biodiversity, Brazil is home to eight Natural World Heritage Sites recognized
by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization).
With a coastline of approximately 10,000 km and
more than 1,500 beaches, Brazil is one of the countries with the longest
Atlantic Ocean coastlines, offering a great diversity of landscapes.
Come and live with us an unforgettable experience
in this wonderful country called BRAZIL, traveling through our nature,
gastronomy, culture, and history!
Praia de Copacabana/Copacabana Beach
Rio de Janeiro – A unique city
Few places in the world harmoniously bring both together
a large city and nature. Stunning beaches, some of them wild, an urban forest,
lagoons, waterfalls, and a beautiful bay — all within a single city. Here, all
tourists are welcomed with open arms!
When thinking of Rio or even Brazil, the
image of Christ the Redeemer is often the first to come to mind. Also iconic is
the famous Sugarloaf cable car, from where one can witness a beautiful meeting
between sea and mountains. Joining this duo are Copacabana, Ipanema, and Barra
da Tijuca beaches, the Botanical Garden, Tijuca Forest, Rodrigo de Freitas
Lagoon, and many other remarkable sights. (https://visitrio.com.br/turismo-no-rio-de-janeiro/)
1st Day
Departure from the country of origin to Brazil – Destination: Rio de Janeiro
2nd Day
Arrival in Rio de
Janeiro
Suggestion: Lunch or snack by the seaside (not
included)
Free afternoon for
personal activities or rest
19:30 – Departure
for dinner at a typical Brazilian steakhouse (not included)
Suggestion: After dinner, panoramic night tour of the
city (by bus)
The program
adapts according to the flight arrival time in Brazil.
One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World,
Christ the Redeemer was inaugurated on October 12, 1931.
Corcovado Hill, where the Christ the Redeemer
statue is located, is situated within Tijuca Forest, the largest urban forest
in the world.
3rd Day
Breakfast
09:00 – Departure
for visit to Corcovado (ticket included)
Lunch (not included)
City tour with visit to
Maracanã Stadium and the National Historical Museum (tickets included)
Return to hotel –
rest
20:00 – Departure
for dinner – Seafood Restaurant (not included)
Optional suggestion: After dinner, visit to a typical Carioca nightclub
with live music (consumption not included)
Arcos da Lapa/ Lapa Arches
Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car Park
Inaugurated in 1912, it is the first cable car in
Brazil and the oldest still in operation in the world. It has two lines: the
first with 528 meters and the second with approximately 800 meters. Sugarloaf
Cable Car Park® has become one of the most emblematic tourism icons in Brazil,
having welcomed more than 50 million visitors over its 112 years of history.
4th Day
Breakfast
10:00 – Beach tour
+ Sugarloaf Mountain (ticket included)
Stop for lunch (not
included)
18:00 – Departure
for shopping mall visit
21:30 – Return to
the hotel
Angra dos Reis - Rio de Janeiro
5th Day
Breakfast –
Check-out
Visit to the Museum
of Tomorrow (ticket not included). After the visit, we continue by luxury bus
from Rio de Janeiro to Angra dos Reis (160 km).
Stop for a snack
(not included)
Arrival in Angra –
Transfer to the hotel and accommodation
Free time / rest
19:30 – Dinner at
the hotel
6th Day
Breakfast
10:00 – Departure
for an exclusive schooner tour through the islands
Lunch on the island
(not included)
Return to the hotel
in the mid-afternoon
Rest
Dinner at the hotel
Historic
Center of Paraty – Photo: Rogério Cassimiro – MTUR
Church of Santa Rita de Cássia, Paraty, RJ. Today, it is the Paraty Museum of Sacred Art.
7th Day
Breakfast
After breakfast –
Check-out
09:00 – Angra dos
Reis to Paraty (97 km)
11:00 – Estimated
arrival in Paraty
15:00 – Departure
from Paraty to São Paulo (280 km)
20:00 – Estimated
arrival in São Paulo – dinner (not included)
22:00 – Hotel
accommodation
SÃO PAULO
Photo: Rogério Cassimiro – MTUR
São Paulo
Known by Brazilians as the “Concrete Jungle,” São
Paulo is the largest metropolis in Latin America, a true mosaic of cultures,
histories, and innovations. Known for its diversity and dynamism, the
metropolis is home to everything from imposing skyscrapers to centuries-old
traditions. Here, every corner holds a fascinating curiosity, whether in
architecture, gastronomy, or the habits of its millions of residents.
São Paulo is a global city that brings together different customs and cultures, with a population of 12.4 million inhabitants — or 21.3 million in the metropolitan region — representing 70 different nationalities.
São Paulo
Municipal Market - Photo from the official website: https://www.mercadomunicipalsp.com
The São Paulo Municipal Market is one of the city’s most traditional and important tourist attractions. In addition to its historical relevance, the “Mercadão” offers a gastronomic space where visitors can enjoy everything from simple dishes to gourmet recipes, surrounded by beautiful architecture.
Designed by architect Francisco Ramos de Azevedo
and inaugurated in 1933, the building stands out for its stained-glass windows
signed by Conrado Sorgenicht Filho, depicting the richness of food production.
The wide variety of fruits, vegetables, and spices creates a colorful,
welcoming, and striking environment, making the visit a unique sensory
experience.
MERCADO MUNICIPAL_SAO PAULO
Foto: ROGERIO CASSIMIRO_MERCADO MUNICIPAL_SAO PAULO_SP MTUR
8th Day
Breakfast
Check-out
08:30 – Departure
for a tour of São Paulo’s historic center and the Municipal Market
Quick snack at the
Municipal Market
Transfer to the airport
for boarding to Foz do Iguaçu
Late afternoon
arrival in Foz do Iguaçu
Check-in and
accommodation
Remaining afternoon
free for leisure activities at the hotel
Dinner: not included
Foz do Iguaçu / Iguassu Falls
Foz do Iguaçu / Iguassu Falls
Foz do Iguaçu is a unique city in the world,
located in the far west of Brazil, on the border with Argentina and Paraguay,
forming the so-called Triple Frontier. Internationally recognized, it is home
to Iguaçu National Park, where the impressive Iguaçu Falls are located,
considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the Planet.
More than its exuberant landscapes, Foz do Iguaçu
stands out for the harmonious coexistence of different cultures, resulting from
the presence of peoples from diverse origins. The city is also marked by major
engineering works, such as the Itaipu Hydroelectric Power Plant, a symbol of
cooperation between nations.
This cultural and geographical diversity offers
experiences for all visitor profiles, from nature lovers to those interested in
architecture, technology, and gastronomy. Foz do Iguaçu is, above all, a
meeting of cultures, landscapes, and stories that enchants all who visit.
Iguazu Falls National Park -
Photo: Maria Mingarelli (NOV25)
Iguaçu National Park provides an immersive
experience in the biodiversity of the Atlantic Forest. Be prepared for
different ways of connecting with nature in this Natural World Heritage Site
recognized by UNESCO. The park is an international reference in sustainable
tourism and biodiversity conservation.
Created in 1939, it received the title of Natural
World Heritage Site granted by UNESCO in 1986. The Iguaçu Falls, located within
the conservation unit, were declared a Natural World Wonder on November 11,
2011, through an international election with votes from people all over the
world.
Iguaçu National Park has received a growing number
of visitors, with more than 1.1 million people by August 2025, surpassing the
numbers of 2024 and recording monthly records, such as August 2025 with 155,780
visitors.
Bird Park (Parque das Aves)
A natural heritage of global
importance within your reach. Come and live this experience!
Bird Park is one of the only
institutions in the world focused on the conservation of Atlantic Forest birds.
The birds of the Atlantic
Forest are beautiful, exuberant, and unique, and the park offers its visitors
the opportunity to live an immersive experience of connection with them and the
forests they inhabit. This has made Bird Park the most visited attraction in
Foz do Iguaçu after the Falls.
Bird Park works for a better
world, where people can live in harmony with nature. To achieve this, it
maintains 16 hectares of Atlantic Forest and more than 1,300 birds from around
130 species, with more than 50% originating from rescues.
Tucano/ Toucan
9th Day
Breakfast
After breakfast, departure
for a visit to Bird Park and Iguaçu National Park (ticket included)
Helicopter flight (optional,
ticket not included)
Walking tours along the park
trails (medium difficulty level)
Lunch or snack at the park
(not included)
Afternoon: Macuco Safari
(optional, ticket not included)
19:30 – Departure for dinner
at a typical restaurant with folkloric show (Rafain Show)
Three
Borders Landmark: (Foto: Janette Mohannak)
The Three Borders Landmark stands as a symbol of unity, peace, and
sovereignty among the three nations.
A place where history, culture, and nature meet,
celebrating Indigenous roots and the formation of the Triple Frontier.
10th Day
Breakfast
10:00 – Departure
by tourist bus for a visit to the Itaipu Hydroelectric Power Plant and City
Tour
Lunch (not
included)
Rest
17:00 – Departure
for a visit to the Three Borders Landmark
Suggestion: Dinner at the location (not included)
Itaipu Hydroelectric Power Plant
Photo: Joel Rocha / Itaipú Binacional
In November 2024, the Itaipu Hydroelectric Power
Plant earned the Guinness World Records title for “Largest cumulative
production of hydroelectric energy.” The certification covers Itaipu’s
production from May 1984, when the first generating unit began operating,
through October 2024.During this period, the binational hydroelectric plant
generated 3.038 billion megawatt-hours (MWh), a record that no other power
plant in the world has reached. (Source: Itaipu Binacional)
11th Day
Breakfast
Check-out
Transfer to Foz do Iguaçu
Airport
Quick snack at the airport
Boarding for Europe with
connection in São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro
Package Includes:
- Transfers and transportation by coach to all destinations indicated in the itinerary.
- 09 nights of accommodation in 4-star Superior category hotels, in double or triple rooms. Single rooms may be requested at an additional cost.
- Accommodation-related taxes.
- Breakfast at all hotels.
- Tours, activities and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
- Tips for bellhops and hotel service staff at the hotels indicated.
- Professional bilingual guide in Portuguese and English, providing assistance during the tours and accompanying the group throughout the journey.
- Travel Assistance Insurance, with coverage in Brazil.
- Domestic flights within Brazil, when indicated in the itinerary.
Package Does Not Include:
- Personal expenses at the hotels, such as telephone calls, laundry, minibar, etc.
- Tours indicated as optional or suggested activities when entrance fees are not expressly stated as included.
- Restaurant tips.
- Price differences resulting from changes in accommodation or hotel category requested by the guest.
- Meals not expressly indicated as included in the itinerary.
- Beverages during meals, even when the meal itself is included in the package.
- Shopping and personal expenses.
- International flights between China and Brazil.
Price and Conditions
Price per person from: EUR 2,278, based on double occupancy.
The starting price is calculated based on a minimum group size of 12 people.
As the number of participants increases, we may adjust the type of vehicle used for transfers. Since some transportation costs can be shared among a larger number of passengers, the final price per person may be reduced.
Please note that the travel price may also vary according to the travel dates, season and local tourism demand. During periods of higher demand in Brazil, such as school holidays, New Year's Eve and New Year (Réveillon), Carnival and other major events, hotel, transportation and tourism service prices may increase significantly.
For this reason, the final price will be confirmed according to the specific travel dates and the final number of participants.
Important Information
Please note: Tour schedules may be adjusted according to the opening hours of parks and attractions on the date of the visit.
Our services will be provided in accordance with current Brazilian regulations and applicable health and safety requirements.
For the safety and well-being of all our passengers, we recommend that, whenever possible, guests remain with the group while sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro.
If you wish to arrange activities independently, we recommend informing the group coordinator or guide in advance so that the necessary guidance can be provided.
São Paulo – Group Extensions
São Paulo – 4 Days – Beaches – São Paulo’s North Coast
Day 1 – São Paulo / São Sebastião / Ilhabela
Departure from São Paulo to São Sebastião by luxury van.
Ferry crossing.
Arrival in Ilhabela, followed by hotel check-in and dinner.
Day 2 – Ilhabela / São Sebastião
09:00 – Island tour by 4x4 vehicle, visiting waterfalls, historic farms, scenic viewpoints, beaches and the historic center, with a lunch stop at the beach.
Late afternoon – Ferry crossing and city tour of São Sebastião’s historic center.
The area is home to the city’s main historic heritage sites, including the São Sebastião Mother Church, the Sacred Art Museum, the Nossa Senhora do Amparo Convent, the Franciscan Convent and several listed colonial houses. This makes the area a unique combination of beach, historic center and cultural hub.
Dinner in São Sebastião: In the evening, with the waterfront promenade illuminated, restaurants open and the surrounding streets full of activity, Praia do Centro becomes the city’s most vibrant nightlife area.
Return to the hotel.
Day 3 – Ilhabela / Ubatuba
Free morning to enjoy the beach or explore Ilhabela’s Historic Center.
After lunch, departure for Ubatuba along the coast.
Upon arrival, visit to Projeto TAMAR.
The Projeto TAMAR Foundation in Ubatuba was the first facility established in an area where sea turtles feed along the Brazilian coast. Its main objective is to mitigate the predatory effects of fishing on these animals. It is the only TAMAR base in the state of São Paulo and is located in the city center.
Hotel check-in and dinner.
Day 4 – Ubatuba / São Paulo
09:00 – Departure for a visit to an indigenous Guarani community.
An authentic, transformative experience filled with ancestral traditions at Boa Vista Village, home to the Guarani Mbya people. An invitation to encounter a living indigenous culture, its traditions, spirituality and profound relationship with nature.
After lunch, return to São Paulo.
Minimum of 12 participants.
From EUR 1.591 per person in double occupancy
São Paulo – 4 Days – Caves and Atlantic Rainforest
Day 1 – São Paulo / Iporanga
Departure from São Paulo to Iporanga.
Arrival in Iporanga and hotel check-in.
Departure to visit Betary Reserve – dinner.
Night Experience
The first immersion into the territory begins when the forest changes shifts.
A nighttime experience in the Atlantic Rainforest introduces the group to sounds, species and behaviors that take center stage after sunset. A different way of experiencing biodiversity and beginning to understand the territory that will accompany the entire expedition.
Return to the hotel.
Day 2 – Caves of PETAR
After breakfast, departure to visit the caves.
Santana Cave – PETAR
An experience in one of the most representative natural heritage sites of the Ribeira Valley.
The activity provides an understanding of the geological, environmental and tourism importance of the region’s speleological heritage, as well as the relationship between environmental conservation and development through tourism.
The visit will be accompanied by specialized guides.
Palmitolândia – Local Experience & Lunch
Next, the group will experience an activity connected to local production and regional gastronomy.
The experience demonstrates how the rainforest, local production, gastronomy and tourism can work together, adding value to regional products and strengthening local entrepreneurs.
Lunch will be served as part of the experience.
Devil’s Cave
In the afternoon, the group will visit one of the most emblematic caves in the State of São Paulo.
Its vast chambers and natural formations offer another perspective on the extraordinary speleological heritage of the Ribeira Valley.
Dinner at Craibeira
At the end of the day, dinner and an opportunity for group interaction.
Afterwards, transfer to Cananéia.
Overnight: Cananéia
Day 3 – Mandira Quilombola Community / Cananéia
08:00 | Mandira Quilombola Community
Boat departure from the pier at Hotel Mar Azul to the Mandira Quilombola Community.
This experience brings participants closer to the history, culture and way of life of the community, providing an opportunity to understand, in practice, the relationship between community-based tourism, environmental conservation and income generation.
After the experience, lunch and return to Cananéia.
15:00 | Historic Center of Cananéia
Guided visit through the Historic and Architectural Center of Cananéia.
A walk through the history and heritage of one of Brazil’s oldest cities, connecting architecture, territorial occupation, culture and identity.
16:00 | Boqueirão Sul
Ferry crossing to Boqueirão Sul.
16:30 | Brunch Brasil Caiçara
A gastronomic experience dedicated to the flavors, ingredients and culinary traditions of the Caiçara culture.
More than a meal, the brunch presents gastronomy as an expression of territorial identity and an essential component of the travel experience.
After the program, return to Cananéia.
Day 4 – ILHA DO CARDOSO STATE PARK
Atlantic Rainforest, mangroves, Caiçara culture and the sea
07:00 – Breakfast and check-out.
08:00 | Departure for Cardoso Island
Boat departure from the pier at Hotel Mar Azul to Ilha do Cardoso State Park – PEIC.
The final day of the expedition will be dedicated to an immersion in one of the most important protected areas along the coast of São Paulo.
PEIC Experience
The program includes:
- Interpretive trails;
- Visit to the Ilha do Cardoso State Park Museum;
- Suspension bridge;
- Interpretive activities in the mangroves;
- Assistance from environmental monitors;
- Contact with different coastal ecosystems;
- Caiçara gastronomic experience;
- Time for contemplation and swimming in the sea.
Caiçara Lunch
Lunch at a traditional Caiçara restaurant, right on the beach, combining gastronomy and territory as the perfect conclusion to the experience.
15:00 – Return to Cananéia and conclusion of the experience program.
Afterwards, departure for São Paulo.
Minimum of 12 participants.
Individual Extensions
Centro Historico -Salvador, Bahia /Historic Center – Salvador, Bahia
Travel Extensions | Continue Exploring Brazil
If you would like to stay a few more days in Brazil after completing the main itinerary and continue discovering the charms of the country, we have also prepared some independent travel extensions.
These experiences can be arranged separately after the main itinerary, allowing you to continue exploring different regions of Brazil according to your own interests and available time, discovering new natural landscapes, cultures, history and different ways of life.
You can choose one of the destinations or, according to your travel plans, combine different extensions.
Because an unforgettable journey through Brazil does not necessarily have to end when the main itinerary comes to an end. Perhaps there are still many other places waiting to be discovered by you.
SALVADOR - BA
From EUR 827 per person in double occupancy
Salvador (3 nights)
1st Day – Salvador
Arrival and private transfer to the hotel. Free afternoon.
2nd Day – Salvador – City Tour: Historical and Panoramic (08 hours) – with lunch stop
On our Salvador city tour, we depart from the hotel
in the morning heading to the iconic Santo Antônio da Barra Fort, built in 1536
to protect Todos os Santos Bay. In 1698, the fort received the famous Barra
Lighthouse, which is still in operation today and is one of the city’s main
tourist attractions.
Our journey continues along the Vitória Corridor,
passing through the lively Campo Grande Square, which is part of the circuits
of Salvador’s famous Carnival.
We then arrive at Pelourinho, the cultural heart of
the city. Our first stop is Municipal Square, where you can enjoy a stunning
view of the Lower City, including the Lacerda Elevator, vibrant commerce, the
Port of Salvador, and the Mercado Modelo.
We continue to Sé Square, where the ruins of
Brazil’s first Basilica are located, alongside the first Archiepiscopal Palace
of Salvador. We explore Pelourinho Square, the charming Church of Our Lady of
the Rosary of the Black People, and the inspiring Jorge Amado Foundation.
We also visit the magnificent Church and Convent of
São Francisco, a true treasure of Brazilian Baroque art, rich in historical
details, highlighted by the extensive use of gold in its decoration. The church
has three naves and a beautiful altar (entrance fee of R$10.00, subject to
change).
Continuing the tour, we pass several iconic sites
in Salvador, including Rome Square, home to the Monument of Saint Dulce of the
Poor, the first Brazilian saint, and the Social Works of Sister Dulce.
We visit the Church of Bonfim, dating back to the
18th century, an important pilgrimage site. There will be time for prayers and
participation in the ritual of tying colorful ribbons, symbols of faith and
culture.
At Dique do Tororó, we admire the impressive
sculptures of the Orixás, created by artist Tati Moreno, and also see the Fonte
Nova Arena.
At the end of the itinerary, we stop for shopping
at Mercado Modelo, one of the oldest and most traditional commercial areas in
Salvador.
This Salvador tour offers an immersion into the culture, history, and beauty of the Bahian capital, making it an unmissable experience for visitors.
3rd Day – Salvador
Free day for optional activities - Suggestion: Beach tour with sea bathing
4rd Day – Salvador – Airport
Transfer to Salvador Airport
for boarding to the city of origin (English-speaking driver).
Lençóis Maranhenses and Atins
From EUR 2.467 per person in double occupancy
Lençóis Maranhenses and Atins (6 nights) – Departure from
the city of São Luís
1st Day – São Luís / Atins
At 08:00, private transfer to Barreirinhas.
Approximate travel time by paved road: 4 hours. Arrival in Barreirinhas and
boarding of a speedboat along the Preguiças River, with stops for walks on the
dunes along the river, heading to the APA (Environmental Protection Area) of
Pequenos Lençóis.
Stop in Vassouras, a typical village of residents
along the Preguiças River. Stop for lunch (not included) and in Caburé.
Continuation to Atins. Disembarkation and transfer to the selected
accommodation. (English-speaking guide)
2nd Day – Atins – Beaches and Lagoons Tour
Departure from Atins in a 4x4 vehicle for a visit
to open-sea beaches, with a swimming stop of approximately 1.5 hours. Leaving
the beach, we cross the dune fields to visit Lagoa do Bode, Lagoa das Sete
Mulheres, and Lagoa do Kait.
On the return, stop for lunch at a local restaurant
(Carminha, Seu Antônio, or Judite), rest, and return to Atins.
3rd Day – Atins – Tropical and Emerald Lagoon Tour
Departure from Atins by 4x4 towards the open-sea
beaches for swimming, with a stop of approximately 1.5 hours. Leaving the
beach, we cross the dune fields to visit the Tropical and Emerald Lagoons.
On the return, stop for lunch at a local restaurant
(Carminha, Seu Antônio, or Judite), rest, and return to Atins.
4th Day – Atins / Barreirinhas
Departure from Atins at 09:00, crossing the dune
fields towards Barreirinhas, passing several lagoons such as Lagoa da Lua,
Lagoa do Toyoteiro, and Lagoa Azul. Stop for lunch at Restaurante da Graça.
After lunch, rest in hammocks and continuation of
the journey to Barreirinhas. Estimated arrival at 17:00.
5th Day – Barreirinhas – Lagoa Azul and Lagoa do
Peixe Circuit
Departure by 4x4 vehicle to visit the Greater
Lençóis Maranhenses. After crossing the Preguiças River by ferry, we travel
approximately 8 km along sandy trails to the base of the dunes surrounding
Lagoa Azul.
We continue on foot to the lagoon, then proceed to
Lagoa do Peixe. Return to the vehicle and then back to Barreirinhas. - Tour
duration: 4 hours.
6th Day – Barreirinhas – Lagoa Bonita Circuit with
Baixa da Onça
Departure by 4x4 vehicle to visit the Greater
Lençóis Maranhenses. After crossing the Preguiças River by ferry, we proceed to
the village of Baixa da Onça.
Disembarkation, walk through the dunes and along
the banks of a small intermittent river near the residents’ village, and swim
in Lagoa da Prata.
Continuation to Lagoa Bonita. Stop for lunch (not
included). After lunch, we climb approximately 35 meters of soft sand, followed
by a mobile dune of about 6 meters, from where Lagoa Bonita can be seen.
The 10-minute walk to the lagoon gives the feeling
of being in a dune desert. Stop for photos and swimming. Return to
Barreirinhas. - Tour duration: 7 hours.
7th Day – Barreirinhas / São Luís
Manaus and Amazon Rainforest
Manaus and Amazon Rainforest (4 nights) – from Manaus
1st Day – Manaus / Juma Lodge
Shared regular transfer, departure between 06:30
and 07:30 (transfer time varies according to the hotel), transfer to Ceasa Port
and boarding of a boat passing by the “Meeting of the Waters” of the Negro and
Solimões Rivers to the town of Careiro.
Boarding of ground transfer to the embarkation
point for a speedboat to the lodge. The journey alternating between cars and
boats has an estimated duration of 3 hours.
Reception with regional juice and accommodation in
the apartments. After lunch, departure for a reconnaissance tour using rowing
canoes to explore the region. Return to Juma Lodge.
At night, departure by canoe to observe nocturnal
wildlife.
Meeting of the Waters
On the way to Juma Lodge, we pass by the Meeting of
the Waters of the Negro and Solimões Rivers. Their waters run side by side for
a long stretch without mixing, until forming the Amazon River. It is possible
to feel the temperature difference between the rivers.
Rowing Canoe Tour
Reconnaissance tour conducted by rowing canoe
through igarapés (streams) and igapós (flooded forest, more visible during the
high-water season). During the tour, it is possible to swim, observe river
dolphins, and hear the mysterious sounds of the forest.
Night TourAt night, we go out by boat to observe caimans,
frogs, and birds. The guide uses only a flashlight to focus on the animals in
the Amazon darkness, making the tour very exciting. Night sounds are also
impressive, as is the often star-filled sky.
1st Day to 4th Day – Included activities during the
stay at Juma Lodge
Sunrise on the Juma River
During sunrise, we observe the wonderful color
changes of the Amazon sky accompanied by birdsong (our guides have binoculars
for observation).
Forest Walk
This tour, always conducted on little-explored
trails, provides survival notions in the forest, explanations about Amazon
wildlife, and shows plants that are edible, medicinal, and useful for various
purposes.
Piranha Fishing
Boat trip to fish the famous piranha and other
regional fish (fishing is easier during the dry season; during floods, fish
hide in the igapós). Return to the lodge at sunset, often exuberant.
Lecture
At night, the guide gives an informal lecture about his own life (our guides are natives) and about the customs and legends of riverside communities, as well as presenting aspects of local fauna and flora.
Forest Walk with Barbecue
After a forest walk (longer, with fewer stops),
lunch based on regional cuisine is served over an open fire. Hammocks are then
set up for rest in the forest.
Visit to a Caboclo House
A caboclo (local native) shares knowledge about
medicinal plants and demonstrates, among other things, how manioc flour is
produced, the main economic activity of the region.
Observation Tower Visit
The Juma region is viewed from the top of the
31-meter-high observation tower. In addition to the beautiful views, it is
interesting to understand how the lodge was built and how sustainability is
managed, highlighting the solar photovoltaic power plant.
5th Day – Juma Lodge / Manaus / Origin
After breakfast, departure to Manaus. Arrival
around 11:00 and transfer to Juma Opera Hotel.
At the end of the day, transfer to the airport for
boarding to the city of origin.