Culture and Nature Highlights of Brazil

Day 4

At proper time, Private transfer from Rio de Janeiro to Paraty (250 km / 4h30 approx). We’ll do a Walking tour in Paraty Half Day (Private tour). Find out more about Paraty, a UNESCO nominated World Heritage site, on this fascinating walking tour of the old town. Your expert local guide will take you back in time to the Portuguese discovery of Brazil and trace the development of Paraty through the sugar, gold and coffee economic booms. Beautiful colonial architecture, street design ahead of its time, exiled Portuguese royalty and the dark past of the slave trade – these are just some of the ingredients that make up Paraty’s rich and colourful history from the past to the present day.

• Level of difficulty: easy. Duration: 2 to 3 hours. Included: Transport, Excursion, English bilingual guide, Room & Breakfast

Day 5

On day 5 we’ll do a Kayak Tour. Paddle the warm, sheltered waters of the bay of Paraty on this guided kayak trip to various islands and beaches. Swim, snorkel, and experience wildlife in the mangroves while you escape the busy boat-tripping crowds! No previous experience necessary. We give paddling and safety instruction for sea kayaks. Level of Difficulty: all levels catered for – easy/ medium/challenging.

• Included: Excursion, Room & Breakfast

Day 6

At proper time, Private transfer from Paraty to Sao Paulo (approx 268 km – 4h). Driver guide transfer in Foz do Iguaçu + Tour to Brazilian Falls. The 275 falls of the Iguaçu River, creating Foz do Iguaçu, are considered one of the greatest natural wonders of the planet. A World Heritage site, the National Park and its attractions are even more impressive in the months of December and January, when the volume of water is greater, but the entire year is good to visit the region anyway. To enjoy the landscapes that spread over an area of ​​186 hectares there are lookouts, scenic walkways and hiking paths. By land, the tour is done by bus to the scenic walkway 1,200 meters long, guaranteeing a breathtaking experience.

There are multiple viewpoints – but first, the coatis, racoons and butterflies demand equal attention with the Salto Floriano, the point in which the waters reach great flow. At the second, witness the falls from interesting angles to really experience the wonder of nature. Besides the falls, the park also is home to several species of plants and birds. They are fig trees, trumpet trees, pine trees, bromeliads and orchids, as well as toucans, macaws and parrots which ensure a bright and vibrant addition to the experience. Be sure to set aside time before or after the tour to check out the bird park. Included: Transport, English bilingual guide, Excursion, Room & Breakfast

Day 7

Argentinean Falls

On day 7 we’ll visit the Argentinean Falls. The limits of the Brazilian park extends to Argentina. On the Argentine side of the park, we will embark upon the train that leads to two circuits – the Lower being 1,700 metres with walkways running along the falls to the Moorhen level; and the Superior, stretching 650 metres plus hanging bridges that reveal a complete picture of all the falls. Both routes end at the edge of the biggest and most exciting Falls: the Devil’s Throat. At 90 metres high, it is one of the picture perfect postcards of the region. The Argentine side is more rustic than the Brazilian, with exuberant and heart exhilarating hiking trails. For this tour it is necessary to cross the border to Argentina. Please check visa requirements in advance.  Included: English bilingual guide, Local guide, Excursion, Room & Breakfast. Driver guide in Foz do Iguaçu for Argentinean Falls tour.

Pantanal

You don´t have to be a wildlife enthusiast to fall in love with The Pantanal. It´s the world´s largest interior wetland and the third largest environmental reserve in the world. It´s ecological important is immense, since it´s home to one of the richest ecosystems ever found to date, with seasonal flooded forests.

Transfer from Iguaçu to Campo Grande and on to your Pantanal Lodge.
Afternoon activities after you have checked in. Included: Transport, English bilingual guide, Excursion, Room, Breakfast & Dinner on the first day and then English bilingual guide, Excursion, Room & Full Board on the next days.

During your stay at Pantanal will have the chance to enjoy two activities a day, to be scheduled by the lodge according to weather conditions. The activities vary in each lodge but some of them may be:

• Horseback riding
• Trails in the nature
• Photography Safari
• Piranha fishing
• Night spotlighting by boat or jeep
• Kayak or boat tour

*Activities are determined by the Lodge. Tours at the Lodge are conducted in small groups of guests.

At proper time, transfer from Pantanal to Campo Grande.

• Arrival in Manaus & transfer to the Hotel
• Overnight in Manaus
• Included: Transport, Room & Breakfast

Transfer from Manaus in to the Amazon with amazing views on the way to the lodge. Activities determined by the lodge.

Activities in Amazon according to each Lodge schedule.

• Included: Excursion, English bilingual guide, Room & Full Board

*Activities are determined by the Lodge. Tours at the Lodge are conducted in small groups of guests.

Transfer from the lodge back to Manaus. Arrive in Salvador & transfer to the hotel of you choice.

• Included: Transport, Room & Breakfast

Day 16

On day 16 We’ll do a nice Historic Tour in Salvador.  In this Historic tour, you will see some of the most famous postcards of Brazil. We will start with a visit to the Barra’s Lighthouse, where you can enjoy all the beauty and magnificence of the place and take several pictures. Continuing our tour, we will pass by the Corredor da Vitória and Campo Grande, which during the carnival serve as walkways for the famous Trios Elétricos. Arriving at the Historical Centre, the tour walks you around the narrow streets, slopes and many old houses, which will make you travel back in time. Squares, churches, museums and art galleries give a special charm to the Pelourinho. Highlights include: Terreiro de Jesus, St. Francisco Church, Museum da Misericórdia, Jorge Amado’s House and Olodum’s house are among other must-see attractions. It is worth the experience to see the joy of the native people.

• Duration: 4 hours
• Included: Excursion, English bilingual guide, Transport, Room & Breakfast

Transfer to the airport & end of our services.

• Included: Transport