Rio de Janeiro Map

Rio de Janeiro lies on Brazil’s Atlantic coast, facing south.  Founded around Guanabara bay, the entrance to which is the iconic Sugar Loaf peak, the city’s coastline now stretches east and west of the bay, with the major tourist destinations of Copacabana and Ipanema located in the Zona Sul. Getting to Rio de Janeiro Both getting to and around Rio de...

Iguazu Falls Activities

There are a ton of activities available in Iguazu, both physical and relaxing, so here are a few leads to get you started! Take in the full force of Iguaçú with a boat ride directly into the falls Be overwhelmed and awe-inspired by the full wrath of the falls with a boat ride directly under the falls. This is definitely the only way to fully experience the sheer power of the...

Ilha Grande Activities

There are a ton of activities available in Ilha Grande, both physical and relaxing, so here are a few leads to get you started! Snorkel in the clear blue waters of Ilha Grande. Gaze through crystal clear waters at tropical fish and marine life in one of the best places for snorkeling in Brazil! The best time of year for this is November to May when visibility can reach up to...

Rio de Janeiro

Few, if any, cities are as stunning as Rio de Janeiro. With its backdrop of tropical forest-covered mountains, fronting brilliantly white sand beaches and deep blue seas, it’s no wonder Rio is known as the Cidade Maravilhosa (marvelous city). This picturesque setting will be sure to snag you some stunning photos and memories. And although the spectacular setting will make...

Jericoacoara Map

Jericoacoara is located approximate 300km West of Fortaleza, in the state of Ceará. Arriving from the East, the bus company Redenção provides at least two daily services to Jijoca, connecting to an overland truck for the last hour and a half of the 8 hour trip (both legs of the trip are included in the price).  If you’re coming in late try and book Jericoacoara...

Canoa Quebrada Activities

Canoa Quebrada has some awesome adventure sports at reasonable prices. There are a ton of activities available here, both physical and relaxing, so here are a few leads to get you started! Zip line off the sand dunes Get your thrills riding the zip lines on some of the sand dunes that take you plummeting down the dunes and drop you in pools of water below! The view on a clear...

Morro de Sao Paulo Nightlife

Morro de Sao Paulo is known for its nightlife, so you can expect to find at least one good party every night of the year!  That said, high season is definitely when Morro’s nightlife really gets pumping and the beach parties go all night long, with capirinhas flowing freely and music pounding into the early hours of the morning.  Indeed, the beach parties are famous,...