Iconic Brazil

Landing in Rio de Janeiro, our local representative will be waiting for you at the airport to greet and take you to your hotel. Once you’ve settled into your accommodation in Rio de Janeiro, the rest of the day is free to explore some of our favorite local spots. Stroll along the long boulevards next to the beaches of Ipanema, Leblon and of course Copacabana while humming the song, ‘Girl from Ipanema’. Along the way you’ll find plenty of huts selling delicious freshly squeezed juices and coconuts which will refresh you as you soak up the breathtaking cityscape of Rio de Janeiro and realize why the city is known as, ‘The Marvelous City’!

Relax and watch the sunset at the beach before going out for dinner at one of the restaurants along the promenade. We recommend trying one of Brazil’s most famous and traditional dishes, feijoada carioca (stew of beans with beef and pork served with white rice and farofa) washed down with a refreshing caipirinha cocktail or a local beer…Brahma and Skol are our favorites! Following dinner, you can go back to your hotel to relax or go to one of the local samba bars to dance the night away!

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This half day private tour will take you to the Tijuca National Park, the world’s largest urban forest. Arriving at the top of Corcovado Mountain you’ll visit the world famous statue of the Christ the Redeemer. In 2007, the statue was named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and standing at the base of the 124 ft. tall statue, you’ll be treated to some truly amazing views over the city. Enjoy eye-catching views of the forest below and where Rio de Janeiro’s mountains dive into the clear blue water. After visiting the statue and the Tijuca National Park, you’ll head back to your hotel passing by the golden beaches of Ipanema and Leblon.

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Today, we head to the Tijuca Forest National Park, one of the largest urban forests in the world, and a rare strand of Atlantic rainforest which is now nearly extinct. This half-day private tour will take you to the Tijuca National Park, the world’s largest urban forest. You’ll be treated to some truly amazing views over the city. Enjoy eye-catching views of the forest below and where Rio de Janeiro’s mountains dive into the clear blue water. After visiting the statue and the Tijuca National Park, you’ll head back to your hotel passing by the golden beaches of Ipanema and Leblon.

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Today a private transfer will take you along the coast to Buzios, one of Brazil’s most glamorous beach resorts. Buzios is about 105 miles (169km) northeast of Rio de Janeiro and is actually made up of three small settlements, which have expanded over the years to become one town. Ossos was an old fishing village and today its winding cobblestone streets are home to many of the town’s shops and boutiques. The other two original towns of Manguinhos and Armação de Buzios are both great for exploring at night especially along Rua Orla Bardot and in Porto da Barras which have a great range of high-class restaurants and bars to choose from.

Before rushing off to the beach, all we ask is that you first settle into your accommodation. We recommend that you download some offline maps of Buzios before arriving and bring your driving license as renting a buggy is the easiest way to explore Buzios’ surrounding 17 beaches. Tonight, go to Armação where you’ll discover the heart of Buzios’ nightlife and the Orla Bardot beachfront promenade which is the perfect place to enjoy an evening walk before heading back to your hotel.

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The 2h30min tour covers 10 beaches and 3 islands, with 3 stops for diving.

Being: Boarding at the Sailing Port, passing through Ossos Beach – Azeda Beach – Azedinha Beach – João Fernandes Beach – (stop 1) – João Fernandinho Beach – White Island – Ugly Island (stop 2) – Tartaruga Beach (stop 3) – Virgens Beach – Amores beach – Canto beach – Caboclo Island – Orla Bardot – Armação beach, Sailing Port (disembarkation).

Route subject to change depending on weather conditions.

Boat with male and female bathrooms, we provide noodles (float), masks, and snorkel on the boat, which can be rented on board, and the following are sold: water, beer, soda, caipirinha, drinks, and barbecue.

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Today a private transfer will take you to the airport in Rio de Janeiro for your flight to Manaus.

The city of Manaus is in the heart of the Brazilian Amazon Rainforest and while flying in today, make sure to look out the window for your first unforgettable view of the green carpet of rainforest below. Depending on the time of your arrival and having settled into your accommodation in Manaus, the rest of your day is free to explore the city at the gateway to the Brazilian Amazon on your own. We recommend exploring the beautiful Amazonas Theater and Opera House and the lively Adolpho Lisboa Market where you can indulge in the sweet fruits of the Amazon. Tonight, head out to one of the local restaurants in Manaus where you can enjoy fresh and locally caught fish straight from the Amazon.

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AM: All aboard, we will make a brief meeting to explain the navigation procedures, as well as the itinerary to come. The adventure starts by navigating near the coastal area of Manaus, the Ponta Negra beach, Barrio Gloria and Manaus Port to name a few. Lunch will be on a floating restaurant, where you can enjoy the Amazonian cuisine at its best.

PM: After lunch, we will walk along a suspended walkway, from where it is possible to play with the wild monkeys and observe various other species of animals and plants, including Victoria Amazonica, the famous Victoria Regis. The climax of the day is still to come. It is when we follow the spectacular natural phenomenon, unique in the world, the Meeting of the Waters, where for more than three miles, the waters of two rivers, the Negro and Solimões, run side by side without mingling. A real natural spectacle! But the day is not over yet, and we will still visit a floating house where there is a creation of the Giant Pirarucu, an icon fish of the Amazon. Back on board, we will go up the Rio Negro towards the West, watching the setting sun. At dusk, we will arrive at the Reserve Palmeiral, the gateway to the National Park of the Anavilhanas Archipelago. There, we’ll settle down for the night.

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AM: The first activity of the second day is an adventure on land. The walk in the forest at the Palmeiral site is an excellent opportunity to get to know up close the life that exists inside the Amazon forest. We will enter the forest, learn about the species of plants and large trees that live there, as well as insects and special animals of that forest. We will discover the Rubber Tree, from which latex and rubber are extracted. This product is responsible for much of the economic and social development of Brazil during the rubber boom. While walking through the forest, accompanied by an experienced forest guide, you will also be presented with some survival techniques for the jungle.

PM: After lunch, let’s refresh at Acajatuba Lake, and if programmed, maybe swim with the Pink Dolphin. These friendly dolphins live in freedom in nature and are familiar with human presence, approaching humans when they offer them fish. The tour continues towards the Ariaú River, where the film Anaconda was recorded. In this area, it is common to observe animals such as spider monkeys, sloths, fisher-birds, parrots, among others. After dark, you can head out on a motorboat with a lantern, in search of animals like hunting eagles, herons, gypsy-birds, alligators, among others.

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AM: Enjoy the beauty of nature, it is possible to observe some species of animals that are more active at the beginning of the day. We leave for a ride on a motorboat to observe the typical fauna and flora. Among some common animals to watch are monkeys, sloths, parrots and herons, you may also see fishermen and gypsies. On the banks of this river, you can also enjoy the view of the largest tree in the forest, the giant Samaúma.

PM: We continue towards the National Park of the Anavilhanas Archipelago, an area of 350,000 hectares with more than 650 groups of islands. In the dry season, it is possible to enjoy groups of islands. In the dry season, it is possible to enjoy the white sandy beaches and cool off here. Before the end of the day, we will still explore the archipelago region in the motorboat.

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AM: Depending on the water level, it is possible to stop and bathe on the white sandy beaches that appear in the dry season in the Anavilhanas archipelago.

PM: After lunch, take a walk in the forest, near Lake Tucumã, to observe the flora and fauna of the Negro River region. During the course of the trail, we will arrive at a stream with a small waterfall. A charming place where you can bathe and cool off in these delightful waters. We will then return to the boat and head towards the Mucuras River.

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AM: We recommend that you wake up early to visit Aldeia Tucano, where you will meet an indigenous tribe native to the region and learn more about their customs and rituals. To feel the Amazonian welcome, the Pajé, chief of the tribe, will welcome us with a presentation to the sound of tribal flutes and dances with the participation of the Indian men and women of the tribe.

We will start the navigation back to Manaus. We will return to the boat to collect the bags.

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