Top 5 holidays in Brazil

Brazil is the largest country in Latin America and the 5th largest country in the world. Thousands of miles of unspoilt tropical beach, the bulk of the Amazon rainforest, the Pantanal the world’s largest wetland, table-topped mountains with unique plants and waterfalls, colonial mining towns resplendent with baroque churches, the huge metropolis of Sâo Paulo and the seductive charm of Rio.

Its sheer size makes it difficult to decide where to start. Of course, there are the iconic spots of Rio de Janeiro and the Amazon, but there is so much more to explore. Here are 5 very different tours which give you an idea of what can be done in two to three weeks.

Deep into the Amazon – Belem, Marajo, Amazon, Manaus and Tefe

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The Amazon takes up 30% of the continent and holds a staggering array of wildlife. It’s therefore unsurprising that some want to spend the majority of their travels here. If so, this is the trip for you. This 14-day Amazon tour takes visitors from Belem located at the great mouth of the Amazon river all the way to Manaus and Tefe in the heart of the rainforest. Along the way, ride water buffalo in Marajo, see parrots and macaws at the clay licks, visit the Amazon Theatre, get up close to monkeys and sloths and take in unique jungle lodges including the Uakari.

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Rhythms of Latin America – Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu, Buenos Aires, Pampas

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This short 11-day tour is an absolute classic and combines the best of Brazil and Argentina. Begin in the hedonistic city of Rio de Janeiro. As well as having time to discover the iconic sites of Corcovado, Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer, you’ll have plenty of time to explore at your own pace. Hike up through Santa Teresa, spend lazy days on Ipanema Beach and learn about the cities interesting history. Next you’ll fly on to Iguazu Falls where you’ll hike along the walkways and see this mighty natural wonder from all angles. Fly on to Buenos Aires to spend a number of days exploring the capital and visit the Pampas to horse ride and stay on a estancia.

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Cultural Buzz of Brazil –  Rio de Janeiro, Paraty, Ouro Preto, Tiradentes, Olinda, Salvador

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This tour of Brazil is for the culture vultures. After a day or two discovering the sites of Rio de Janeiro you’ll be transferred along the Green Coast to the pretty colonial town of Paraty. Here you’ll take schooner sailing trips for snorkelling and cultural tours of the area. Next, fly up to Belo Horizonte and pick up your hire car. Over the next few days you’ll hit the road in Minas Gerais jumping from town to town. Along the way visit Ouro Preto, Mariana, Congonhas, Sao Joao del Rei and Tiradentes. Each of these beautiful places have interesting baroque churches and architecture. Fly up to Recife in the north and spend a day or two in neighbouring Olinda. Spend your final days in Bahia’s capital Salvador. Here you’ll learn about Afro-Brazilian heritage and take a tour of the city.

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Brazil Blissout – Rio de Janeiro, Paraty, Salvador, Praia do Forte, Recife, Fernando do Noronha

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Brazil’s boasts some of the most stunning tropical beaches in the Americas. Discover hidden coves with crystal-clear tropical waters and idyllic beaches, each with its unique charm. Visit Brazil’s magical coastline, from verdant archipelagos to coral reefs. Take the obligatory few days to discover Rio de Janeiro including a visit to Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf. Transfer along the coast to stay in Paraty, a spectacular colonial town of white washed houses and cobbled streets. Return to Rio de Janeiro and fly north to Recife. Here you’ll stay in historic Olinda overlooking the coast. Fly on to Fernando do Noronha Island. This island offers some of South America’s finest snorkelling and scuba opportunities. Take to the water to swim amongst the coral and exotic marine life.

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Brazilian Safari – Amazon, Pantanal

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Experience Brazil’s best wildlife spot’s in the Amazon and Pantanal. Stay in lodges in the three finest places for tropical nature in Brazil and probably in Latin America: the archipelagos of the Amazon, the northern Pantanal wetlands and Alta Floresta of Mato Grosso. In all three regions you will come up close to some of the continent’s most interesting wildlife – monkeys, sloths, anacondas, hummingbirds, jaguars, ocelots, toucans, tapirs and caiman to name but a few.

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