Brazil's Wildlife, Waterfalls and Beach

Discover the highlights of São Paulo on this privately guided tour. Visit the oldest train station in the city and the most emblematic buildings of the old downtown and the modern financial center. (Duration: 4 hours. Private Activity).

During your stay experience the incredible natural beauty of the Pantanal. On day of arrival, 3-hour transfer from Cuiabá airport to Pousada do Rio Mutum. Enjoy the beautiful grounds of the pousada and don’t miss tasting the delicious piranha soup at dinner! On day 2, after a nutritive breakfast, discover the wonders of nature by horseback in the surroundings of Siá Mariana bay. You will be amazed by the amount of birds, animals and reptiles that can be observed. In the afternoon, boat ride for a photographic safari on the crystal clear waters of the Mutum River where you can see stingrays, giant otters and shoals of small fish, and a large variety of birds. After dinner, you might be able to spot some animals on the jeep tour. On the third day, a morning hike through the jungle and the open fields. In the afternoon, discover the birds and wildlife by boat, and enjoy a unique sunset by fishing piranhas. In the evening, cayman feeding with the piranhas and nocturnal wildlife spotting. On the last day, wake up very early to canoe the Mutum river to admire the sunrise. (Lunch is not included on Day 1)

On this half day tour, take in the incredible panoramic view of Iguazu Waterfalls. From the amazing vantage points in Brazil, marvel at the sheer beauty and amazing magnitude of this natural wonder. (Duration 4 hours, if you have a preference for timing, please tell your travel consultant at the time of booking, otherwise our team will schedule the tour at the best available time. Private Activity)

Enhance your visit to the Argentina side of the Iguazu Waterfalls with a tranquil boat ride experience on the Iguazu River. Admire the beauty of the river and the park learning about the regional flora and fauna, and if you are lucky perhaps even catch sight of an alligator or a monkey. (Duration 30 minutes, Group Activity, Maximum 17 people, Combined with the Visit to the Argentine Side of Iguazu Waterfalls Activity)

Gain a deep perspective of the breathtaking waterfalls, recently named one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Three sets of trails and walkways allow you to explore the natural beauty of the falls and the surrounding jungle as you walk through the national park. On the lower circuit take in a view of the falls from below, feeling part of the natural surroundings, and sensing their great magnitude. The upper circuit takes you above the falls where you get a different perspective of the same waterfalls you just saw on the lower circuit. And no visit to Iguazu is complete without viewing the Devil’s Throat Falls, where you stand just feet from the thundering cascades of water tumbling to depths below. (0900 to 1500 hrs. Private Activity)

Few neighborhoods in Rio offer the physical beauty, history and charm of Santa Teresa. Located high upon the hills of the city, Santa Teresa overlooks virtually the entire city, including downtown and Guanabara Bay. Santa Teresa is home to the famous ‘bonde’, the street cars of the early 20th century. The neighborhood also offers some of Rio’s most exciting cultural and artistic activities, as well as wonderful restaurants. Enjoy a delicious lunch at one of Santa Teresa’s culinary hotspots specializing in traditional Brazilian food (not included in rate). Itinerary: We will leave the hotel by metro and stop at the Catete subway station to get a taxi to the ‘Bonde’ (station, where we will proceed across the Lapa Arches and up the hill to the charming neighborhood of Santa Teresa itself. Leave the ‘Bonde’ at Largo dos Guimarães to explore the innumerous cultural houses, galleries and pick our favorite spot for a delicious lunch (not included in rate). We will descend the hill by ‘Bonde’, once again, to the nearest metro station to return to our hotel. Important note: the tram is out of operation for a complete overhaul, until the return of its operation we will go up to Santa Teresa by car/van that are following the route of the tram. (09:00 to 13:00. Lunch is not included. Private Activity.)

This private full day tour takes you to the two major landmarks of Rio, in fact of Brazil: Corcovado and Sugarloaf Mountain. Begin the tour by riding the cog-wheel train up Corcovado Mountain to reach the spectacular view at the summit. Marvel at the Christ the Redeemer statue, built at the top of the mountain and gaze down on the entire city of Rio de Janeiro. Next visit the famous Sugarloaf Mountain, reaching the top by cable car. From your view at the top look out on the glittering waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the beautiful beaches below. (08:00-16:00, Private Activity, Lunch not included)