by Taylor | Sep 17, 2024 | Brazil, Southeast Brazil
5 Day Itinerary for Rio de Janeiro There is so much to see and do in Rio de Janeiro! Five days in South America’s most iconic city is just enough time to hit all the major tourist sites, including some quality beach time. This ideal, 5-day itinerary will have you...
by Taylor | Sep 16, 2024 | Brazil, Northern Brazil
1. Shop & eat at one of Belém's historic markets Belém’s waterfront markets have been a fixture of Paraense pride, history, and culture for nearly 400 years. Here, tourists and locals converge to shop, eat, and browse exotic and artesian goods. Arrive in the morning...
by Taylor | Aug 26, 2024 | Brazil, Northern Brazil
If you can only visit one place in the Brazilian Amazon, make it Alter do Chão. Once coined the “Caribbean of the Amazon” and voted the #1 beach in Brazil, Alter do Chão is the Amazon’s little slice of paradise. Alter do Chão’s clear river waters, white sandy beaches,...
by Taylor | Aug 22, 2024 | Brazil, Northern Brazil
1. Hike in the Tapajós National Forest (FLONA) A visit to the Tapajós National Forest (Floresta Nacional do Tapajós) is a must for visitors wanting to immerse themselves in the Amazon rainforest, learn about its different plants and species, meet members of local...
by Taylor | Aug 1, 2024 | Brazil, Northern Brazil
Traveling on an Amazon River ferry from Manaus to Santarém is a unique experience. It is 31 hours of slow boat travel on the world’s 2nd longest river and along its largest rainforest. But it is not for the weary traveler. There are close to zero luxuries afforded on...
