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Brazil is the largest country in South America and is the fifth-largest in the world in both area and population. With the size that Brazil is, it is filled much diversity in its wildlife and culture making it difficult to select what should be seen and done. Brazilian tourism submerges in its culture and takes great advantage of all its landscapes. Find your way dancing along the streets during carnaval, perfect your samba with exclusive access to their local schools, spot wildlife  cruising the Amazon River and make yourself look like a local as you gain advice from your tour leader to avoid pickpocketing and scams.

 

Brazil tour offers both culture and wildlife

 

Tours in Brazil start in Rio de Janeiro and end São Paulo but don’t worry, all internal flights are included between cities.  

 

All Brazil tour packages give you the best of what the country has to offer from its culture and people. You have a choice to ride a helicopter or hand glide to get a birds-eye view of the beautiful country, go on a safe guided favela tours, organised visits to Iguaçu Falls and watch a soccer game at the famous Maracana Stadium. During one of the busiest times of the year for Brazilian tourism, you are guaranteed accommodation during Carvanal.

 

Travellers can also combine their Brazil experience with combination tours visiting other parts of South America like Argentina, Chile, Peru and Uruguay.

 

Eager to plan your trip? Take a look at our tour comparison Brazil  and find the right itinerary for you.

 

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Want to know a bit more of Brazil tourism the you must know about? We have gathered the best facts from real life tour guides so when you head out there, impress them with what you already know.

 

  • Many people from around the world believe that Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo is the capital of Brazil. That is not true. In the middle of Brazil is a city called Brasília, the capital, and it also happens to be the world’s largest capital.
  • Brazil’s ‘Lost World’ covers about 375,950 acres. This Lost World is called Chapala Diamantina National Park that’s filled with quartzite faves, crystal clear lakes and underground rivers, numerous waterfalls and unique rock formations.
  • The Portuguese left a huge mark in Brazil when they left in 1822. Not only did they leave the language behind but a bit of its culture. In Paraty, the Portuguese essence is evident in their streets and houses.

 

  • São Paulo is the New York of Brazil. It has become the go-to city for business, nightlife and urban development. People from all over the country have moved to São Paulo due to the improvement in the lifestyle.
  • Brazil breeds some of the best football players in history from Pelé, Ronaldo, Bebeto, Ronaldinho and Jairzinho.  
  • The beaches of Jericoacoara has a rhythm of its own. In comparison to the famous beaches of Rio de Janeiro like Copacabana and Ipanema Beach, the remote beach town of Jericoacoara is perfect for those looking for a laid-back vide.
  • Experience the African beats in Salvador, Bahia where a majority of the population are Afro-Brazilians

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  • Opened in 1950 to host the FIFA World Cup, Maracanã Stadium has been used for various occasion. The most recent one begin the selected venue for the opening and closing of the 2016 Summer Olympics.
  • Iguaçu Falls is the largest water system in the world. Located in the state of Paraná, Brazil shares the waterfall with Argentina as it resides on the border. Both countries battle on who has the nicer view but some Brazilians say Argentina does because you look towards Brazil on their side.
  • In southern Brazil, natural springs have become popular throughout the area specifically in  Minas Gerais. The collection of these mineral-spa towns have formed the Circuito das Águas where people have travelled to experience the pristine water parks.
  • In the 1960s, a song called “The Girl from Ipanema” became an international hit and is known up until this day. It was inspired by a beautiful garota of the neighborhood, Ipanema, in Rio de Janeiro.

Emily is a freelance writer and content creator who loves exploring and getting to know new places and people. She enjoys using her creativity to capture moments – increasing her interest in photography and filmmaking which can be seen on her Instagram account: emilymgarces.

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