One of the world’s most captivating places, Brazil is South America’s giant. It has the fifth largest population in the world and is the fifth largest geographic country by area. Geographically this country has everything to offer. A stunning country of sandy white beaches, immaculate rain forests and wild, pulsating-filled metropolises. The official language is Portguese as it was colonized by Portugal back in 1500. Brazil has one of the fastest growing economies in the world and is the seventh largest in the world. It will be hosting the two largest world events in the next few years with the World Cup of Soccer and the Summer Olympics. You can say that this is one of the hottest places in the world to be visiting and traveling to not only because of the weather and beautiful people living here.
Brazil offers big adventures for all travelers. With over 8 thousand kilometers (5 thousand miles) of pristine coastline — some of it is jam packed with unique cafes as well as those looking to party, but several long stretches of the coast are blissfully empty. There are plenty of rainforest landscapes to explore, complete with exotic critters to photograph. Old architecture line the city streets, giving you multiple opportunities for awe inspiring visuals. Restaurants are plentiful and are up to very high standards, with some very unique regional cuisines that have yet to make their way to the bigger cities in North America. Music lovers will be thoroughly impressed with the variety available in Brazil, and of course let’s not forget that little festival called Carnaval.
Discover the heart and soul of Brazil as you spend time in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro. Rio embodies Brazil’s people and culture. Visits to Sugar Loaf Mountain, Cristo Redentor to hiking and climbing Pedra da Gavea. Then hand glide above the city and land on a hot sunbathed beach. You’ll be thrilled and amazed of the breath taking views and what this city has to offer. With many beaches in the area to choose from you’ll have the opportunity to spend the day at the famous Ipanema Beach to see the true culture of Brazil or spend a quieter day or two on Prainha or Itacoatiara Beach. With plenty of shopping spots, chic boutiques, fantastic restaurants and bumpin night life you might not want to leave Rio. Rest assured we will and soon you’ll be past the thundering waters of Iguazu Falls which are higher and twice as large as Niagara Falls. Not only will the incredible sound and power of the water but the sheer surroundings of where you are amaze you. From Iguazu on to the startling array of wildlife in the Pantanal Wetlands. Approxiamtely eighty percent of the Pantanal floodplains are under water during the monsoon seasons, Sustaining an incredible biologically diverse accumulation of aquatic plants that help support an array of animal species. Will also take a trek through the famous Amazon Rainforest where you’ll experience first hand wildlife, indigenous tribes, sights and sounds you’ve never heard and total seclusion from the modern world. Experience the natural wonders and vibrant energy that this welcoming country is known for. You’ll also have the opportunity to take a delectable cooking course to help improve your culinary skills and impress everyone back home.
Itinerary coming soon for trips beginning in 2014.
