Brazil Nature

Trip Description

Accomodation

Stay program

• day 1

  Rio de Janeiro - Arrival

  

  Arrival in Rio de Janeiro. Welcome at the airport by our French-speaking guide. Transfer and check-in at the ARENA LEME hotel - SEA VIEW ROOM. As this is a tailor-made trip, we adapt the visit schedule according to flight times. After a long flight from France (+/- 11h) and the time difference, we generally suggest a bit of rest before starting the visits. However, we remain open to any wishes you may have. Free afternoon. Dinner at leisure. OTHER HOTEL OPTIONS: ARENA IPANEMA, IPANEMA INN, PORTO BAY RIO, MIRAMAR, ...

• day 2

  Rio de Janeiro

  

  Brazilian breakfast served at the hotel restaurant. In the morning, visit to Christ Corcovado. "Corcovado" is a distortion of the word "hunchback" in Portuguese to designate the mountain, which towers over Rio at 710 meters and on which stands the giant statue (38 m high, 28 m wide) of Christ the Redeemer, created by the French sculptor Paul Landowski. One of the most beautiful views of Rio... Unforgettable! Lunch at leisure. In the afternoon, visit to Sugarloaf Mountain, transfer and ascent by cable car. A true symbol protecting the entrance to Guanabara Bay, Sugarloaf Mountain towers over Rio at 395 meters and offers an exceptional panorama of the city: on one side, the coastline with the beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon and their perfect curves blessed by Christ the Redeemer, and on the other, Flamengo, downtown, the bay and, opposite, the city of Niteroi... Sugarloaf Mountain owes its name to the resemblance of its shape to a "sugarloaf", the form in which sugar was once presented. It was here that the brave Portuguese navigators arrived in January 1502, and, believing they had found the mouth of a river, named the site "River of January" or "Rio de Janeiro"! Optional: helicopter flight over the bay of Rio, an unforgettable experience. Return in the late afternoon to your hotel. Dinner at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

• day 3

  Colonial Rio

  

  Brazilian breakfast served at the hotel restaurant. Discovery of the colonial downtown of Rio. This architectural ensemble contrasts with business Rio and its modern districts: colonial churches, lively small shopping streets, old colonial houses from the 18th and 19th centuries. The visit is done on foot to better appreciate the unique atmosphere of the daily life of the Cariocas. Lunch at leisure. In the afternoon, visit of Santa Teresa and its famous little yellow tram. Dinner at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

• day 4

  On the way to the Southern Pantanal

  

  Brazilian breakfast served at the hotel restaurant. Flight to Campo Grande. Reception at the airport and transfer to the fazenda. Lunch not included, plan for a stop along the way. THE FINAL PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES WILL BE GIVEN TO YOU AT CHECK-IN. (Included activities: horseback riding, hiking, photo safari, motorboat excursion on the Aquidauana river, piranha sport fishing, night safari, cart ride) Clothing: bring comfortable shoes (including a pair of tennis shoes, mandatory for the horseback tour), flashlight, small waterproof backpack, sweater, k-way, towels, swimsuits, hat, long-sleeved t-shirt, pants (1 pair of jeans mandatory for horseback riding), shorts, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, medication. Dinner included. Overnight at the fazenda.

• day 5

  Activities at the fazenda

  

  Brazilian breakfast served at the fazenda. Included activities – full board Return to the fazenda at the end of the evening. Dinner included. Night at the fazenda.

• day 6

  Fauna and flora of the Southern Pantanal

  

  Brazilian breakfast served at the Fazenda. Included activities – full board Dinner included. Night at the fazenda.

• day 7

  Departure to Bonito.

  

  Brazilian breakfast served at the Fazenda. Before heading to Bonito, halfway, discovery of the Rio do Peixe. The Rio do Peixe site is located in one of the most beautiful natural settings in the region, with its clear rivers, stunning waterfalls, natural pools, small submerged caves, and zip line. At noon, the owner of the fazenda prepares a typical meal from the region. After lunch, Moacir, the owner, releases the parrots, monkeys, and toucans so you can feed them. Typical lunch included. Arrival in Bonito at the end of the afternoon. IMPORTANT: IN BONITO, WE ADAPT THE EXCURSIONS ACCORDING TO THE CLIENTS' CONDITIONS OR THE AGE OF THE CHILDREN. IT IS ALSO POSSIBLE TO PLAN DIVING (INTRODUCTORY OR FOR AMATEURS WITH PADI LICENSE, ETC.). Dinner at leisure. Overnight at the Pousada hotel.

• day 8

  The Blue Grotto

  

  Brazilian breakfast served at the hotel restaurant. In the morning, visit to the Blue Grotto (Gruta Azul): one of Bonito's legendary attractions, world-famous as a natural monument due to the bluish color of the water. We start the visit with a short 5-minute walk before descending 350 meters into the cave. There, you will discover crystal-clear, bluish water. Lunch included at the Sucuri River. In the afternoon, floating on the Sucuri River. This tour includes a visit to the source of the Sucuri River, after a pleasant 30-minute walk. You will receive a mask and snorkel. The guide will orient you in the water. Then, descent of the river for about 50 minutes (2 km). Dinner at your leisure. Overnight at the pousada.

• day 9

  The crystalline waters of Bonito

  

  Brazilian breakfast served at the hotel restaurant. THIS ACTIVITY CAN BE REPLACED BY ANOTHER (LIST OF ACTIVITIES ON REQUEST) In the morning, you will visit the Silver River (RIO DA PRATA). We will start the visit to the Olho de Agua river by crossing the rainforest, a true ecosystem. We may encounter toucans, monkeys, etc. Upon arriving at the river, you will be amazed by the clear and crystalline waters, extremely rich in plant life. You can even swim there! Lunch included. In the afternoon, visit to the parrot park (Buraco das Araras). Hike in a gigantic hole 500 meters in diameter and 124 meters deep, a place where red parrots and other birds build their nests. At the bottom of this valley, you will discover a lake and other reptiles. The fauna and flora will enchant you. Dinner at your leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

• day 10

  Foz do Iguaçu

  

  Brazilian breakfast served at the pousada's restaurant. Private transfer back to Campo Grande airport. Flight to Foz do Iguaçu. Welcome at the airport by our guide and private transfer to the hotel. Lunch and dinner at your leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

• day 11

  Iguaçu Falls, Argentine side

  

  Brazilian breakfast served at the hotel restaurant. Visit to the Iguaçu Falls in Argentina. The majority of the falls are located on Argentine territory. Four trails will allow you to discover them by getting as close as possible, right in the heart of the forest. The Argentine park has a small train that will take you to the start of the hiking trails to the falls. This same small train will take you to the walkways leading to the Garganta del Diablo ("Devil's Throat").

• day 12

  Iguaçu Falls, Brazilian side

  

  Brazilian breakfast served at the hotel restaurant. Brazilian side waterfalls (3 hours). You will have a better view of all the falls (3 km of waterfalls). Lunch at leisure. In the afternoon, Tropics Bird Park (1h30): discover magnificent birds from the region, in a park located in the heart of the tropical forest. It is one of the ecological sanctuaries that allows for ecotourism. You can see more than 900 birds of 150 different species, protected in large aviaries, scattered over 4 hectares. The tour is done on foot, in the middle of the forest, passing through the different aviaries. This path, about 1,000 meters long, offers a unique approach to the different species. Dinner at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

• day 13

  Departure

  

  Brazilian breakfast served at the hotel restaurant. Private transfer to Foz do Iguaçu airport for your international connection. If you wish to continue the trip or rest (beach resorts or other activities), I can suggest extending to Paraty, a charming colonial village about 4 hours by road from Rio. You can also plan a stay on Ilha Grande (beaches, beautiful hikes).