One Week in Brazil

8 days
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Experience the best of Brazil on this epic adventure full of nature, nightlife and non-stop action. Get the party started in the urban jungle of Rio, salsa through to the pristine rainforests of Paraty and wind up, caipirinha in hand, on the idyllic beaches of Ilha Grande. With endless activities to choose from, you’ve got the freedom and flexibility at your ...

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • Leave the guidebook at home and get to know Rio with on orientation walk with your expert leader- they know where to find those hidden hot spots that won’t return a result on a search engine.
    • Party down with the locals in the streets of colonial Paraty, where Portugal meets Brazil, jungle meets sea and relaxation meets adventure.
    • Bliss out with two full days to explore the amazing island of Ilha Grande. With its virgin rainforests, blue lagoons and splendid beaches, you’d never imagine that it had such a treacherous pirate history!
    • Paddle through mangroves on a kayak, discover jungle and waterfalls on a jeep tour or explore some of Brazil’s breathtaking beaches – the options are endless during your free time in Paraty!
    • Explore the best of Brazil knowing that you’re in the safe and knowledgeable hands of your expert leader. They’re on hand to make sure you have a hassle-free, fun-filled adventure!

What's this trip about?

    Experience the best of Brazil on this epic adventure full of nature, nightlife and non-stop action. Get the party started in the urban jungle of Rio, salsa through to the pristine rainforests of Paraty and wind up, caipirinha in hand, on the idyllic beaches of Ilha Grande. With endless activities to choose from, you’ve got the freedom and flexibility at your fingertips to create your own experience in this slice of Brazilian paradise: samba dance on the streets of Lapa or paddle-board off the coast of Copacabana in Rio, hike through steamy jungles on or take a cocktail masterclass in Paraty, feel the salty sea breeze on a speed boat around Ilha Grande or simply flop and drop on some of the best beaches in the world – the choice is yours! With your legendary leader on hand to take the hassle out of travel, leave your guidebook at home and let the local expert share the secrets to this South American gem that not even Instagram knows about. What are you waiting for?

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Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
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Travel Themes

  • 18 - 30's

Destinations

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Rio de Janeiro

Bem-Vindos! Welcome to Brazil. The locals like to say that 'God made the world in six days, the seventh he devoted to Rio', and we tend to agree! In this vibrant city – set against the luminescent green of Guanabara Bay and surrounded by the slopes of Sugarloaf and Co...

Day 2-3 Paraty

This morning, you’ll join the locals on a bus from Rio to Paraty. It will take approximately 4 hours, so make sure you’ve charged your phone and have plenty of tunes to keep you going – or use this time to get to know your new friends, or the locals! The remainder of ...

Day 4 Ilha Grande

Today you’ll take a shared transfer to the port followed by a ferry to the incredible island getaway of Ilha Grande (approximately 5 hours in total). This island paradise of pristine beaches and rainforest was once a pirate’s lair, a leper colony and a prison for viol...

Day 5-6 Ilha Grande

Enjoy two full free days to explore Ilha Grande. With swimming, snorkelling, seafood and scenery for days, Ilha Grande has something for everyone and you’re sure to find your own slice of paradise here. Whether you want to hang out with your travel mates or go off and...

Day 7 Rio de Janeiro

Wave goodbye to the island life this morning as you board a boat to the small port of Mangaratiba, followed by a minivan back to Rio de Janeiro. (Approximately 3.5 hours) The rest of the day is free to explore or simply hit the beach and relax – perhaps rent a stand-u...

Day 8 Rio de Janeiro

There are no activities planned for today or accommodation included tonight, but that doesn’t mean that the fun has to end! If you’re looking for an active adventure that takes you off the beaten track, ask your leader about one of the incredible hiking tours availabl...

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Logistics

Accommodation

Hotel (7 nights)

Transportation & Flights

Private vehicle,Bus,Boat,

Transportation & flights

Private vehicle,Bus,Boat
Guides
All group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Intrepid endeavours to provide the services of an experienced leader however, due to the seasonality of travel, rare situations may arise where your leader is new to a particular region or training other group leaders. Your leader will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious, and social aspects. At Intrepid we aim to support local guides who have specialised knowledge of the regions we visit. If you were interested in delving deeper into the local culture at a specific site or location then your leader can recommend a local guide service in most of the main destinations of your trip.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory on all our trips for those travelling internationally. We require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. If you are travelling within your home country or region please confirm before travel that you are entitled to access the public medical system easily should an accident occur. We strongly recommend all travellers have a policy that also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage or personal effects. For international trips, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance and the insurance company's 24-hour emergency contact number has been sighted by your leader. If you have credit card insurance your group leader will require details of the participating insurer/underwriter, the level of coverage, policy number, and emergency contact number rather than the bank's name and your credit card details. Please contact your bank for these details prior to arriving in-country. Travellers who reside within the European Union or Switzerland receive basic international health insurance, so travel insurance is not mandatory under European Union Law. However, as this does not cover situations such as emergency rescues, private health care, or repatriation to their home country, comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. European Union or Swiss travellers who decline travel insurance when travelling outside of their home region must sign a Travel Insurance Waiver Form at the Group Meeting. For assistance with travel insurance or other services, please visit the link below: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/booking-resources/our-services
Visa requirements
If you receive an immigration card upon entry, please ensure you keep this safe as it may be requested at point of exit. For further information regarding country entry and exit fees, please refer to the 'Money Matters' section of this document.  BRAZIL: Australian, EU, Great Britain, Canadian, New Zealand, South African and US passport holders do not currently require a visa for Brazil. For all other nationalities please reconfirm your visa or entry requirements with the Brazilian consulate in your home country. If you are a passport holder of a country not listed above, you may require a visa for Brazil and this must be applied for before leaving your home country. You may need a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Brazil. Some airlines may want to see one when you leave.
Health & Safety
Most national governments provide regularly updated foreign travel advice on safety issues involved with international travel. We recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest travel information before departure and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all destinations and activities on your trip. Please refer to our website's safety page for links to major travel advisories and updates on safety issues affecting our trips here: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/travel-alerts We strongly recommend the use of a neck wallet or money belt while travelling, for the safe-keeping of your passport, flight tickets, cash and other valuable items. Leave your jewellery at home - you won't need it while travelling. Many of our hotels have safety deposit boxes, which is the most secure way of storing your valuables. A lock is recommended for securing your luggage. Your leader will accompany you on all included activities, however, during your trip you'll have some free time to pursue your own interests or relax and take it easy. While your leader will assist you with the available options in a given location, please note that any optional activities you undertake are not part of your Intrepid itinerary, and Intrepid makes no representations about the safety of the activity or the standard of the operators running them. Please use your own good judgement when selecting an activity in your free time. Please also note that your Leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if it's deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Intrepid's operational safety policies can be viewed on our website at the link below. We recommend that you take a moment to read through this information before travelling, and would appreciate any feedback on how safety is being managed on our trips. https://www.intrepidtravel.com/safety-guidelines PETTY THEFT AND PERSONAL SAFETY: While travelling there is always the risk of pick-pocketing and petty theft, particularly in the more touristy cities. We recommend that you exercise caution when walking alone at night and encourage you to walk together and only on main, well-lit thoroughfares. Be particularly vigilant on public transport. Simple measures like carrying your day pack on your front, not hanging your bag over the back of your chair or on the floor and wearing a money belt will reduce any chance that your valuables should go missing. MONEY WITHDRAWAL: In order to avoid fraud and theft, it is advisable that you withdraw money from ATMs located inside banks or guarded shops during business hours only. SEAT BELTS: Please be aware that local laws governing transportation safety may differ from those in your home country and not all the transport which we use is able to provide seat belts. FIRE PRECAUTIONS: Please be aware that local laws governing tourism facilities in this region differ from those in your home country and not all the accommodation which we use has a fire exit, fire extinguishers or smoke alarms.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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