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BRAZIL (NORTH): SEE AND EXPERIENCE ALMOST IT ALL IN 13 DAYS, 1ST CLASS CUSTOM TOURS

  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, Safari, Sun and Sand

  • Duration

    13 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English

Description

Embark on a journey through Brazil's cultural and natural wonders, starting in Salvador's Afro-Brazilian heritage. Next, explore colonial treasures in Porto de Galinhas and indulge in sandbar marvels and snorkeling adventures. Then, traverse the surreal landscapes of Lençóis Maranhenses National Park before culminating in the majestic Amazon rainforest, where encounters with pink dolphins and nocturnal wildlife await. Depart enriched by Brazil's diverse splendors.

Highlights
  • Amazon Cruises & Lodging Inside the Jungle
  • Flightseeing Over Mangrove Swamps & Desert Landscape
  • A Morning-to-Sunset Sand Dunes & Lagoons 4x4 Safari
  • Dune Bashing & Sand Boarding
  • A Visit to North Brazil's Party Island
  • Interacting with Pink Dolphins
  • A Guided Tour of 2 Famous Colonial Cities
  • Sailing to Impressive Natural Pools
  • Beach Clubs Surrounding Natural Pools
  • Buggy Riding on White-Sand, Tropical Beaches
  • Snorkeling in Clear Waters
  • Familiarizing with & Immersing in Culture
  • Day 1: Brazilian Heritage at its Richest expand_more
    • Our tour starts in Salvador.
    • Although many head to Bahia for its tropical coastline and tasty caipirinha drinks, the state’s most popular destination is undoubtedly its capital.
    • Salvador is home to Afro-Brazilian heritage at its richest:
      • deep-fried seafood
      • festive drum-pounding sounds
      • mystical religious ceremonies
      • dance
      • an artistic form of martial arts called capoeira.
  • Day 2: The North’s Hangout Hotspot expand_more
    • Today we make a day trip by boat from Salvador to Morro de São Paulo.
    • We explore this vibrant island by foot, visiting:
      • the fort
      • lighthouse
      • shops
      • beaches.
    • Free of cars, Morro de São Paulo is North Brazil’s hangout hotspot.
    • It has a vibe that puts everyone there in a good mood.
  • Day 3: Charming And Colorful Portuguese Architecture, Inviting Music And Authentic Cuisine expand_more
    • Before relocating by flight and then by land to the resort town of Porto de Galinhas, we explore Salvador some more.
    • This historic city is renowned for its crumbling yet nevertheless impressive Portuguese architecture.
    • Salvador serves as Brazil’s second most visited urban destination after Rio de Janeiro.
    • Today we are provided with a guided tour, exploring the sites and landmarks in depth.
    • UNESCO declared the old town a World Heritage Site in 1985.
    • Salvador is one of the oldest colonial cities in the Americas.
    • There is much to see and enjoy:
      • music blasting on the streets
      • authentic cuisine
      • charming squares
      • colorful buildings
      • and more.
  • Day 4: A Multicolored Sandbar, a Church Planted Right on the Beach, Snorkeling And Splitting the Ocean in 2 expand_more
    • As a day trip from Porto de Galinhas, we head south along the coast.
    • The first stop is a beach called Pontal de Maracaipe, where we see a multicolored sandbar.
    • Next is the beach of Praia dos Carneiros, with its landmark being a historic church located in the middle of a long and sandy beach.
    • Next is the beach of Praia Barra Grande, where we walk along sand that splits the ocean in two.
    • Lastly, we visit a beach called Pontal do Maragogi, where we take a boat ride out to the sea to see the natural pools, with snorkeling gear provided.
    • Note that some of today’s attractions and activities may need to be removed from the tour should the sea tides not be low enough.
  • Day 5: Buggy Riding on the Sand, Sailing to Natural Pools And a Colonial City’s Ambiance expand_more
    • In Porto de Galinhas:
      • Before relocating by flight and then by land to the fishing village of Jericoacoara, we do a couple of fun activities in Porto de Galinhas.
      • We take a sailboat (a.k.a. jangada) to a nearby natural pool and go buggy-riding on the beach.
      • Porto de Galinhas has been voted ‘Best Brazilian Beach’ for the eighth time in a row by the readers of Voyage And Tourism magazine.
    • In Olinda:
      • Before heading to the airport in Recife, we also visit the colonial city of Olinda.
      • Characterized by bright white churches, pastel-colored buildings, historic fountains, cobblestone streets, and squares, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is spread across several small hills overlooking Recife.
      • Olinda is one of Brazil’s three best locations to celebrate the world-renowned Carnival, along with Salvador and Rio de Janeiro.
    • Regarding the option to extend the tour:
      • On a side note, there's an option to extend this 13-day tour by 3 days to visit the island of Fernando de Noronha.
      • There is a direct flight there from Recife.
      • Fernando de Noronha is more of a ‘special interest’ kind of destination, with a handful of attractions suited for families looking for relaxation and surfers.
  • Day 6: Lagoons, Beach Clubs, a Romantic Sunset And Nightlife expand_more
    • Today, as an excursion from Jericoacoara by buggy, we follow the 'east route' in this specific order:
      • Prea Beach
      • Lagun Beach Club
      • Lagoa Paraiso (a.k.a. Paradise Lagoon)
      • Lagoa do Amancio (a.k.a. Loving Lagoon).
    • Evening activities:
      • In the evening, we walk to the ‘Por-do-Sol’ dune to watch the sunset over the ocean.
      • Later, we check out the nightlife, which is quite authentic.
  • Day 7: Wild Dunes, Sea Horses And a Place Like Nowhere Else on Earth expand_more
    • Leaving Jericoacoara, we are not taken directly to the hotel located in the town of Parnaíba.
    • Instead, we make several fun stops en route:
      • Driving literally along the beach, firstly we are taken to a dock.
      • There we get on a boat and search for sea horses.
      • Next, we take a ferry crossing to reach an indescribable place called Mangue.
      • There we see bizarre mangrove formations, swings, hammocks, and visitors making crazy poses.
      • After observing people enjoying themselves, we engage in sandboarding and dune bashing.
      • Next, we check out a lagoon called Lagoa de Torta.
      • We later visit Tatajuba Beach (a.k.a. Desert Beach) and then Camocim Beach.
      • Before reaching Parnaíba, we ride on some more sand dunes and make another ferry crossing at Coreau River.
  • Day 8: A Delta Voyage And Plenty of Exotic Coastline expand_more
    • Before relocating from Parnaíba to the town of Barreirinhas, we go on a boat cruise.
    • Lunch is included on today’s tour.
    • Barreirinhas serves as the gateway to Lençóis Maranhenses.
    • This national park receives as many as 60,000 visitors a year.
    • It includes 70 kilometers (43 miles) of coastline and an interior composed of rolling sand dunes.
    • From May through September, the valleys among the dunes are filled with freshwater lagoons.
  • Day 9: A Pilot's View Over a Truly Unique Park And a Dawn to Dusk 4x4 Tour expand_more
    • Our morning starts with a flightseeing tour over sand dunes and lagoons. This just may be our most unforgettable adventure while at Lençóis Maranhenses National Park.
    • The day continues with an adventurous morning-to-sunset 4x4 tour, checking out sand dunes and lagoons.
    • We also have time for swimming.
    • The lagoons in the park are often interconnected with one another, as well as with the rivers which run through the area.
  • Day 10: Desert Viewpoints by Boat And What an Incredible River expand_more
    • Before relocating by land to the city of Sao Luis, we explore Lençóis Maranhenses National Park some more.
    • We spend the day doing a boat tour.
    • The highlights are the river itself and the desert viewpoints.
    • Few places on Earth can be compared to the unique physical features of this eco-friendly destination.
  • Day 11: Welcome to the Jungle! expand_more
    • We relocate by flight from Sao Luis to the city of Manaus and then take a drive to our ecolodge.
    • Lodging in a vast rainforest is in itself an experience, as are going on river cruises to see wildlife.
    • We have saved the best for last, meaning spending our final days of this grand tour exploring the Amazon.
    • Note that virtually all meals are included by the ecolodge during our stay.
  • Day 12: Being Approached by Pink Dolphins, Spotting Creatures And a Night Cruise expand_more
    • The Amazon is the world’s most renowned rainforest for a good reason.
    • The highlights for today include:
      • Interacting with pink dolphins in their natural habitat
      • Spotting a variety of creatures in the jungle.
    • In the dark of night, we take a boat cruise in search of caimans and other wildlife.
  • Day 13: Our Tour Ends Today After Exploring the Amazon Some More expand_more
    • Transportation will be arranged for you to reach the airport in Manaus.
What's Included
  • International Airfare: For VIP members only (please inquire for details)
  • Lodging
  • English-Speaking Tour Guides
  • All Ground & Water Transportation
  • All Activities in Itinerary Below
  • Almost All Entry Fees
  • Your Own On-Call Concierge
  • Breakfasts
  • 3 Lunches
  • 2 Dinners
What's Excluded
  • Airfare
  • Alcohol
  • Travel insurance
  • Government-imposed visa fees
  • Frades Island entry fee
  • Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
What to bring
  • Attach a string or wrist wrap to your phone to latch onto your belt while in public to deter pickpockets.
  • Bring a lockable waterproof backpack to bring onto the boat.
  • Carry a waterproof case for your identification and credit cards when swimming.
  • Pack water shoes for various activities.
  • Bring a mask and motorcycle goggles to block dust while riding in the desert.
  • Carry an external charger for your phone, as electric outages in the Amazon are common.
  • Remember to bring adapters for your electronic devices.
Know before you go
  • Airfare is not included in the price, but we will assist in finding the exact flights needed upon request.
  • The quad ride in Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is not included, as quad owners do not accept payment from tour operators on riders' behalf. Payment is accepted only in cash upon arrival.
  • 1-2 Persons For One Room: $1,580
  • 3-4 Persons For Two Rooms: $3,160
  • 5-6 Persons For Three Rooms: $4,740
  • 7-8 Persons For Four Rooms: $6,320
  • 9-10 Persons For Five Rooms: $7,900
Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
The group size and price
1 To 1USD 2860 Per Group
2 To 2USD 5720 Per Group
3 To 3USD 8580 Per Group
4 To 4USD 11440 Per Group
5 To 5USD 14300 Per Group
6 To 6USD 17160 Per Group
7 To 7USD 20020 Per Group
8 To 8USD 22880 Per Group
9 To 9USD 25740 Per Group
10 To 10USD 28600 Per Group

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USD 2860 / group