Brazil, the fifth largest country in the world, has large stretches of unspoiled wilderness and a wealth of culture, from the architectural modernism of Oscar Niemeyer to the harmonies of Bossa Nova. It attracts revellers to the carnivals of Rio, Olinda and Salvador, beach bums to its sandy coastline, adventurers to its 60-plus pristine National Parks and adrenaline junkies seeking rare thrills like dune-driving in Ceará or rappelling in Cachoeira Grande.
Everyone has their favourite spot and I keep returning to Ouro Preto, one hour by bus from Belo Horizonte. Built during an 18th century goldrush and frozen in time, it is a living showroom of Brazilian baroque. Squat, two-storey colonial houses and large stuccoed public fountains provide the perfect backdrop for a string of stunning churches laden with gold and adorned with statues carved by the best masters of the Portuguese Empire. Every cobblestone here tells a captivating story.
A 17-day tour of Brazil focusing on South America's 'Big Five' - Brazilian Tapir, Giant Anteater, Maned Wolf, Giant River Otter and Jaguar - and other wildlife, visiting the stunning Paranaíba Headwaters National Park and the world famous wetlands of the Pantanal.
Brazil wildlife tour with three full days on the Rio Paraguay looking for Jaguars, Giant River Otters and a huge variety of resident wildlife on this bespoke safari
This is a wonderful trip which will take deep into the Pantanal, Brazil’s foremost wildlife destination. You’ll be in prime jaguar-spotting territory, so make sure you take your camera with you for some superb wildlife shots. You’ll be led by an English-speaking guide, who will help you understand and interpret the life of the Pantanal.
Ultimate South America Overland from Dragoman is an exhilarating holiday in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname. Available from 6 Oct 2020 to 27 Apr 2022 this 191 day trip costs from £10,940 and has a maximum group size of 22 persons.
A 16-day holiday in search of South America's iconic big cats, the Jaguar and the Puma, as well as other wildlife, amongst the stunning scenery of the Pantanal in Brazil and the Torres del Paine National Park in Chile.
Brazil wildlife holiday in the Pantanal, the best location in the world to photograph Wild Jaguars, with an extension to Canastra National Park to photograph Maned Wolves and Giant Anteaters.
There’s times when it’s appropriate to dip a toe in, and there’s times when it’s best to simply dive in headfirst
Three of the most uniquely Brazilian aspects of Brazil - Rio, the Amazon and the Pantanal!
A true expedition by nature of its long duration and some of the remote places we visit. Expect a degree of hardship, some long drives on rough roads, camping and cooking in extremes of climate, but in the process you will discover the real South America and meet people you would never otherwise encounter.
A one week cruise holiday along the Rio Negro in Brazil, with daily excursions in canoes, kayaks and on foot
