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Experiences you have as you travel often hold the longest memories. As part of their research trips, our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know Brazil, and the best local guides. These activities reflect some of their best-loved experiences.
Fishermen fish from dug out canoes, locals collect shellfish at low tide, schooners lie at anchor, all protected by the famous Bonfim church, one of the most important churches of pilgrimage in Brazil and deeply syncretised with the Candomblé.
The finest overall view of the falls is from the Brazilian side, as it is said that 'Argentina puts on the show and Brazil enjoys the view'.
Travel through the dense raninforest to Iguacu Falls, where you get to experience the waterfalls close up.
Visit some of the following lakes: Lagoa Esperança, Lagoa Bonita and Lagoa Azul where you will have the opportunity to swim in the turquoise waters and relax on the white sands.
Cachoeira da Fumaça is one of the most impressive waterfalls in Brazil, with a magnificent drop of 400 meters. In the driest part of the year the water doesn't actually reach the bottom, evaporating into 'fumaça' - smoke, on the way down.
Take a walking tour up and down the steep and cobbled streets of Ouro Preto, a masterpiece of colonial architecture.
Stroll along a beautiful shoreline pedestrian path, popular with walkers and joggers. This is followed by a weaving hike up a trail with wonderful views of Rio's bay followed by a short (approximately 25m) but challenging section of rock climbing.
The Maracanã football stadium was built in 1950 for the World Cup and is the biggest stadium of its kind, holding at one point, before terraces were converted to seating, more than 200,000 fans.
There is no other place in Rio that embodies the 'alegria' or happiness of the Brazilian people more than the nightlife scene in the neighborhood of Lapa.
Pass the beaches of Redinha and Genipabu, one of the most sought-after beaches in Brazil. Here you take a tour of its spectacular sand dunes, you may also come across some secluded lagoons, perfect for a cooling dip!
The Amazon Clipper Premium offers spacious cabins with lower beds and inviting public spaces, but is small enough to dock at remote spots and cruise to hidden locations due to the shallow draft of only three feet.
The beaches are an excellent place to watch cariocas jogging, strutting and walking their poodles in the sunshine. You set the pace and if there is time you will also be able to circle the Lagoa before returning to your hotel.
The city tour will visit the most interesting points of the Brasília including some of the residential neighborhoods, initially built for government workers then sold off privately.
