south & central america
Rio de Janeiro is home to the world famous Copacabana beach, iconic Sugarloaf Mountain and the towering Christ the Redeemer statue, whilst the colourful Rio Carnival takes place each February or March.
Rich in biodiversity, the Amazon Rainforest is a must on any holiday to Brazil. Spend a few days in a jungle lodge or aboard an Amazon Cruise for fantastic wildlife viewing opportunities. The vast Pantanal Wetlands provides wonderful wildlife experiences including an opportunity to spot the elusive jaguar.
Straddling the border with Argentina lies the epic Iguassu Falls, and with a coastline stretching over 4,600 miles, Brazil also boasts a wide array of beaches; from deserted white sands to lively city beaches and from rocky coves to luxury resorts.
Trailfinders offers a range of Brazil holidays and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore Brazil on a private tour, multi centre holiday or a sociable guided small group adventure tour – they are the perfect people to ask.
Speak to a Brazil Holidays Expert
01 881 4983Order your Central & South America brochure
Sorry no address found, click here to enter manually
HOW TO GET AROUND BRAZIL
If you’d rather travel with a group then why not join a sociable guided small group adventure or guided group journey? Our multi centre options are great for combining your Brazil holiday with neighbouring Argentina or Peru for the ultimate South America itinerary.
OUR HOLIDAYS TO BRAZIL
Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular Brazil holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.
Beautiful Brazil
Brazil
14 days / 13 nights
Brazil in Style
Brazil
13 days / 12 nights
Wild Brazil
Brazil
13 days / 12 nights
Waters & Wildlife
Brazil
12 days / 11 nights
Brazil Beach Explorer
Brazil
16 days / 15 nights
Pure Brazil
Brazil
14 days / 13 nights
WHERE TO GO IN BRAZIL
Click on the tiles below the Brazil map for more details on each destination. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants?
Rio de Janeiro
Iguassu Falls
Brazilian Amazon
Pantanal Wetlands
Búzios
Paraty
Salvador
Bahia’s Beaches
Northern Beaches
OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN BRAZIL
What you won’t find here are thousands of Brazil hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
Rio De Janeiro
PortoBay Rio de Janeiro
Rio De Janeiro
Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge
Brazilian Amazon
Casa Caiman, Southern Pantanal
Pantanal
Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel
Iguassu Falls
Vila D'Este, Buzios
Buzios
WHAT TO DO IN BRAZIL
One day you might be marvelling at the stunning Iguassu Falls, the next enjoying the views from atop famous Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro. Experiences can be as diverse as exploring Paraty’s cobbled streets with a local guide or searching for a glimpse of the elusive jaguar in the Pantanal.
Our collection of unmissable experiences will really help bring your Brazil holiday to life.
Corcovado & Sugarloaf Mountain
- Discover the city’s 2 most famous landmarks
- Enjoy panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro and Guanabara Bay
Iguassu Falls Adventure
- Get a soaking under the spray of the falls on a thrilling jet boat ride
- Journey through the surrounding jungle by jeep
Helicopter Over Iguassu Falls
- Spectacular vistas of Iguassu Falls on a 10 minute flight
- Get a bird’s eye view high above the falls
Jaguar Experience at Caiman
- Search for the elusive jaguar in the wild
- Learn how the local team monitor these incredible big cats
Paraty Historical Walking Tour
- Discover the cobbled streets and whitewashed buildings of colourful Paraty
- Be regaled with tales of bygone era from this beautiful colonial town
Trancoso Beach Explorer
- Visit the gorgeous golden sands of Espelho Beach
- Enjoy a leisurely coast walk along the clifftop
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT BRAZIL?
The Amazon and Pantanal’s wet season runs from November/December to April/May when flooded waterways offers more opportunities for water based activities, whilst the dry seasons bring greater opportunities to see wildlife lazing along the riverbank.
For more information, take a look at our guide to the best time to visit Brazil.
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
NOV
DEC
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
NOV
DEC
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
NOV
DEC
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
NOV
DEC
Brazil Top Tips From Our Travel Experts
Elliott Fisher
The Friday night street party in Rio's Lapa district is an absolute must! It's sure to be a fun filled night of getting to know the friendly locals and dancing along to live samba beats.
Ciaran Brady
Take a few days to chill out on the stunning Ilha Grande. Make sure to get out and exlpore the island, taking a moderate trek from Abraao to the amazing Lopes Mendes Beach is a great little day out.
Dave Biffen
If visiting Iguassu Falls, consider upgrading to the fabulous Belmond Das Cataratas hotel. This historic property overlooks the Brazilian side of the falls, and gives unrivalled access to the site after hours. There's something very special about taking in one of the great natural wonders of the world with just a few squirrels for company....
Brazil Fast Facts
Tales from the Trail
Top tips and travel inspiration from the Trailfinders team
Work for Trailfinders
homeBook a Travel Centre Appointment
screen_shareBook a Virtual Appointment
Speak to a Travel Expert
We believe booking online is no substitute for one-on-one service. Between them our expert travel consultants have travelled to over 96% of the world's countries. As a result the service and advice they offer is second to none.
Our travel centres are currently closed
Our phone lines are open at the following times:-
Monday to Friday: 8am - 8pm (UK) : 9am-7pm (ROI)
Saturday & Bank Holidays: 9am - 6pm
Sunday: 10am - 6pm
For individual opening times please check your local travel centre
Submit an Enquiry
Request a call back from a Travel Expert at a time that suits you.
Your travel plans on the go
- View your up-to-date travel plans
- Book online & manage your account
- Flight details including baggage & seating
- Update your contact information
- Check visa & travel health requirements
- Access to E-Vouchers
- Trip Hub