Top Brazil Nature Walks in 2026

The departure to the boarding point starts at 8:20 AM, with times that may vary depending on the distance to the meeting spot. After boarding the speedboat, we will navigate the river for about 40 minutes until we reach the village of Vassouras, known for its deep lagoons during the rainy season and the presence of playful capuchin monkeys. Next, we head to the village of Mandacaru, where you can climb the Preguiças Lighthouse and enjoy a spectacular panoramic view. There are also craft shops, as well as caipirinhas and ice creams with typical regional flavors. Finally, the tour ends at Caburé Beach, a sand peninsula bordered by the river on one side and the sea on the other. Lunch will be at one of the beach’s restaurants. The return usually starts around 2:30 PM, with an expected arrival at 3:30 PM.

Enjoy an exclusive visit to the legendary Maracanã Stadium, a true temple of football. Walk through historic corridors, step inside the locker rooms adorned with iconic jerseys, and feel the energy of the pitch where unforgettable matches took place. This private guided tour gives you access to the stadium’s museum, filled with football memorabilia and tributes to legendary players like Pelé and Zico. Discover behind-the-scenes areas, hear fascinating stories, and immerse yourself in Brazil’s passion for the beautiful game — all with the personalized attention of your own expert guide.

Combine visits to Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains, two must-sees in Rio, on this full-day tour. Ride the Sugar Loaf cable car overlooking Guanabara Bay and see the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado. Stop at the Selaron Steps and refuel midday with a barbecue lunch. Round-trip transportation from most Zona Sul hotels via van.

Explore Iguazu Falls in Brazil and Argentina on a full-day guided tour with private shuttle service.

Explore the charming, cosmopolitan town of Búzios on this full-day trip from Rio de Janeiro. During this 13-hour outing, stroll through the center of Búzios on a guided tour to get oriented, then spend free time discovering the former fishing village's charms on your own. Opt to take a 2-hour cruise offshore which stops at several idyllic spots for swimming and relaxing. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels and a buffet lunch is provided.

Travel to the Argentinian side of Iguazu Falls on this full-day trip from Foz do Iguaçu. With a local guide, admire the falls from the other side, crossing the border at the infamous Devil's Throat. Explore the Upper Circuit and Lower Circuit as well, listening to engaging commentary from your local guide along the way. You must have a valid passport to participate in this tour. Round-trip transportation from Foz do Iguaçu hotels is provided.

In this tour you will have the opportunity to visit one of the most famous favelas in Rio de Janeiro, experience the residents' cotiano and enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the city

Escape the bustling streets of Rio de Janeiro and explore some lesser-known beaches on this full-day excursion. Depart the city and head to an environmentally protected area to explore the beaches of Grumari, Prainha, and Pontal. Enjoy free time on each beach to relax, explore, and soak up the warm sun.

See the Sanctuary and Iracema waterfalls on this day trip to the area surrounding Presidente Figueiredo, a small town north of Manaus. Enjoy the beauty of the Amazon Rainforest on the drive, and learn about the native wildlife and plants from your local guide as you admire the waterfalls and explore the area around the Urubui River. You’ll also enjoy a Brazilian lunch at a local restaurant. This full-day tour is a great way to see the natural beauty surrounding Manaus!

Visit the incredible Burle Marx Site, one of the most important collections of tropical and semi-tropical plants in the world. Also make a stop at a Cachaça distillery to learn how the famous Brazilian drink is made. Then, enjoy a visit to a local beach with free time to swin or, if you are more into history and culture, visit some more museums.

Guarantee easy roundtrip travel from Vila do Abraão to Lopes Mendes on board a comfortable schooner shuttle. Once you arrive you have the option to explore up to four beaches and a network of nature trails near Lopes Mendes at your own pace. This tour duration is flexible, ranging from five to eight hours depending on your selected departure times.

Come learn more about the origin of samba, carnival, capoeira, and African-based religions. To know stories like those of Tia Ciata, Mercedes Batista, and Hilário Jovino. To understand everything that happened in our history of slavery that explains a lot about modern-day Rio de Janeiro. To truly know a country, or a city, it is necessary to know its history. And the best way to learn about history is by walking where it happened. During the tour, you will learn and reframe the history of Rio and Brazil while appreciating the beauties of the Center, in a relaxed way. At the end of the tour, you will create a unique connection and vision of the city that you could never achieve without a guide. An environmentally sustainable tour that passes through the most important places in the historic center.

The Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro and Tijuca Forest are indispensable stops for nature lovers—but visiting both sights in a single day is tricky with limited time to spare. Ideal for time-pressed travelers looking to escape the bustle of the city, this easy, hassle-free combo tour whisks you between both attractions by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, with a guide on hand to offer explanations and point out the best photo spots.

The Museum of Tomorrow is a different science museum. A space built on the ethical pillars of Sustainability and Coexistence, which explores the time of profound changes in which we live and the possible paths for the next 50 years. The Tour takes place twice a day, in the morning and in the afternoon.

Visit Sugarloaf Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue oin one day, without having to book two separate tours, with this handy package. Meet up with your group at one of a handful of convenient locations and head to the Urca neighborhood for a morning of exploration, all led by a local guide who knows the lay of the land.

Visit the significant landmarks and highlights of Vila Velha during this 6-hour day trip from Curitiba. Following your local guide, walk through the unusual sandstone formations in Vila Velha State Park and learn about the natural history of the area. See Lagoa Dorada, or the Golden Lake, so-named for the way the sun glints off its waters. Visit the Furnas Dam, one of Brazil's larger hydroelectric dams. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from Curitiba hotels is included.

Embark on an unforgettable journey to the Right Whale Coast with a comfortable transfer from Florianópolis and an expert bilingual guide. In Imbituba, you will discover the calm bays that serve as natural nurseries (berçários) where right whale mothers give birth and nurse their calves. First, visit the Right Whale Conservation Center alongside a local monitor and step back in time at the historic Museu da Baleia, South America's last 18th-century whaling station. Next, visit the Mirante da Praia do Porto for a historical talk connecting the port to the whaling era. Then, enjoy a short hike to the observation deck at Ribanceira Beach. This is our main stop: we will gather on shore to observe the whales in their most important nursery, using our guide’s professional binoculars. Finally, savor a delicious, typical lunch at a charming restaurant by the sea and unwind on the beach before heading back to Florianópolis. Join us to experience this magical marine sanctuary!

Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is known for its stunning dune and lagoon scenery, remote coastline, and road-free landscapes, all of which make it difficult to explore on your own. Explore the area with ease on this 3-day small-group trek from Barreirinhas, which takes care of travel with 4WD transportation, plus accommodations, meals, and a guide for a seamless and safe experience.

This experience blends an iconic Rio sunrise viewpoint with a refreshing hike to a hidden waterfall in the Atlantic Forest. We start before sunrise with transport included, heading to a scenic lookout to watch the city light up over mountains, ocean, and skyline. A light breakfast is served so you can relax and take photos. After sunrise, we continue by van to the forested area where the hike begins. A short tropical trail leads through lush nature to a beautiful waterfall. At the waterfall, you’ll have time to swim, relax on the rocks, and enjoy the calm, natural pools surrounded by greenery—an escape from the city and a chance to connect with nature. Afterward, we hike back down and return by transport. For those who want, there’s an optional stop at a local restaurant to finish the morning. by@rioexplore

With Local Guide, we offer a unique and immersive experience in the heart of the two best-known Favelas in Rio de Janeiro. This unique journey promises a deeper understanding of the favelas. Book your Tour and Come

We are going to visit one of the most beautiful places in Rio. We are going to do a 50 minutes hike to reach the top of the Dois Irmãos mountain. One of the most beautiful views of Rio de Janeiro, and then we are going to visit the Vidigal favela. We are going to take some awesome pictures, and have a lot of fun with locals guides that are going to show you the real Rio! IMPORTANT: for children. Child 0 to 5 years old, pay 50%, and 6 years begin to pay 100%

Explore Brazil’s largest favela with a local Guide who lives the reality of the community. On this authentic tour of Rocinha, you’ll walk through the alleys, learn inspiring stories, see urban art, social projects and a side of the River that many tourists don’t know. All with safety, respect and information. Discover how the favela is a place of culture, resistance and welcoming. A transformative experience with amazing landscapes, genuine smiles and a real look at Rio de Janeiro. Support conscious tourism and bring with you memories that go beyond photos. “I am Rodrigo, local Guide and resident of Rio. I created this experience to show the human, strong and cultural side of the Rocinha favela, the largest in Latin America.”

A tour accompanied by a full-time guide, comfort, safety, and with the right to many laughs, adventures, memory of striking moments in the life of each person.

This tour will be lead by well experienced guides, passioned for what we do. We have preference to go across the border in a fast lane for tourism vehicles.