Description

Travel to South America and visit Brazil on a journey through its beautiful interior. Discover the heart and soul of Brazil as you travel from the dramatic setting of Rio de Janeiro past the thundering waters of Iguazu Falls and on to the startling array of wildlife in the Pantanal Wetlands. Experience the natural wonders and vibrant energy that this welcoming country is known for.

Highlights

• Experience Brazil's electric energy in Rio de Janeiro.
• Gaze into the gushing waters of the Iguazu Falls.
• Spot Brazil's wildlife in the Pantanal wetlands.
• Spend a night snoozing in a hammock.
• Sip caipirinhas in a Rio jazz bar.

Itinerary

Day 1 Rio de Janeiro

Bigger than life and beautiful to boot, Rio de Janeiro sits resplendent among mountains, rainforest and sea, and emits an energy that is irresistible to everyone who visits.

Days 2-3 Iguazu Falls

Foz do Iguazu is a largish city famed for being at the doorstep - along with Argentina and Paraguay - of the incredible Iguazu Falls.

Day 4 Bonito

Beautiful by name, beautiful by nature, Bonito is a small town set amongst a gorgeous landscape of emerald jungle and glassy, blue rivers simply teeming with life.

Days 5-6 Pantanal

The Pantanal is the largest wetlands in the world and is home to thousands of species of animals and plants, and its 210,00 sq km spreads through Brazil, Paraguay and Bolivia.

Days 7-8 Rio de Janeiro

With one of the greatest natural settings in the world, Rio de Janeiro shines with amazing beaches, misty mountains, lively neighbourhoods and a samba beat.

Group Size

Maximum of 12 travellers per group

Accommodation

Hammock, Hotel, Overnight bus

Transport

Bus, Overnight bus, Plane

Important notes

A single supplement is available on this trip. The single supplement is not available in Pantanal.Since the publication of the Latin America 2012 brochure the departure date of this trip has changed from Saturday to Friday.