Located in South America, Brazil is a huge country stretching from the Amazon basin in the north to the Iguaçu Falls in the south. In this 8.5 million square kilometre territory, the landscapes are diverse and varied, offering a multitude of different ways to be amazed.
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro is Brazil's most iconic city. Famous for its Corcovado, its huge statue of Christ watching over the city, it also has many other assets. The city is a mix of beach and mountain, and it is also possible to get lost in the world's largest urban forest, the Tijuca Forest, or to stroll through more picturesque neighbourhoods, such as Santa Teresa.
Iguaçu Falls
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, these breathtaking waterfalls are over 80 metres high and are completely surrounded by rainforest. Here, flora and fauna abound and rainbows complete the landscape.
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Lençois Maranhenses Park
In this natural park, huge white sand dunes are sculpted by the wind, while several freshwater lagoons appear. As big as the city of São Paulo, the Lençois Maranhenses Park can be visited in a 4x4, while allowing for swimming or even kitesurfing.
The Costa Verde
This region runs along the Atlantic coast from Rio to São Paulo. Don't miss the fishing village of Trindade and its white sandy beaches, or the small town of Paraty and its colonial architecture.
Chapada Diamantina National Park
This natural park is located in the Bahia region and is dominated by high plateaus. It offers the opportunity to visit caves and to practice speleology. The intense blue of the Poço Azul underground cave, for example, is incredible. It is possible to bathe there, while the clarity of the water is almost dizzying!
Salvador de Bahia
Salvador de Bah ia has preserved its colourful colonial architecture. Here, Portuguese culture blends with African influences. The city's historic centre, Pelourinho, is even a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Amazon forest
Of course, it is impossible to visit Brazil without making a diversion to the Amazon rainforest. The flora and fauna here are particularly lush, while many areas remain unexplored. Some indigenous communities still make their homes here. The cities of Belém and Manaus are the starting points for many excursions.
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Ilha Grande
This is one of the 365 islands in the bay of Angra dos Reis. Accessible by ferry, it mixes the beach and the mountain, which allows you to snorkel as well as hike. You will also be seduced by its pretty little fishing villages.
The Pantanal
The Pantanal is the largest swamp in the world. It is famous for its pristine nature and offers the opportunity to observe many animals, such as monkeys, jaguars, toucans, parrots and even caimans. Some endangered species, such as the anteater, the tapir or the otter, have even taken up residence there.
Bonito
Finally, let's end our tour with the Bonito region, rich in caves and freshwater lagoons. Here, the landscape is reminiscent of the famous Mexican cenotes. It is possible to swim here or even raft in the Rio da Prata river.