Brazil Adventure Tour – Rio, Iguacu Falls and the Amazon Rainforest
11 Days - 10 Nights
- Based on Double Occupancy
Brazil Adventure Tour
Rio, Iguacu Falls and the Amazon Rainforest
Adventure tour to Brazil with Rio de Janeiro, Iguacu Falls and an Amazon River cruise aboard the M/V Desafio for 11D/10N starting at $5995.00 per person.
Experience the beating heart of Brazil on an unforgettable journey that combines the vibrant energy of its most iconic city with the breathtaking beauty of its natural wonders.
This adventure begins in Rio de Janeiro, a city where urban excitement meets stunning landscapes. Over four days, you’ll explore Rio’s legendary landmarks, from the majestic Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain to the panoramic views from Sugarloaf Mountain.
You’ll soak up the city’s rich culture as you visit historic downtown, the famous Sambódromo, and the legendary Maracanã Stadium, all while enjoying the luxurious hospitality of the Belmond Copacabana.
From the coastal allure of Rio, you’ll be transported to the powerful spectacle of Iguazú Falls. Here, you’ll witness one of the seven natural wonders of the world, a colossal curtain of water surrounded by a lush national park that is a UNESCO World Heritage site. You’ll spend two nights at the magnificent Belmond Das Cataratas, where the roar of the falls is your soundtrack.
The final leg of your journey takes you deep into the world’s largest rainforest, the Amazon. Board the M/V Desafio, a comfortable and intimate riverboat, for a multi-day cruise through the immense Anavilhanas archipelago. This is your opportunity to immerse yourself in the jungle’s mysteries, from navigating the river by motorized canoe and listening to the sounds of nocturnal wildlife to visiting local indigenous communities and searching for the rare pink river dolphins. This trip isn’t just about seeing Brazil—it’s about feeling its rhythm and connecting with its soul.
M/V Desafio Vessel & Cabin Details
The M/V Desafio is a classic 3-masted boutique motorized vessel designed for intimate, slow travel expeditions along the Rio Negro and Anavilhanas Archipelago.
- Capacity: Maximum 20 guests.
- Cabins: 10 fully air-conditioned suite cabins with private bathrooms.
- Logistics: Seamless direct boardings at the Manaus Tourist Pier (no long overland transfers required).
- Guiding: Expert naturalists with multilingual capabilities (English, Spanish, Portuguese).
Guaranteed Departures for 2026:
September: Sep 10
October: Oct 01 & Oct 22
November: Nov 12 & Nov 19
Day 1: Rio de Janeiro
Welcome to Rio! You will be met in the arrivals hall by your private guide and transferred to your Rio hotel.
Overnight Belmond Copacabana, daily breakfast included – 4 nights,
Day 2: Rio de Janeiro
Buffet breakfast served at the hotel restaurant. Departure from the hotel for a City Tour through the city. We will visit downtown, Sambódromo, Maracanã Stadium, among others interesting points. We will continue the tour to the Sugar Loaf, from where you have the most beautiful view of Guanabara Bay. Climb by cable car to the Urca Hill and then in a second one, the Sugar Loaf hill. Return to the hotel. Rest of the day free.
Day 3: Rio de Janeiro
Buffet breakfast served at the hotel restaurant. Departure from the hotel to Cosme Velho district, where the Corcovado train station is located. The train cuts the Tijuca Forest. We embark to reach of the top of the mountain and go up to the base of the statue. at 710 meters above sea level that was inaugurated in 1931. Free time to take pictures and enjoy the beautiful view. Return to the hotel. Rest of the day free.
Day 4: Rio de Janeiro
Free day at leisure.
Day 5: Rio de Janeiro – Iguacu
You will be met at your hotel and transferred to the airport for your flight to Foz do Iguacu.
Airport reception and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight Belmond Das Cataratas, daily breakfast included – 2 nights.
Day 6: Foz do Iguacu
Departure from the hotel to Brazilian Fall Tour, one of the most beautiful postcards in the world, located in Foz de Iguaçú, inside the Iguazú National Park. They are considered one of the seven wonders of the modern world and declared in 1986 by UNESCO, Natural Heritage of Humanity, the Park is one of the largest forest reserves in South America.
The visit begins at the visitor center, located at the entrance of Iguazú National Park distant 12 km from the Falls. In the Visitor Center is possible to find photo exhibitions of the Falls and the Park, a large souvenir house and a banking terminal. Return to the hotel. Rest of the day free.
Day 7: Iguacu – Manaus
Hotel pickup and transfer to the airport for your flight to Manaus.
Manaus Airport reception and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight Vila Amazonia (or similar), breakfast included.
Day 8*: M/V Desafio
At 1:30pm you will be transferred from the hotel to the Manaus Pier. Boarding the M/V Desafio at 2:00pm. Once on board, enjoy a welcome cocktail with snacks and drinks while your guide presents information about the Amazon, the boat and the details of the program for the next few days. We will start our navigation on the Anavilhanas, the largest river archipelago in the world. Dinner on board. At night, we can enjoy a motorized canoe ride for local recognition, an opportunity to listen to the sounds of the jungle.
*Desafio cruises depart on Thursdays, subject to availability
Day 9: M/V Desafio
At 05:30, departure to the sunrise in the jungle and the song of the birds in their diversity. Return to the boat for breakfast starting the navigation to the indigenous community ‘Terra Preta’, in our motorized canoes, whose visit is an opportunity to know the way of life and the habits of the Indians .
Return to the boat and lunch on board. Start of navigation with destination to the community ‘Jaraqui’. Arriving in this village, embark in our motorized canoes along the river. Arrive and walk to see the regional flora and fauna, drink water from a vine (local plant) and listen to the echo produced by the immense Amazonian trees . Return to the boat. Dinner on board and overnight. (Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day 10: M/V Desafio
Breakfast, and continuation of navigation to the village of Acajutuba. On the way, in the floating station for interaction with the pink colored dolphins and feed the famous Arapaima (size gan fish). Lunch on board.
We will continue navigating along the Río Negro and the Solimões River border, to reach the “Meeting of the Waters”, where the Rios Negro and Solimões come together to form the Great Amazon River, then we will continue for another exciting experience – The fishing of piranhas -. Dinner. A canoe trip along the streams in search of alligators and other nocturnal animals with lanterns.
Day 11: Departure
Tropical breakfast on board, Explore the river to see the giant and beautiful victoria-regia, floating plant of the waters of the Amazonas, while we continue our navigation back to the city of Manaus, arriving at 11 o’clock. Disembark. Transfer to the Manaus airport.
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