Brazil Expedition
15 Days
from
$6100*
Highlights:
Brazil
(Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguaçu, Pantanal, Brasília, Manaus, Porto de Galinhas)
Trip Start/End:
Rio de Janeiro
/
Recife
For anyone who has dreamed of seeing the real Brazil- look no further! Our Expedition tour allows you to get off the beaten path an experience the true beauty Brazil has to offer. Explore the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro and admire the modern and historical areas of the city. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views from the famous Christ the Redeemer statue at Corvocado mountain after experiencing the lush jungle landscapes of Sugar Loaf Mountain area. Relax on your domestic flight to Iguazu Falls before being met at the airport and transferred to your comfortable accommodation in this stunningly beautiful part of the world. Enjoy a guided tour of the Brazilian and Argentinean Waterfalls and take part in any number of optional activities before you fly north to the Pantanal (Brazil wetlands). Here, you will have the opportunity to see amazing flora and fauna with experienced guides, who have expert eyes to point out those camouflaged in the wetland forest. Travel to the nation’s capital Brasilia, for a brief stay. The next day fly further north to Manaus- the gateway to the Amazon Rainforest. Transfer to your lodge for a three-night excursion, to view and learn about various wildlife and plant life. Fly to Recife to soak up the sun and be enchanted by the sandy beaches with warm green waters!
Note: A valid passport is required for all American or Canadians citizens, including children, intending to visit Brazil. It is recommended that your passport be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your expected departure from the country. There have been cases where citizens were refused entry for not having the six-month validity. In addition, all Americans & Canadians are required to have a valid Brazilian Visa prior to their arrival in Brazil, and the visa must be used within 90 days of issuance. Otherwise, they will be refused entry into the country. For other nationalities it is the traveler's responsibility to check with the Embassy of the Federative Republic of Brazil and its consulates for up-to-date information.
Overview
| Day | Activities | Hotel |
- Day 1
- Rio de Janeiro
| - Meet and Greet
- Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Guide/Driver
- NOTE: Brazilian Visa is mandatory (not included)
- Lunch (not included)
- Dinner (not included)
| Mar Ipanema Hotel Superior (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
Alt: Porto Bay Rio Internacional (superior) Alt: Astoria Palace (deluxe)
|
- Day 2
- Rio de Janeiro
| - Breakfast (included)
- Private - Sugarloaf & Corcovado (with Lunch) - Vehicle/Driver/Guide
- Continuation of day tour
- Dinner (not included)
| Mar Ipanema Hotel Superior (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
Alt: Porto Bay Rio Internacional (superior) Alt: Astoria Palace (deluxe)
|
- Day 3
- Rio de Janeiro - Foz do Iguaçu
| - Breakfast (included)
- Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Guide/Driver
- Air - Rio de Janeiro - Foz do Iguaçu [Direct (2 hr) ] - Economy
- Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Driver
- Private - 1/2 d Brazilian Side (Cataratas hotel) - Vehicle/Guide/Driver
- Dinner (not included)
| Bourbon Cataratas Resort Superior Garden View (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 4
- Foz do Iguaçu
| - Breakfast (included)
- Private - Argentine Side (6 hrs) - Vehicle/Guide/Driver
- Lunch (not included)
- Continuation of day tour
- Dinner (not included)
| Bourbon Cataratas Resort Superior Garden View (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 5
- Foz do Iguaçu - Cuiaba - Pantanal
| - Breakfast (included)
- Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Driver
- Air - Foz do Iguaçu - Cuiaba [via Sao Paulo (7.5 hr)] - Economy
- Pousada Rio Mutum (Shared Transfer)
- Cuiaba Airport to Riu Mutum
- Dinner (included)
| Pousada Rio Mutum Standard (3N) (B,L,D)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 6
- Pantanal
| - Breakfast (included)
- Pantanal Local Villages
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
| Pousada Rio Mutum Standard (3N) (B,L,D)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 7
- Pantanal
| - Breakfast (included)
- Chacororé Bay Cruise - Boat
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
| Pousada Rio Mutum Standard (3N) (B,L,D)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 8
- Pantanal - Cuiaba - Brasília
| - Breakfast (included)
- Transfer to Cuiaba
- Cuiaba Airport
- Air - Cuiaba - Brasília [Direct (2.5 hrs)] - Economy
- Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Driver
- Dinner (not included)
| Naoum Plaza Hotel Standard Room (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 9
- Brasília - Manaus
| - Breakfast (included)
- Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Driver
- Air - Brasília - Manaus [Direct (1 hr)] - Economy
- Shared Transfer to Amazon EcoPark Lodge
- Amazon Ecopark Day 1 (4 Day/3 Night)
- Dinner (included)
| Amazon Ecopark Jungle Lodge Standard 4D/3N (B,L,D)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 10
- Manaus
| - Breakfast (included)
- Amazon Ecopark Day 2 (4 Day/3 Night)
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
| Amazon Ecopark Jungle Lodge Standard 4D/3N (B,L,D)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 11
- Manaus
| - Breakfast (included)
- Amazon Ecopark Day 3 (4 Day/3 Night)
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
| Amazon Ecopark Jungle Lodge Standard 4D/3N (B,L,D)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 12
- Manaus - Recife - Porto de Galinhas
| - Breakfast (included)
- Amazon Ecopark Day 4 (4 Day/3 Night)
- Shared Transfer to Manaus
- Air - Manaus - Recife [Connecting Brasilia (7.5 hr)] - Economy
- Transfer - Private - Recife - Porto de Galinhas - Vehicle/Guide
- Dinner (not included)
| Village Porto de Galinhas Standard (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 13
- Porto de Galinhas
| - Breakfast (included)
- Optional Activities
- Lunch (not included)
- Dinner (not included)
| Village Porto de Galinhas Standard (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 14
- Porto de Galinhas
| - Breakfast (included)
- Optional Activities
- Lunch (not included)
- Dinner (not included)
| Village Porto de Galinhas Standard (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 15
- Porto de Galinhas
| - Breakfast (included)
- Transfer - Private - Porto de Galinhas - Recife - Vehicle/Driver
| Depart (Int`l Airport)
|
| B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive |
Trip Itinerary
Christ the Redeemer
Mar Ipanema Hotel
Day 1: Rio de Janeiro
Upon arrival you will be met by our local representative who will help you locate your vehicle.
Meet your personal driver and guide for an airport transfer in Rio de Janeiro.
A valid passport is required for all American or Canadian citizens, including children, intending to visit Brazil. It is recommended that your passport be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your expected departure from the country. There have been cases where citizens were refused entry for not having the six-month validity. In addition, all Americans & Canadians are required to have a valid Brazilian Visa prior to their arrival in Brazil, and the visa must be used within 90 days of issuance. Otherwise, they will be refused entry into the country.
Accommodation: Mar Ipanema Hotel
This Rio De Janeiro hotel is 700 meters from Ipanema Beach, 800 meters from Leblon Beach, and 1.2 kilometers from the Platforma Theatre. Avenida Atlantica is 4.8 kilometers away. Mar Ipanema Hotel offers a bar and a restaurant as well as room service. Breakfast is complimentary each morning. Guestrooms at Mar Ipanema Hotel include minibars, refrigerators, hair dryers, in-room safes, and TVs with premium cable channels. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.
Famous Christ Statue
Day 2: Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy a full day private excursion with your own vehicle, professional driver and English speaking guide visiting Corcovado and Sugarloaf. After being picked up from your hotel, you can enjoy a Panoramic city tour by car, passing by the main monuments such as Sambódromo, the Metropolitan Cathedral, Cinelandia Square with its Municipal Theatre, National Library and the Fine Art Museum, to name but a few. Arriving at the Sugar Loaf, you can take a cable car to get to the summit where you will have one of the most fantastic panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro. From here, the stop on the tour is Cosme Velho district, a traditional neighborhood in the Southern part of Rio de Janeiro which houses the picturesque Largo do Boticário - a small square enclosed by several neo-colonial style houses, built in the 1920s. (The houses were constructed using materials from much older buildings in the city's Centro district which had been demolished). Here, you can take a train up to the Corcovado Mountain, through the Atlantic rainforests of Tijuca to see the famous Christ The Redeemer statue and admire the fantastic panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro below. Before returning to the hotel, you will be taken for a visit to São Conrado beach to observe the famous hang gliders flying over the beach. You will no doubt enjoy the hosted lunch during the day and at day's end, having seen all of the sights; you will be brought back to your hotel.
Accommodation: Mar Ipanema Hotel
Iquazu Falls - Brazilian Side
Bourbon Cataratas Resort Exterior
Day 3: Rio de Janeiro - Foz do Iguaçu
Meet your personal driver and guide for an airport transfer in Rio de Janeiro.
Relax on your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Foz do Iguacu. Flight time is typically 2 hours and prices are subject to changes based on availability.
Enjoy a private airport transfer with private vehicle and professional driver.
Enjoy a private half day guided tour of the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls. After being picked up from your hotel, a scenic drive takes you through Iguassu National Park along the Cataratas Highway that leads to the border between Brazil and Argentina. Here, the river drops into a breathtaking canyon. You can descend a walkway and gaze at both sides of the falls and stop at the elevator to ride to the Brazilian side lookout point. Fantastic scenic and photographic opportunities abound, and your expert English speaking Guide will provide an educational and fun tour. At the end of the tour you will be brought back to your hotel in Iguazu.
Accommodation: Bourbon Cataratas Resort Ideally located in a spectacular setting right on the Brazilian border that joins Argentina and Paraguay, Bourbon Cataratas Resort offers a multitude of land and space for travelers to wander. Bourbon Cataratas is surrounded by lush, tropical gardens. The tastefully decorated 299 guestrooms and 13 suites are comfortable and clean, embracing a North American style in decor. Each room and suite has a private balcony, cable TV and bathrooms with a bath and shower. It offers a variety of activities that can be enjoyed by all, including 2 swimming pools, a tennis court, and Kids Club. For relaxation there is a day-spa with massage services and sauna. The resort also offers a variety of restaurants and bars serving local and international cuisines.
Iguazu falls
Day 4: Foz do Iguaçu
Enjoy a fun packed, full day shared tour exploring the Argentine side of Iguazu falls. After being picked up at your hotel, you will be transferred into the subtropical jungle in the company of your Guide and Driver to view one of the seven Wonders of the World: the Iguassu Falls, formed by the spectacular fall of more than two hundred cascades. The falls are protected within the Iguassu National Park, an expanse of 67,500 hectares and which was created with the objective of conserving the splendid frame of the surrounding subtropical jungle. There is plenty of walking throughout the day as you explore the area as well as a chance to see the handmade products of the Maca Paraguayan ethnic tribe. Take the Jungle Ecological Train to Devil’s throat station and enjoy the 15 minute train ride going by the shore of the fabulous Iguazú River and discover the silent inhabitants such as the majestic yacarés. Disembarking the train, your Guide will accompany you on the footbridge of 1,100 mts over the Iguazú River while they explain the bird diversity found in these parts such as condors and other wildlife as well as the Garganta del Diablo waterfall. Enjoy the wonderful views as you continue on your hike through the jungle passing other waterfalls. This is where the Mission movie was filmed. Enjoy a wonderful Argentine barbeque lunch, before continuing walking to see an incredibly panoramic view of the lower area of this wonderful stage. At the end of the day you will be returned to your hotel.
Accommodation: Bourbon Cataratas Resort
Pantanal
Pousada Rio Mutum
Day 5: Foz do Iguaçu - Cuiaba - Pantanal
Enjoy a private airport transfer with private vehicle and professional driver.
Fly from Foz do Iguacu to Cuiaba connecting in Sao Paulo. Flights are subject to availability. Total travel time is approximately 7.5 hours.
Reception and assistance upon your arrival at Cuiaba Airport. A shared transfer will take you to the Pousada Rio Mutum, passing through the small village of Mimoso, where Candido Rondon was born.
Upon arrival you will be transferred to the Pousada Rio Mutum, passing through the small village of Mimoso, where Candido Rondon was born. Once you arrive at the Pousada enjoy a welcome drink and get ready for a delicious dinner at the lodge. After dinner the facilities of the Pousada as well as the programs for the next days will be presented.
Accommodation: Pousada Rio Mutum The Pousada do Rio Mutum - Pantanal Lodge is located in the municipal district of Barão de Melgaço, one of the most beautiful regions of Mato Grosso´s Pantanal. There are 22 cotrages that are like apartments around the park area and a restuarant with varied regional menu. In this ecological paradise the sound of the birds at dawn, the enchantment of the waters, the blue sky, the breathtaking sunset, horseback riding through the forests and wetlands, trails totally immersed in nature, flights of birds, Brazilian otters playing by the river, and alligators enjoying the sun will give guests an unique and unforgettable moments.
Pantanal
Day 6: Pantanal
After breakfast enjoy an ecological hiking tour through the wilderness of the Pantanal, visiting some settlements of the native “caboclos” with their palm thatched huts. The native's hospitality will provide you with an great impression of their lives together with a very stimulating drink of genuine “guarana”. Lunch at the lodge. After lunch, enjoy a horseback ride through typical Pantanal landscapes. Reception at a Fazenda which is situated at lake Sia Mariana, awaiting the sunset here. From here, you will return back to the lodge by boat. On the way back there is an opportunity to do some Piranha fishing.
Accommodation: Pousada Rio Mutum
Chacororé
Day 7: Pantanal
After breakfast, enjoy a boat ride until you reach a “corixo”, where a walking trail will begin. This trail will go to the Chacororé Bay that expands for more than 15 km. Lunch is served at the lodge, and in the afternoon a ride by vehicle or boat will take you to the Mutum River for a photographic safari of a practically unexplored area of the river, with a boat ride to observe as much of the Pantanal life as possible.
Accommodation: Pousada Rio Mutum
Brasília
Naoum Plaza Hotel
Day 8: Pantanal - Cuiaba - Brasília
After breakfast return to the Cuiaba Airport.
Enjoy a shared transfer to the Cuiaba airport.
Fly direct from Cuiaba to Brasilia. Flights are subject to availability. Total travel time is approximately 2.5 hours.
Enjoy a private airport transfer with professional driver from Airport/Hotel or vice versa
Accommodation: Naoum Plaza Hotel The Naoum Plaza Brasilia offers sophisticated and luxurious premises. It has customized and excellent service. There are 174 rooms available. It has floors exclusively reserved for non-smoker guests. The hotel offers a Fitness Center, sauna, swimming pool, beauty parlor, business center and broad band internet. Outstanding attraction of the hotel is the Falls restaurants. The staff at the Naoum Plaza Brasilia will make sure the guests stay in the city is perfect.
Manaus
Amazon Ecopark Lodge Exterior
Day 9: Brasília - Manaus
Enjoy a private airport transfer with professional driver from Airport/Hotel or vice versa
Fly from Brasilia direct to Manaus. Flights are subject to availability. Total travel time is approximately 1 hour.
Arrival in Manaus. Pick-up at 1:30 pm and transfer to the Amazon Ecopark Jungle Lodge.
Check-in and welcome drink after which guests will be shown to their rooms. Dinner and an evening tour by canoe for some Alligator spotting.
Accommodation: Amazon Ecopark Jungle Lodge The Amazon Ecopark Jungle Lodge is situated in the Amazon Rainforest along the Tarumã River. The lodge is not just a place to stay, but a place to experience the most enthralling side of Brazil. The lodge has 64 comfortable apartments that are divided into 20 wooden bungalows and one concrete bungalow. It offers a large open air reception area with a bar, handicraft and convenience boutique, an open air, thatched roof restaurant, 4 natural bathing pools and a private beach. There are several fresh water streams, jungle trails with diverse vegetation, including virgin forests, natural savannas, and creeks for canoeing. This allows guests to have the opportunity to view different bird species, giant tress, exotic orchids, medicinal plants and so much more.
Natives
Day 10: Manaus
Breakfast followed by a nature hike. Lunch will be served afterwards. After a short rest, visit the home of local Amazonian residents or "natives", followed by a canoe tour with opportunity to do some fishing. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Accommodation: Amazon Ecopark Jungle Lodge Day 11: Manaus
Start your morning with breakfest. Afterwards will be a visit to the Monkey Forrest. Lunch will be served afterwards. You will proceed on a cruise trip to discover local flora and fauna in the beautiful rainforest. Dinner. Overnight spent at the Lodge.
Accommodation: Amazon Ecopark Jungle Lodge
Porto de Galinhas
Village Porto de Galinhas
Day 12: Manaus - Recife - Porto de Galinhas
Breakfast, followed by check-out at 8:00 am.
Enjoy a shared transfer from the Amazon EcoPark Lodge to Manaus.
Fly from Manaus to Recife, connecting in Brasilia. Flights are subject to availability. Total travel time is approximately6.5 hours.
Enjoy a private transfer from Recife to Porto de Galinhas with professional driver.
Accommodation: Village Porto de Galinhas The Village hotel is located along the beautiful beach of Porto de Galinhas- 60km away from Recife's airport. They are a hotel with contemporary architecture in complete harmony with nature and with the generous coconut grove that embraces them. Their charming tropical gardens are rich in various beautiful flowers as well allow the titi monkeys to climb down the coconut trees to eat fruit out of your hands!
Porto de Galinhas
Day 13: Porto de Galinhas
Enjoy your time at leisure with the opportunity to do some optional activities. Swimming in the ocean, heading to the town for a bit of shopping or to check out some local restaurants are all a great way to see the area. If lounging by the pool with a cocktail is more your style, feel free to take advantage and enjoy the sun!
Accommodation: Village Porto de Galinhas Day 14: Porto de Galinhas
Enjoy your time at leisure with the opportunity to do some optional activities. Swimming in the ocean, heading to the town for a bit of shopping or to check out some local restaurants are all a great way to see the area. If lounging by the pool with a cocktail is more your style, feel free to take advantage and enjoy the sun!
Accommodation: Village Porto de Galinhas Day 15: Porto de Galinhas
Enjoy a private transfer from Porto de Galinhas to Recife with professional driver.
Accommodation: Depart (Int`l Airport)
Accommodations
Mar Ipanema Hotel
Mar Ipanema Hotel - Rio de Janeiro
This Rio De Janeiro hotel is 700 meters from Ipanema Beach, 800 meters from Leblon Beach, and 1.2 kilometers from the Platforma Theatre. Avenida Atlantica is 4.8 kilometers away. Mar Ipanema Hotel offers a bar and a restaurant as well as room service. Breakfast is complimentary each morning. Guestrooms at Mar Ipanema Hotel include minibars, refrigerators, hair dryers, in-room safes, and TVs with premium cable channels. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.
Bourbon Cataratas Resort Exterior
Superior Garden View
Bourbon Cataratas Resort - Foz do Iguaçu
Ideally located in a spectacular setting right on the Brazilian border that joins Argentina and Paraguay, Bourbon Cataratas Resort offers a multitude of land and space for travelers to wander. Bourbon Cataratas is surrounded by lush, tropical gardens. The tastefully decorated 299 guestrooms and 13 suites are comfortable and clean, embracing a North American style in decor. Each room and suite has a private balcony, cable TV and bathrooms with a bath and shower. It offers a variety of activities that can be enjoyed by all, including 2 swimming pools, a tennis court, and Kids Club. For relaxation there is a day-spa with massage services and sauna. The resort also offers a variety of restaurants and bars serving local and international cuisines.
Pousada Rio Mutum
Pousada Rio Mutum - Pantanal
The Pousada do Rio Mutum - Pantanal Lodge is located in the municipal district of Barão de Melgaço, one of the most beautiful regions of Mato Grosso´s Pantanal. There are 22 cotrages that are like apartments around the park area and a restuarant with varied regional menu. In this ecological paradise the sound of the birds at dawn, the enchantment of the waters, the blue sky, the breathtaking sunset, horseback riding through the forests and wetlands, trails totally immersed in nature, flights of birds, Brazilian otters playing by the river, and alligators enjoying the sun will give guests an unique and unforgettable moments.
Naoum Plaza Hotel
Naoum Plaza Hotel - Brasília
The Naoum Plaza Brasilia offers sophisticated and luxurious premises. It has customized and excellent service. There are 174 rooms available. It has floors exclusively reserved for non-smoker guests. The hotel offers a Fitness Center, sauna, swimming pool, beauty parlor, business center and broad band internet. Outstanding attraction of the hotel is the Falls restaurants. The staff at the Naoum Plaza Brasilia will make sure the guests stay in the city is perfect.
Amazon Ecopark Lodge Exterior
Amazon Ecopark Lodge Guest Room
Amazon Ecopark Jungle Lodge - Manaus
The Amazon Ecopark Jungle Lodge is situated in the Amazon Rainforest along the Tarumã River. The lodge is not just a place to stay, but a place to experience the most enthralling side of Brazil. The lodge has 64 comfortable apartments that are divided into 20 wooden bungalows and one concrete bungalow. It offers a large open air reception area with a bar, handicraft and convenience boutique, an open air, thatched roof restaurant, 4 natural bathing pools and a private beach. There are several fresh water streams, jungle trails with diverse vegetation, including virgin forests, natural savannas, and creeks for canoeing. This allows guests to have the opportunity to view different bird species, giant tress, exotic orchids, medicinal plants and so much more.
Village Porto de Galinhas
Village Porto de Galinhas - Porto de Galinhas
The Village hotel is located along the beautiful beach of Porto de Galinhas- 60km away from Recife's airport. They are a hotel with contemporary architecture in complete harmony with nature and with the generous coconut grove that embraces them. Their charming tropical gardens are rich in various beautiful flowers as well allow the titi monkeys to climb down the coconut trees to eat fruit out of your hands!
Travel Info
Travel tips of Brazil
VISA/PASSPORT
A passport and visa are required for both Canadian and U.S. citizens traveling to Brazil for any purpose. Brazilian visas MUST be obtained in advance from the Brazilian Embassy or consulate nearest to the traveler's place of residence. There are no "airport visas" and immigration authorities will refuse entry to Brazil to anyone not possessing a valid visa. Processing generally takes 10-15 working days along with a visa processing fee of approximately $106.25. All Brazilian visas, regardless of the length of validity, must initially be used within 90 days of the issuance date or will no longer be valid. Americans reentering Brazil must be able to show an entry stamp in their passport proving that the visa was issued within 90 days; otherwise they will not be allowed reentry. Immigration authorities will not allow entry into Brazil without a valid visa. The U.S. Government cannot assist travelers who arrive in Brazil without proper documentation. For remote, jungle or Amazon a Yellow Fever Certificate is required.
Please note obtaining a visa is your responsibility. These requirements change often and therefore it is best that you check with the Embassy of Brazil for the most up to date visa information.
HEALTH
Health insurance is required. Medical facilities are poor quality and not widespread. We recommend that you see a health-care provider who specializes in Travel Medicine. The doctor or health-care provider will determine what vaccinations and medication you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities. For more information on travel requirements, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/brazil.aspx
COUNTRY INFO
Capital: Brasília.
Government: Federal Republic. Language: The official language is Portuguese. Spanish, English, Italian, French and German are also spoken, particularly in tourist areas. Four linguistic roots survive in the indigenous areas: Gê, Tupi-guarani, Aruak and Karib. Religion: There is no official religion, but approximately 74% of the population are Roman Catholics. A number of diverse evangelical cults are also represented, as are animist beliefs (particularly the Afro-Brazilian religion of candomblé). Time: Brazil spans several time zones: Eastern Standard Time: GMT - 3 (GMT - 2 from third Sunday in October to third Saturday in March). Western Standard Time: GMT - 4 (GMT - 3 from third Sunday in October to third Saturday in March). North East States and East Parà: GMT - 3. Amapa and West Parà: GMT - 4. Acre State: GMT - 5. Fernando de Noronha Archipelago: GMT - 2.
Electricity: Brasília and Recife, 220 volts AC; Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, 127 volts AC or 220 volts in larger hotels. Plugs are of the two-pin type. Most hotels provide 110-volt and 220-volt outlets, transformers and adaptors.
Telephone: Country code +55. Mobile Telephone: Mobile coverage is generally very good. Roaming agreements exist with most international mobile phone companies, but travelers should check with their service providers. Internet: Many hotels provide Internet access to guests. Internet cafes can be found in main towns and cities, and there are often Internet booths at airports. In smaller towns, public access is sometimes available at post offices.
What's Included:
- Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
What's not Included:
- Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $350). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure.
- Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of 30% of program price. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to loss of 100% of program price.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
- Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.
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