Rio to Iguazu

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Throw yourself into Brazil’s spectacular outdoors on this two-week camping adventure. With lots of free time and optional activities available, there’s plenty of opportunity to relax, get active and really enjoy each destination. Things kick off in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s dazzling party queen, before we head to the Emerald Coast, where you’ll spend a day isl...

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Party with the locals in Rio de Janeiro
    • Wander the cobbled streets of Paraty
    • Cruise between islands along the Emerald Coast
    • Spot diverse wildlife in the Pantanal Wetlands
    • Snorkel in the crystal-clear Rio de Prata
    • Relax in the eco hub of Bonito
    • Look for rainbows in Iguazu Falls

What's this trip about?

    Throw yourself into Brazil’s spectacular outdoors on this two-week camping adventure. With lots of free time and optional activities available, there’s plenty of opportunity to relax, get active and really enjoy each destination. Things kick off in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s dazzling party queen, before we head to the Emerald Coast, where you’ll spend a day island-hopping aboard a boat. Admire the colonial architecture of Paraty or head out into the hills for a spot of mountain biking. Spend two nights on a ranch in Pantanal, discovering the wildlife of the surrounding wetlands in canoes, safari trucks and on horseback. Chill out in beautiful Bonito, Brazil’s eco capital, spend a few days exploring the mighty Falls of Iguazu, and wind up in historical Yapeyu.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • High Adventure
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

  • South America
  • Argentina
  • Brazil

Attractions

  • Campo Grande
  • Copacabana
  • Iguazu Falls
  • Pantanal
  • Paraty
  • Rio de Janeiro

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Rio de Janeiro

Border information: if you are joining in Rio de Janeiro, you will most likely enter Brazil at Rio de Janeiro Galeão International Airport (IATA code: RIO/GIG) Welcome to the iconic Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro! There will be an important group meeting at 6:00pm...

Day 2 Rio de Janeiro

Today will be a free day to explore the marvellous city of Rio de Janeiro and take part in some optional activities. 

Day 3 Paraty

Today our journey begins with a short drive to the colonial town of Paraty on the Emerald Coast of the Atlantic! Estimated Drive Time - 4-5 hours (please note that all drive times given here are the approximate number of hours that the truck will be in motion only, a...

Day 4 Paraty

Today our journey begins with a short drive to the colonial town of Paraty on the Emerald Coast of the Atlantic!   Estimated Drive Time - 4-5 hours (please note that all drive times given here are the approximate number of hours that the truck will be in motion only, ...

Day 5 Paraty

Today our journey begins with a short drive to the colonial town of Paraty on the Emerald Coast of the Atlantic!   Estimated Drive Time - 4-5 hours (please note that all drive times given here are the approximate number of hours that the truck will be in motion only, ...

Day 6 Brotas

Today we will drive to the remote town of Brotas in southeastern Brazil. In Brotas we will stay at a campsite with good facilities. Estimated Drive Time - 9-10 hours. 

Day 7 Campo Grande

Today we will start driving west towards the Southern Pantanal, and wild camp towards the end of the day somewhere close to the city of Campo Grande. Estimated Drive Time - 8-10 hours.

Day 8 Southern Pantanal

Today we have an early start to meet our guide in Campo Grande, and then drive on to Brazil's amazing Southern Pantanal region, where we have a visit a local eco-tourism ranch (or 'fazenda'). Estimated Drive Time - 5 hours. We will spend 2 nights here and have a co...

Day 9 Southern Pantanal

Today we have an early start to meet our guide in Campo Grande, and then drive on to Brazil's amazing Southern Pantanal region, where we have a visit a local eco-tourism ranch (or 'fazenda').    Estimated Drive Time - 5 hours.   We will spend 2 nights here and have a ...

Day 10-12 Bonito

After our morning activities and one final lunch in our beautiful ranch, it is time to leave the Pantanal and drive to the Brazilian eco-tourism capital of Bonito.  Estimated Drive Time - 3-4 hours. We have two full days in Bonito to take part in the plethora of i...

Day 13 Foz do Iguacu

Today we have a full drive day south to the city of Foz do Iguaçu. In Foz do Iguaçu we will camp in the grounds of an excellent hostel out of town, with good facilities and a pool. Estimated Drive Time - 10-12 hours.  OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES  Visit the colossal Itaipu...

Day 14 Iguazu Falls / Foz do Iguaçu

Today we will visit the Brazilian side of the phenomenal Iguazu Falls, to get some incredible panoramic vistas of the mighty waterfalls. There is also plenty of time to visit the bird park, take a helicopter ride over the falls, see the incredible Itaipu Dam, or quick...

Day 15 Foz do Iguacu

On the following day we will take a day trip into Argentina to see the incredible Iguazu Falls from the other side. This is well worth doing as the views are even more spectacular, and you'll be able to look right down into the mighty Garganta del Diablo (the largest ...

Day 16 Foz de Iguazu

Border information: if you are finishing in Foz do Iguaçu, you will most likely exit Brazil at Foz do Iguaçu Cataratas International Airport (IATA code: IGU). Today is the end day for passengers finishing their trip in Foz do Iguaçu. Please note there is no accommod...

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Accommodation

Camping (with facilities/bush camps) 11 nights,Hotels/Hostels (4 nights),

Transportation & Flights

Overland vehicle,Public Bus,Boat,Canoe,

Transportation & flights

Overland vehicle,Public Bus,Boat,Canoe
Guides
On all of our Dragoman-operated Overlanding trips you will be accompanied by two Western crew members who are responsible for the group and the overall organisation of the trip. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad knowledge of the places visited and to offer suggestions of things to do and see. Dragoman trips use local guides who may stay with us for just a few hours or will actually travel with us for some or all of the journey. In these cases they become a third crew member and are able to offer their local knowledge as well as a real insight into the lives of the local people. Our crew are chosen for their leadership skills, and most importantly have a passion for the region and its people. We endeavour to provide the services of an experienced leader and crew; however, situations may arise where your leader is new to a particular region or training other group leaders On any Overland trip, there are a number of tasks that need to be done. Our overland trip leaders will organise the group into smaller groups of two or three who will take turns in the daily shopping and cooking, vehicle cleaning, disposing of rubbish, etc. There are also a number of other jobs that need doing e.g. collecting water and firewood, luggage loading, supervising the kitty and food stores, which may be assigned to particular people or on a rota system according to group size, make-up, and so on. You must come prepared to 'pull your weight' and share in these duties; you will become very unpopular with other group members if they have to do your share. The more you put into a trip, the more you'll benefit.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory for all our trips. We require that, at a minimum, you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. When travelling on a trip, you won't be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance and the insurance company's 24 hour emergency contact number has been seen by your leader. If you have credit card insurance your group leader will require details of the participating insurer/underwriter, the level of coverage, policy number and emergency contact number rather than the bank's name and credit card details. Please contact your bank for these details prior to arriving in-country. http://www.intrepidtravel.com/insurance.php
Visa requirements
Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important that you check for the latest information. Please visit the relevant consular website of the country or countries you’re visiting for detailed and up-to-date visa information specific to your nationality. Your consultant will also be happy to point you in the right direction with acquiring visas. Visas can take several weeks to process, so familiarise yourself with any requirements as soon as you have booked your trip to allow for processing time. BRAZILIAN VISA: Nationals from Australia, Canada and the United States require a visa for Brazil and this must be applied for before leaving your home country. Please ensure you lodge your application at least 5 weeks before leaving home. The Brazilian Tourist Visa has a validity of 90 days from the first day of entry to Brazil and it can be used multiple times within its validity. In order to apply for this visa, you will be required to provide the following documentation: A – Original passport valid for a minimum of six months with at least two blank pages. B - One recent professional passport-size photograph, frontal, on white background C. Visa Request Form. To complete this form and for more information on this process visit: https://formulario-mre.serpro.gov.br/sci/pages/web/pacomPasesWeb.jsf?aba=-6 ARGENTINA: Australians, Americans, British, Canadians and New Zealanders, do not currently require a visa for Argentina. For all other nationalities please reconfirm your visa requirements with your travel agent. Please note that when entering Argentine Territory, the following citizens must pay a "reciprocity fee": Australians - US$100, Canadians - US$92, and Americans - US$160. The fee will be valid for multiple re-entries within a set period from the date of first entry. Payment must be made entirely ONLINE and fees can no longer be paid on arrival at any airport. This fee also needs to be paid online if you are crossing the border into Argentina by land. This price is subject to change and the price on the below website will have the up-to-date costs. How to pay the reciprocity fee online: - Visit www.migraciones.gov.ar or www.provinciapagos.com.ar and register to start the process - Fill out the form with the corresponding personal and credit card information - Print the payment receipt - Present the printed receipt at Immigration Control on arrival in Argentina. The receipt will be scanned by the Immigration officials, the information will be checked, and entry to the country will be registered ARGENTINA: Americans, Australian, Belgians, British, Canadians, Dutch, Germans, New Zealanders and South Africans do not currently require a visa for Argentina. For all other nationalities please reconfirm your visa or entry requirements with the Argentinean consulate in your home country. Reciprocity tax for some passport holders: The Argentine Government charges a reciprocity tax to Canadian passport holders which must be paid prior to arrival. A receipt for this payment must be produced at every border crossing into Argentina. The amount is as follows: Canadians - US$78 (multiple entry for up to 5 years from date of issue) Please use this link: http://www.migraciones.gov.ar/accesible/indexP.php?reciprocidad For instructions on how to process this payment, please visit: http://www.migraciones.gov.ar/pdf_varios/reciprocidad/Online_payment_instructions_16.pdf#zoom=100 - Select "Tasa de reciprocidad/Reciprocity fee" - Read the information in the pop up box - Select "Continuar/Continue" - Sign up & register your details (The link is in the blue box below the Login button)- Click "Tourism Fee" - Then follow the prompts  - Please save a copy & print your receipt
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
Finish point Campground at Hostel Paudimar Campestre Alameda Caibi, 201 - Remanso Grande Foz do Iguacu 85853843 BRAZIL Phone: +55 (45) 3529 7606
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