Mini Guide to Brazil

Guilherme Ribeiro | December 8, 2017

Natural Wonders

Amazon Rainforest

The Amazon is fondly called the “Lungs of the World” as it alone represents over 20% of the world’s oxygen. Fly into Manaus and from there take a slow boat up the Amazon River where you can truly see its incredible biodiversity.

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Iguaçú Falls

The Iguaçú Falls are comprised of 275 waterfalls and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The falls are part of Brazil (where you get the best views) and Argentina (where you can get up close). Once you’re there, you can go on boat trips and also practice some rappelling.

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Lençóis Maranhenses

Imagine an area with thousands of white sand dunes that resemble bed sheets. After the rainy season, hundreds of freshwater lagoons are trapped between the dunes for you to swim and have fun. You’ll need to fly into São Luís and take a bus to Barreinhas, which is the best place to base yourself before exploring the national park.

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