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Adventure Tours in Brazil

With white sand beaches galore, hoppin’ metropolitan cities from north to south, the vastness of the Amazon, and sport teams donning all colors of jerseys, Brazil is land of contrasts and discovery. One day you can be floating down a river in a jungle, and then the next, chilling on a beach with a caipirinha in hand. There are also opportunities to go bungee jumping, scuba diving, and dune buggying in Brazil. And last but not least, ever heard of sandboarding? If not, it’s time to try sliding down 500 foot sand dunes! Larger than the continental United States and home to the world’s largest rainforest, Brazil is ripe with adventure.

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18 Adventure Programs in Brazil

Seamester Study Abroad at Sea
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Seamester Study Abroad at Sea

Seamester Study Abroad and Gap Year Voyages

Seamester is the educational adventure of a lifetime! For more th...

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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

World’s #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!

International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ) brings people together from all...

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IPBio- Biodiversity Research Institute
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IPBio- Biodiversity Research Institute

IPBio Espinhaço Expedition 10 Days

Join a 10-day expedition covering natural, cultural, and historic...

GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization

GoEco - Top Rated & Award Winning Volunteer Programs Abroad

GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with awa...

Jacada Travel
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Jacada Travel

9-Day Brazilian and Argentinian Adventure

Have you ever imagined dancing the night away in Rio, or feeling ...

Cosmos Travel
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Cosmos Travel

Brazil, Argentina, & Chile Unveiled with Easter Island

Discover the vibrant cultures and stunning landscapes of South Am...

Terra Incognita Ecotours
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Terra Incognita Ecotours

9-Day Wildlife Safari in Brazil

This 9-day adventure unlocks the secrets of the Pantanal, the wor...

Brazil Adventure Tours
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Brazil Adventure Tours

10-Day Classic Tour in Brazil

Journey through Brazil's three iconic destinations in just 10 day...

Brasil Raft Park
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Brasil Raft Park

Family Rafting Adventure on the Paranhana River in Brazil

The Paranhana River in Brazil is famous for hosting slalom canoei...

Eco Adventures Travel
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Eco Adventures Travel

4-Day Private Wildlife Expedition in Pantanal

Experience the heart of Brazil's Pantanal with our 4-day adventur...

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My greatest adventure yet!

May 12, 2024by: Emma Gardner - United StatesProgram: Seamester Study Abroad and Gap Year Voyages
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Being a student on Sea|Mester was the most incredible experience of my life. I did the South Africa to Antigua voyage on Vela, and it exceeded any and all expectations I could have possibly had. I got to visit places that I never thought I would get to go. I met people that started out as strangers, but quickly became family to me. Prior to Sea|Mester, I had very little sailing experience and no diving experience and I think that that is a common turn off for people that come across this program, but you have no need to be worried if you're in that boat (haha). The staff does an exceptional job teaching you the ropes, making you feel safe, and making you feel like the boat is your home. If you're a hands on learning that thrives on getting outside of your comfort zone, adventure, and travel then this program is for you. I can not effusive enough how much Sea|Mester and my crew changed my life. If you're presented with the privilege to be a student on Sea|Mester... do it. If Sea|Mester taught me anything, it's to say yes even when you're scared. The greatest adventure of your life could be waiting for you.

A Guide to Adventure Travel in Brazil

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In addition to the mysterious and hugely-popular Amazon, Brazil is buzzing with adrenaline-filling adventures around every corner. From mountaintops to deep ocean plunges (and everything in between), your heart will beat rapidly at new altitudes.

In the north of Brazil is the world’s largest rainforest and one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet, the Amazon. From gigantic, rushing rivers to towering trees that seem as if they’re straight from the set of Jurassic Park, the Amazon rainforest should be on every adventure traveler’s bucket list. As one of the most popular places in the world to travel to, there are many different types of adventures in the Amazon for you to choose from. Most organizations offer very customizable itineraries, so adventurers can decide the ratio between swimming with river dolphins and marching on survival quests through the rainforest.

One of the most well known-cities in Brazil, Rio de Janeiro is a metropolis full of famous beaches (can anyone say Copacabana?), renowned soccer stadiums, and the Christ the Redeemer statue. Whether it’s surfing or coaching kids sports, Rio has a lot of adventure opportunities for travelers who are looking to get into the Carioca culture while enjoying a big city. Did we forget to mention the 2016 Rio Olympics!?

Unique from the rest of the country in the fact that it was largely colonized by Germans and emulates a lot of northern European architecture, southern Brazil’s main highlight is the city of Florianopolis. Usually, foreigners coming to Florianopolis work on projects concerning environmental conservation and community youth development. But there are also some epic canyons and waterfalls to hike through, and the scenic Serra Verde train to hop onto.

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