Category Archives: Brazil

Family of Six Does The Amazon

Posted on August 30, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

This family of six just returned from a fun family summer adventure to the Peruvian Amazon. Read on to hear mom’s account of their journey! “We had an incredible time – we loved The Inkaterra Field Guide Station (it was … Continue reading →

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Rock Climbing, Hiking, Relaxation, & Cultural Experiences in Brazil’s Coffee Lands

Posted on August 7, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

Originally from Seattle, WA, USA, I moved to Brazil one year and a half ago. I was excited for the move but also anxious about being able to continue rock climbing in Sao Paulo. Before departing Seattle, I tried to … Continue reading →

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Top 6 Mind-Blowing Treks That Don’t Kill Your Knees

Posted on July 9, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

While some of our guests strive for a strenuous edge to their trekking adventures, many of our travelers prefer to put culture and dramatic scenery first and opt for a milder trekking option for their vacations. For the latter type … Continue reading →

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Bahian Magic at UXUA: Trancoso, Brazil

Posted on May 14, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

Our own South America Program Director and Brazil expert, Gretchen, just returned from a family dream holiday at the incredible UXUA hotel in Trancoso, Brazil. Read on as she describes her experience at UXUA and exploring Trancoso. Authenticity is the … Continue reading →

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Brazil E-Visa Made Easy

Posted on May 2, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

Hoping to plan your next adventure to Brazil? Earlier this year, Brazil made the visa process much easier and MUCH cheaper for American, Canadian, Australian and Japanese citizens. >>Read More About What Changed Here Watch the following video for a … Continue reading →

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Hidden National Parks of South America: Lencois Maranhenses

Posted on April 16, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

The Lencois Maranhenses National Park located in Maranhão state, in northeastern Brazil, is one of the most marvelous and unique places in the world! An area encompassing about 1000 square kilometers of white silky sands intercepted at regular intervals by … Continue reading →

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South America’s Best Secret National Park

Posted on April 9, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

Welcome to Chapada Diamantina, the favorite national park you never knew you had! Chapada Diamantina is one of Brazil’s most glorious national parks, with plenty of options for hiking and trekking through gorgeous valleys, mountain plateaus, and enchanting caves. The … Continue reading →

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10 Fun Brazil Coffee Facts & 3 Must-Visit Coffee Shops in Sao Paulo

Posted on March 19, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

After having spent the past few weekends among the sprawling coffee farms in the verdant Brazilian mountains of Minas Gerais State, our Brazil expert, Gretchen Traut, is here to share 10 fun facts about coffee in Brazil as well as … Continue reading →

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Cheers and Happy Carnaval!

Posted on February 12, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

Happy Carnaval! 2018 Carnaval in Brazil is happening now! We thought we would share in the festivities by giving our readers a way to partake in the festivities right from home. This year for Carnaval, try your hand at making … Continue reading →

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Brazil Tourist Visa Update: Brazil Significantly Lowers Cost of Visa

Posted on January 25, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

Wonderful news for those looking to visit Brazil! While several countries in Latin America have charged high fees for Americans visiting (this is largely a matter of reciprocity), for many countries this simply came in the form of them charging … Continue reading →

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