Trindade
The Caiçara Village
“Where jungle meets sea”
Trindade is a richly cultural caiçara fishing village nestled between lush mountains and pristine coastline. Here, beaches, waterfalls, and natural pools coexist in one magical place.
Arrival — São Paulo to Trindade
- São Paulo → Trindade (~5 hours)
- Check in to accommodation
- Explore the village nightlife
Boat Tour Day
- Boat excursion to Praia de Galetas
- Praia de Laranjeiras
- Praia Vermelha
- Evening luau at Praia do Meio
Natural Pools & Beaches
- Morning at the natural pools (easy 40-min trail or boat)
- Praia do Meio
- Praia do Cachadaço
- Praia dos Ranchos — lunch and sunset
- Rest up for tomorrow's adventure
Waterfall Expedition
- Boat to Praia de Ponta Negra
- Hike to Cachoeira do Saco Bravo (3–5 hrs)
- Lunch and rest
- Evening in the village
Pedra que Engole & Departure
- Hike to Pedra que Engole ("The Rock that Swallows")
- Afternoon at the beach
- After sunset, transfer to Paraty
- Explore Paraty's historic center
Paraty
Colonial History & Cachaça
“Cobblestone streets and centuries of soul”
A small town carrying centuries of history — cobblestone streets built during the Portuguese colonial era, surrounded by untouched nature, islands, beaches, and waterfalls. Paraty is also known for its incredible culinary scene, world-class restaurants, and live music.
Jeep Adventure
- 4x4 jeep tour: 4 waterfalls + 2 cachaça distilleries
- Afternoon at Praia do Jabaquara
- Evening in Paraty's historic center
Waterfall & Samba Night
- Cachoeira e Praia do Iriri
- Samba da Benção at night — authentic samba gathering
Pouso da Cajaíba
The Village at the Edge of the World
“Disconnect to reconnect”
A remote fishing village accessible only by trail or by sea. Pouso da Cajaíba is a full immersion into nearly untouched nature, rich biodiversity, and caiçara culture.
Arrival by Sea
- Boat from Paraty via Ilha do Araújo
- Lunch stop at Praia da Taquera
- Pass Ilha Rapada → arrive Pouso da Cajaíba
- Welcome luau on the beach (dress code: all white)
Coastal Boat Tour
- Boat to Sumaça
- Martim de Sá
- Lunch at Cairuçu (included)
- Rest for tomorrow's hike
Tropical Fjord & Pão de Açúcar
- Boat to Saco do Mamanguá (Brazil's only tropical fjord)
- Hike the Pão de Açúcar trail
- Lunch included
- Reggae night
Island Fishing & Transfer
- Boat to Ilha dos Cocos
- 3-hour fishing excursion
- Lunch at Praia do Pontal, Paraty
- Transfer: Paraty → Angra dos Reis → Ilha Grande
- Party night on Ilha Grande
Ilha Grande
The Island Where Cars Don't Exist
“Pure paradise, no roads required”
Ilha Grande is a stunning tropical island known for its pristine beaches, lush Atlantic rainforest, and laid-back energy. With no cars allowed, this is pure paradise for nature lovers — hiking trails, crystal-clear waters, and incredible biodiversity.
Full Island Boat Tour
- Praia do Aventureiro
- Praia da Parnaioca
- Praia dos Meros
- Caxadaço
- Lunch stop
- Party night
Lagoons & Grottos
- Lagoa Verde
- Gruta do Acaiá
- Lunch stop
- Lagoa Azul
- Bonus beach stop
- Evening in the village
Beach Hopping
- Praia do Pouso
- Santo Antônio
- Aroeira
- Canto de Lopes
Sunrise Peak & Waterfalls
- 2 AM start — Pico do Papagaio sunrise hike (3–5 hrs)
- Feiticeira Waterfall trail (3 hrs)
- Feiticeira Beach
- Sunset at Praia da Júlia
Paradise Islands
- Praia do Dentista
- Ilha da Piedade
- Ilha de Cataguases
- Ilhas Botinas
- Lunch stop
Transfer to Rio
- Boat to Angra dos Reis
- Transport to Rio de Janeiro
- Check in
- Evening on Rua Voluntários da Pátria / Arnaldo Quintela
Rio de Janeiro
The Marvelous City
“From peaks to samba”
Rio de Janeiro needs no introduction — but the way we experience it is different. Skip the tourist traps. Hike to secret viewpoints at dawn, fly over the city by helicopter, ride a century-old tram through bohemian streets, and find the birthplace of samba.
Pedra do Telégrafo & Beach Coast
- Hike Pedra do Telégrafo (iconic photo spot)
- Grumari Beach, Prainha
- Recreio dos Bandeirantes
- Sunset at Barra da Tijuca
- Dinner on Rua Olegário Maciel
Helicopter Tour & Sugarloaf
- Helicopter flight over Rio
- Praia Vermelha
- Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain)
- Sunset drinks at Mureta da Urca
- Lapa at night
Santa Teresa & Views
- Santa Teresa tram ride (Bonde)
- Lunch in the bohemian neighborhood
- Sunset at Bar da Laje
Tijuca Forest & Samba Roots
- Tour Parque Nacional da Floresta da Tijuca
- Evening at Pedra do Sal — birthplace of samba
Dois Irmãos & Ipanema
- 4 AM hike to Morro Dois Irmãos (40–60 min)
- Breakfast at hotel
- Chill day at Praia de Ipanema
- Sunset at Arpoador
- Dinner on Rua Dias Ferreira (Leblon)
Departure to Porto Seguro
- Check out
- Airport transfer
- Evening in Porto Seguro
Porto Seguro & Caraíva
Where Brazil Was Born
“Beaches, indigenous culture, and forró”
The coast where the Portuguese first landed in 1500. Today it's a magical stretch of coastline with coral reefs, indigenous villages, the car-free river village of Caraíva, the bohemian charm of Trancoso, and some of the best beaches on Earth.
Arrival & Beach Day
- Check in
- Afternoon at Barraca Toa Toa
- Night out at Gallo / 30eUm
Coral Reef & Arraial d'Ajuda
- Boat excursion to Coroa Alta reef
- Sunset in Arraial d'Ajuda
- Nightlife
Trancoso → Caraíva
- Transport to Arraial d'Ajuda
- Lunch and sunset in Trancoso
- Continue to Caraíva — check in
- Forró night
Beach Walk to Satu
- Walk along the sand to Praia do Satu
- Chill day
- Forró at night
Buggy Adventure
- Buggy tour to an indigenous village (Aldeia Indígena)
- Continue to Corumbau
- Evening in the village
Mirror Beach & Chocolate
- Praia do Espelho (Mirror Beach)
- Trancoso visit
- Chocolate factory tour
- Transfer to Porto Seguro
City Tour & Farewell Luau
- City tour including Coroa Vermelha
- Farewell luau at Toa Toa
Departure
- Check out
- Airport transfer