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Mount Roraima's flat-topped tepui rising above the green Gran Sabana savanna in Venezuela

Is it Safe to Travel to Mount Roraima in Venezuela?

Is Mount Roraima dangerous? Not if you go prepared. Here are the real risks and how to plan a safe trip to Venezuela’s Lost World.

Blue rainwater lagoons between white dunes rippled by the wind in Lençóis Maranhenses National Park.

Best Lagoons in Lençóis Maranhenses: Brazil’s Desert With a Thousand Lakes

The 5 best lagoons in Lençóis Maranhenses: where each one is, how deep it gets, and when it fills in Brazil’s desert with a thousand lakes.

Aerial view of the white sand dunes and rainwater lagoons of Lençóis Maranhenses at sunset, Brazil.

8 Best Places to Visit in Brazil for Nature and Adventure

Eight of the best places to visit in Brazil, from the Pantanal’s jaguars to the dunes of Lençóis Maranhenses. Season, access, and what each one is like.

The 5 Best Hikes in Chapada Diamantina: Trails, Waterfalls and Distances

The 5 Best Hikes in Chapada Diamantina: Trails, Waterfalls and Distances

The 5 best hikes in Chapada Diamantina, with location, distance, difficulty and waterfalls: Fumacinha, Fumaça, Vale do Pati, Sossego and Encantada.

Amazonian Food: 7 Typical Dishes to Try in the Brazilian Amazon

Amazonian Food: 7 Typical Dishes to Try in the Brazilian Amazon

From tambaqui and açaí to tucumã and pato no tucupi: discover 7 typical Amazonian food dishes and how to eat them the way locals do.

How many days should you spend in Chapada Diamantina?

How many days should you spend in Chapada Diamantina?

How many days should you spend in Chapada Diamantina? Our guide breaks down 3, 5 and 7-day trips for waterfalls, viewpoints and the Vale do Pati trek.

Traveler in a wooden canoe gazing up at the flooded rainforest canopy on an Amazon adventure

Amazon Rainforest Vacation: 7 Activities That Fill Your Days in the Jungle

Hiking, piranha fishing, night spotting and river beaches — see what an Amazon rainforest vacation in Brazil actually looks like, day by day.

Wild jaguar leaping over a river in Brazil's Pantanal wetlands

How to Visit the Pantanal in Brazil: Travel Guide

Are you wondering what the best way to visit the Pantanal is? In this travel guide, you’ll find everything you need to plan your trip to Brazil’s wildlife haven. Home to the greatest population of jaguars in the world, and the best wildlife watching destination in Brazil, the Pantanal has hundreds of different species of […]

When is the best time to visit Lençóis Maranhenses?

When is the best time to visit Lençóis Maranhenses?

Lençóis Maranhenses is an all-year-round destination, but the weather is stable and the iconic lagoons are full right after the rainy season The best time to visit Lençóis Maranhenses is from May to September, when the lagoons are at their fullest after the rainy season and the weather is generally more stable. Outside that period, […]

How to Visit the Amazon Rainforest in Brazil – Travel Guide

How to Visit the Amazon Rainforest in Brazil – Travel Guide

Learn everything you need before enjoying your Amazon tour in Brazil, including when is the best time to visit, how to get there, what are the main activities and much more! Are you a nature lover and your ultimate dream to visit the Amazon Rainforest in Brazil so you can experience the fascinating wonders of […]

10 Travel Tips for Chapada Diamantina, Brazil

10 Travel Tips for Chapada Diamantina, Brazil

Seasons, activities, safety tips, and health precautions. See our recommendations for a fantastic Chadapa Diamantina trip! Chapada Diamantina National Park is a destination rich in fauna, flora, beauty, and experiences. No wonder countless adventurers visit Brazil every year to explore its trails—considered some of the best in the world. To make the most of your […]

How to visit Mount Roraima – Travel Guide

How to visit Mount Roraima – Travel Guide

Learn everything you should know to travel to Mount Roraima, including how to get there, the best time to visit, main attractions, and more! Standing tall at an impressive altitude of 2,810 meters (9,219 feet), Mount Roraima is the 8th highest peak in Brazil and one of the tallest on the planet. Known for its […]