Eco Adventure Tours - Brazil
The Atlantic Rainforest is the most important of the six Brazilian biomes and one of the hottest hotspots on Earth. Because of its exceptional scenic beauty, the outstanding biodiversity of its ecosystems and its historical and cultural significance the Preserve was designated an International Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1992 and inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1999.
Brazil Adventure International is a São Paulo – based tour operator specialized in ecotourism in the protected areas of the Atlantic Rainforest. Superb wildlife viewing in a spectacular wilderness setting, the interaction with local communities and the charming colonial towns make our guided hiking & trekking tours a unique natural and cultural experience. For independent travellers and mountain bikers we offer detailed trail maps on CD-Rom. Upon request we organize also personalized tours.
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Room Amenities |
Private Shower |
Microwave |
Telephone |
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Private Bathtub |
Air Conditioning |
Fax |
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Private Jacuzzi |
Electric Fan |
Minibar |
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Private Toilet |
TV |
Coffee Maker |
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Private Kitchen |
Video/DVD/Movies |
Hair Dryer |
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Stove |
Internet Connection |
Trouser Press |
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Transport to and from the airport in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro
Local transports to protected areas
reservations
guided tours |
| Nearby Attractions |
National Parks: Itatiaia, Serra da Bocaina, Serra dos Orgãos, Superagui
State Parks: PETAR, Intervales, Carlos Botelho, Serra do Mar, Campina Encantada
Islands: Ilhabela, Ilha Grande, Ilha do Cardoso
Historic Cities: Paraty, Petropolis, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo |
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Day 1: In the morning visit of the historical center, the japanese village Liberdade and Little Italy "Bela Vista". After Lunch visit of the howler monkey colony at Serra da Cantareira. At night diner at a typical barbecue restaurant (Churrascaria).
Three days are dedicated to the Itatiaia massif, Serra da Mantiqueira highest elevation. From the Itatiaia plateau there is the possibility to climb Pico das Agulhas
Day 2 - 4: Negras (2.787 m) or Prateleiras (2.548 m). Spectacular views on the Paraiba valley and the Serra da Mantiqueira. In the lower tropical part of the national park, visit of the Itaporani and Véu de Noiva waterfalls such as the small park museum. Hike to romantic Visconde de Mauá.
Day 5 - 8: Transfer to Serra da Bocaina. Ascent to "Alto da Bocaina" crossing Atlantic Forests and rivers with crystal clear water. At sundown fantastic view back to Serra da Mantiqueira and Paraiba Valley.
Hike through Bocaina's altitude fields characterized by it’s typical araucária forests until Vale do Veado. Possibility of bathing in the natural pools of Cachoeiras Santo Izidro and Das Posses such as Dos Veados with 200 m the most impressing waterfall of the Park. Descent along the ancient gold trail (trilha de ouro) down to the historic village of Mambucaba. Transfer to Ilha Grande.
Day 9 - 13: Five days are reserved to explore Ilha Grande's natural beauty. From the fishing village Abrão a two days walk brings us to Araçatíba in the extreme south of the island. Passing the most beautiful beaches Aventureiro and Parnaioca on the wild northern part of the island, we return to Abrão.
Day 14: Back to the mainland and transfer to São Paulo. From there connecting flights to GB or USA.
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| Required Skill Level |
Open to All
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| Required Equipment |
Not Applicable
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| Our Certificatons |
Brazil Adventure International is an EMBRATUR licensed tour operator. Our regional and ecological tour guides are also EMBRATUR licensed. They approved an 440 h training cours on a shool specialized in ecotourism and indicated by EMBRATUR. |
Mountain Skills & Disciplines |
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Hiking |
Mountaineering |
Canyoneering |
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Backpacking |
High Altitude |
Caving |
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Camping |
Traversing |
Coasteering |
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Rock Climbing |
Aid Climbing |
Big Walling |
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Ice Climbing |
Free Climbing |
Ropes & Knots |
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Bouldering |
Solo Climbing |
Belaying |
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Indoor Climbing |
Lead Climbing |
Rappeling |
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Traditional Climbing |
Top Roping |
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Avalanche Awareness |
Outdoor Survival |
First Aid |
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Environmental Awareness |
Navigation |
Search & Rescue |
Additional: Mountain Biking, Wildlife Viewing, Nature Observation
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