Bolivia
Bordering Lake Titicaca, the highest commercially navigable
lake in the world, boasting amazing geological phenomena
such as the Valley of the Moon and the world’s largest salt
flats, as well as thousands of square miles of virgin Amazon
rainforest and Andean peaks, it is evident there’s much to see
on a Bolivia tour.
B O L I V I A
Bolivia is a destination that is largely
off the beaten track. However, the country
rewards the visitor with unparalleled
scenery, a fascinating history and a
remarkable variety of cultures, many
dating from before the Spanish arrival.
The country also has a long, eventful history - from Inca
and Spanish conquests to troubled independence. This has
inevitably left its cultural mark. The country is filled with
pre-Inca ruins, such as Tiwanaku; Inca remnants, such as the
Temple of the Moon on Lake Titicaca; Colonial architecture, as
seen in Sucre and La Paz; and bustling, modern cities, such as
Santa Cruz.
Whet your appetite on our suggested itineraries, designed by
our specialist team. Choose one of these or alter to design your
own journey.
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B O L I V I A
Highlights of Bolivia
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Overland journey from Puno to Juli, located at the shores of Lake Titicaca.
Hydrofoil cruise to Moon Island, visit the Sun Virgins Temple and continue to Sun
Island. Day 2: Visit the Inca ‘Grand Stairs’ and the Sacred Fountain and take a hydrofoil
cruise to Huatajata where you will be visiting many highlights. Day 3: Overland journey
to La Paz and visit the Moon Valley. Day 4: Fly to Uyuni, visit the Salt Lake and Isla
Pescado. Lunch at Isla Pescado, also called ‘Incawasi’, an oasis with formations of
algae and fossils. Day 5: Enjoy a full-day excursion to the small village of Tahua, at
the foot of Thunupa Volcano. Stroll through the village and hike
to the cave of the Coquesa Mummies. Day 6: Fly to La Paz. Day 7: Departure day.
Why not add
Lake Titicaca Cruising / Inca Tour / El Chimu Grande /
Peru Tours / Bolivian Amazon Jungle trip in Rurrenabaque.
Note
Additional transportation can be organised to start the tour from Cusco.
From great lakes to spectacular
salt flats, this 7-day tour offers
a fascinating snapshot of Bolivia.
The journey takes in Lake Titicaca,
the bustling city of La Paz and Uyuni.
BR
PERU
Puno
BOLIVIA
Copacabana
La Paz
Uyuni
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CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
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CHILE
ARGENTINA
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La Paz Stopover
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in La Paz. Day 2: City tour of La Paz, visiting the Main Square (Plaza
Murillo), San Francisco Church, the Witches’ Market, the Precious Metals Museum
and the Killi Killi Watchtower. Following the tour of the city, you will visit the amazing
geological shapes of the Valley of the Moon. Day 3: Visit the ruins of Tiwanaku, the
capital of a pre-Inca civilization, located some 72 km (45 miles) from La Paz, near the
south-eastern shores of Lake Titicaca. Day 4: Departure day.
La Paz is the world’s highest capital
and a fascinating blend of Colonial
and indigenous customs, peoples
and architecture in an exquisite
Andean setting.
BR
PERU
BOLIVIA
La Paz
Tiwanaku
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CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
PA R A
CHILE
ARGENTINA
Suggested itinerary
B O L I V I A
Airstream Camper in Uyuni
Day 1: Arrive in La Paz. Day 2: City tour of La Paz and its surroundings, and the Moon
Valley - a clay formation resembling the face of the Moon. Day 3: Visit the magnificent
Titicaca Lake and take a hydrofoil cruise to Sun Island, Moon Island and Copacabana.
Day 4: Fly to Uyuni and enjoy the fascinating landscape at the highest and largest salt
lake in the world. At sunset, experience a real adventure in a hot air balloon. Dinner and
overnight at Luna Salada (hotel made of salt). Day 5: Visit Colchani, the Salt Hills, Ojos
de Agua, the Salt Museum and Inka Wasi Island. Dinner and overnight at Uyuni Salt Lake
aboard your deluxe travel trailer. Day 6: Fly to La Paz. Overnight at Hotel Presidente.
Day 7: Departure day.
The sound of silence makes the heart
beat faster and the surreal pentagons
of crystalline salt will make you feel that
there is no other place like this in the
whole world.
ALTITUDE
CULTURE
PERU
BOLIVIA
Lake Titicaca
La Paz
Uyuni
DAILY DEPART
PA
CHILE
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Rurrenabaque: The Bolivian Amazon
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Transfer airport – Rurrenabaque. Boat trip through Beni River before arriving at
San Miguel del Bala Ecolodge. A short boat ride and adventurous hike along a stream.
Swim and relax in a natural pool fed by a waterfall. Walk to the San Miguel Community
Tacana architecture customs and ethnic traditions, handicrafts, elaboration of tasty
sugar. Day 2: Boat trip to Caquiawara within the Madidi National Park, watching
macaws and walking in the forest to fishing and looking for the animal trails. Hiking
through the rain forest learning about ancestral hunting techniques. Night walk
through the jungle to see other animals. Day 3: Hiking through primary forest where
we visit areas with lots of fruits and salty soil that attracts animals. We end in the long
narrow canyon with its amazing rock formations. Transfer to Rurrenabaque.
Madidi National Park, in the upper
Amazon River Basin in Bolivia, boasts
some of the highest biodiversity
on earth. Enjoy the wildlife of the
area with this 3-day, excellent value
jungle experience.
BRAZI
PERU
Rurrenabaque
BOLIVIA
ACTIVE
ALTITUDE
CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
B O L I V I A
PA R A G U
La Paz to San Pedro
CHILE
ARGENTINA
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in La Paz. Day 2: Fly to Uyuni. Visit the Salt Lake and Isla Pescado. Day 3:
Continue your trip to Soniquera for overnight. On the way you visit the minor lagoons
and the Desert of Siloli. Day 4: Start an overland journey to Laguna Colorada (60 km2)
at an altitude of 4,278 mtrs. After crossing the Chilean border, transfer to your hotel
in San Pedro de Atacama.
Optional
Why not add our La Paz Stopover?
Driving across the world’s largest salt
lake, the Salar de Uyuni, is truly one of
the greatest experiences available to
the South American traveller.
BRAZ
PERU
BOLIVIA
La Paz
Uyuni
ACTIVE
ALTITUDE
CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
San Pedro
CHILE
ARGENTINA
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PA R A G
Bolivian Titicaca
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Board your regular bus from La Paz to Copacabana. In the afternoon, you
will visit the beautiful baroque-Moorish-style Virgen de la Candelaria Church and
the nearby handicraft market. If you are feeling energetic you can also climb the hill
to The Calvary, which is a unique monument merging native religious beliefs and
Christianity. Day 2: In the morning you will take a boat from Copacabana to Yumani,
from where you will take a four-hour hike along the ancient Inca paths. A packed
lunch is provided for the hike. In the afternoon you will will arrive at the Chinkana Inca
Temple and Sacred Rock. Hiking a little further we reach Challapampa, which is a
charming village with a small, local Inca museum. From Challapampa, you will return
by motorboat to Copacabana. Day 3: Bus from Copacabana to Puno.
This 3-day tour lets you enjoy
the Bolivian side of the world’s
highest navigable lake and
appreciate what the ‘seaside’
is like for a land‑locked country!
B
PERU
Puno
Yumani
Copacabana
La Paz
BOLIVIA
ALTITUDE
CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
FAMILY FRIENDLY
PA R
CHILE
Salt Hotel Experience
Located at the edge of the vast salt flats of Uyuni, this unique hotel is made entirely
out of blocks of salt extracted from the flats themselves.
B O L I V I A
ARGENTINA
All 27 en-suite rooms have been uniquely decorated by local artists and there’s no
need to worry about getting cold during the freezing nights as each room has special
bed sheets designed specifically for the hotel, 24-hour heating and hot water and a
bath with separate adjustable heating.
After a long day of exploring and taking photographs, guests can relax at the hotel’s
spa, watch a film in the cinema or marvel at the incredibly clear night sky in the
Astronomic Observatory. Dinner is served in the hotel’s restaurant and bar.
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Located at the edge of the vast salt
PERU
flats of Uyuni, this unique hotel is made
entirely out of blocks of salt extracted
from the flats themselves.
BOLIVIA
Salar de Uyuni
ALTITUDE
PA R A G U AY
CULTURE
CHILE
ARGENTINA
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Argentina
From the arid altiplano of the Andes and humid jungles
of the North, down through celebrated wine country
and lush open pampas (home to the Gauchos), travel to
Argentina could even take you to the ‘end of the world’
amidst the dramatic, windswept settings of Patagonia.
With natural wonders such as the Perito Moreno glacier, opportunities for close
encounters with penguins and whales, fantastic skiing and trekking, you certainly
won’t be bored on an Argentina tour.
The country’s endless variety of striking scenery, adventure and history, mixed with
the delicious flavours of fine, local wine and succulent steak, offers a feast to satisfy
the appetite of any traveller.
A R G E N T I N A
Argentina is also home to one of the world’s most sophisticated, exciting and lively
capital cities, which oozes style, charm, tango and a passion for football, all of which
can be enjoyed on a Buenos Aires tour.
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Last but not least is the spectacular sight of the Iguazú Falls. Surrounded by pristine
jungle, this cascading beauty is a must, with many people travelling from around the
world to enjoy an Iguazú Falls holiday.
Read on and view our suggested itineraries designed by our specialist team. Travel on
one of these or alter and design your own Argentinean escape.
We also have our own operations in Argentina, directly employing local guides and
local support staff and allowing us to cut out numerous middlemen and keep our
prices low.
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Highlights of Argentina
Suggested itinerary
See also A R G E N T I N A
Day 1: Arrive in Buenos Aires. Day 2: City tour, taking in sites such as the Plaza de
Mayo, Recoleta Cemetery as well as the famous La Boca and San Telmo districts.
Day 3: Free day to explore Buenos Aires. Feel transported back in time with the
‘La Ventana’ tango show in the evening. Day 4: Fly to Salta. Day 5: Day trip along
Route 40 crossing the most starkly beautiful areas of Argentina, including The Great
Salt Flat. Day 6: Day trip around Humahuaca, visiting ancient ruins , the Archaeological
Museum and more. Day 7: Fly to Puerto Iguazú. Day 8: Travel to the Iguazú Falls
on the Argentinian side and visit ‘Devils Gorge’, arguably the most spectacular falls.
Day 9: Visit the falls from the Brazilian side of the border. Transfer to the airport for
your outward flight from Puerto Iguazú.
Argentina in Depth / Classic Argentina.
Juan Jose Mendoza Arredondo, Chimu Adventures Peru Director:
“Highlights of Argentina” offers our travelers the opportunity to
get a good glance of the vast country that Argentina is, ranging
from the most Europeanised city in Latin America, to breathtaking
salt mines ending in one of the most amazing national parks the
region has to offer.”
BOLIVIA
BRAZIL
PARAGUAY
ILE
Salta
CH
From gauchos to glaciers, this trip is
perfect for those wanting a taste of
Argentina on a short schedule. Visit all
the major regions and sample their
delights. The Land of the Tango awaits...
Puerto Iguazú
ARGENTINA
URUGUAY
Buenos Aires
CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
FAMILY FRIENDLY
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Buenos Aires Stopover
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Buenos Aires. Day 2: : Explore the busy centre, including the Plaza de
Mayo, Recoleta Cemetery and the famous La Boca and San Telmo districts on a city
tour. In the evening you will be captivated by the La Ventana tango show. Day 3: Enjoy
one of our optional, suggested city highlights below.* Day 4: Departure day.
*
Options are subject to availability upon arrival to Buenos Aires.
Optional
Extra nights in Buenos Aires / Tango hotel / Tango lessons / Personal.
shopper / Colonia visit / Gaucho estancias / Iguazú Falls / Rio de Janeiro
This 4-day tour offers a chance to
explore the ‘Paris of the South’ in the
dynamic, sophisticated and irresistible
Buenos Aires.
BOLIVIA
BRAZIL
CH
ILE
PARAGUAY
ARGENTINA
URUGUAY
Buenos Aires
A R G E N T I N A
CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Buenos Aires Highlights
Dinner and drinks at The Argentine Experience
The Argentine Experience offers you a completely unique dining experience which cleverly blends
exquisite food and wine, local culture and social integration. Individuals, couples, families and groups
are mixed around two 13-person banquet tables, led by two charismatic guides, and supported by
our international team.
Private 1-hour beginner’s tango lesson
Our expert and friendly tango teacher has the patience and charm to get beginners dancing more
than just the basic steps, and also the ability to help experienced dancers move up a level. This city
highlight includes private return transfers from the hotel to our private San Telmo tango studio.
Half-day bike tour
Breathe in the fresh air of the northern Palermo district and get to know the story behind the
National Library, Plaza Francia, Recoleta Cemetary, the Law Faculty, Metal Flower, Carlos Thays,
Parque 3 de Febrero, and both botanical and rose gardens. Lasts 3-4 hours.
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El Iguazú
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Puerto Iguazú.* Day 2: Private tour of the Argentinian side of the Falls,
experiencing the deafening roar of the Garganta del Diablo – Devil’s Throat.
Day 3: Departure day.
*
This tour can start and finish at either Foz do Iguaçu airport (Brazil) or
Puerto Iguazú airport (Argentina).
Optional
Tour of Brazilian side of the Falls / Buenos Aires / Rio de Janeiro.
BOLIVIA
BRAZIL
PARAGUAY
ILE
Puerto Iguazú
CH
In Portuguese, it is ‘Iguaçu’; in Spanish
it is ‘Iguazú’ – either way, the name
conjures up spectacular images of vast
amounts of water cascading through
virgin rainforest. Undoubtedly, one of
the world’s must-see destinations.
ARGENTINA
URUGUAY
CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
FAMILY FRIENDLY
A R G E N T I N A
Yacutinga Lodge
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Puerto Iguazú. Guided transfer through the Urugua-I Provincial Park
to the Yacutinga Lodge. Guided night walk through the rainforest. Day 2: Canoe ride
down the San Francisco stream, a tributary of the Iguazú River. Afternoon guided
walk along the rainforest trails. Day 3: Departure day. Free time to explore the
interpretation trails before your transfer to Puerto Iguazú.
Optional
Iguazú Falls / Buenos Aires to Rio / Pantanal / Brazilian Amazon.
BOLIVIA
BRAZIL
PARAGUAY
Puerto Iguazú
CH
ILE
Within striking distance of Iguazú Falls, the
Yacutinga lodge and private Wildlife Nature
Reserve lies in the heart of the Argentine
Rainforest. Away from the bustling tourism of
the Falls, you are sure to see why this lodge
was voted one of the best in South America.
ARGENTINA
URUGUAY
ALTITUDE
CULTURE
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Argentina Ski Package
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Regular transfer from Bariloche airport to the magnificent Ski Sur Apartments,
located on the mountainside. Day 2: Private transfer with English-speaking guide to
the ski slopes. Days 3 to 7: Time to explore the wonders of the resort and some of its
many great runs. Day 8: Last day on the slopes - why not push yourself that extra bit
further by trying one of the harder runs?
Included
Lodging, 7-day lift pass, private transfers to and from the airport with
Spanish-speaking driver.
Excluded
Domestic flights, medical insurance, optional tours, ski hire, some meals.
BOLIVIA
BRAZIL
CH
Located in the heart of the Argentinian
lake district, Bariloche is the gateway to
the ‘Gran Catherdral’ ski resort.
ILE
PARAGUAY
ARGENTINA
URUGUAY
Bariloche
A R G E N T I N A
ACTIVE
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Across the Andes on Horseback
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Mendoza. Day 2: Drive to Las Hornillas to begin the Andean adventure.
Day 3: Enjoy the first ride through spectacular scenery from Las Hornillas to camp at
El Penon. Day 4: Ride for 8 hours through mountains and valleys to the next camp
at Vegas el Yeso. Day 5: This day admire the highest mountain in the American
continent, the Aconcagua, with a height of 6962 metres. Make way to the next
camp at Valle de los Patos. Day 6: Continue riding through the Andes and reach the
Chilean border. Day 7: Day of rest. Day 8: Begin return back to Mendoza as you ride
BOLIVIA
to Rancho de Lata. Day 9: Ride on the high Andes crests, reaching 4300 metres,
passing the Paso Honda (Sling Pass). Day 10: Your last ride will take you back down
the Andes before transferring into Mendoza. Day 11: Departure day.
BRAZIL
ACTIVE
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ALTITUDE
CULTURE
CH
Spend 11 days crossing the majestic
Andes on horseback with this amazing
adventure. You will see breathtaking
mountains, valleys, canyons and
rivers, guided by a real Argentinian
mountain horseman!
ILE
PARAGUAY
ARGENTINA
Aconcagua
Mendoza
URUGUAY
FAMILY FRIENDLY
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Patagonia Estancia Experience
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Estancia Nibepo Aike. Day 2: Horse ride climbing up the Cordon de
los Cristales mountain range continuing to Laguna 3 de Abril, a habitat for flamingos
and black-necked swans, kaiken (upland goose) and steamer ducks, as well
as
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numerous salmonidae. Day 3: Horse ride south to the Balcony of the Glaciers. Day 4:
Southern Arm of Lago Argentino. Horse ride along the shore of the lake.
BRAZIL
CH
ILE
PARAGUAY
URUGUAY
Estancia Nibepo Aike is situated on the
southern arm of Lake Argentina, just
56 km from El Calafate town, within
Los Glaciares National Park, in utterly
unspoilt countryside of incomparable
natural beauty.
ACTIVE
CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
ARGENTINA
El Calafate
FAMILY FRIENDLY
A R G E N T I N A
Ushuaia Discovery
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Ushuaia. Day 2: Trekking + canoeing OR zodiacs in Tierra del Fuego
National Park. Discover the true nature of the secret within this national park. Walk
through the forests and canoe down rivers and across lagoons. Day 3: Off-road Lakes
Adventure. This trip is our amusing, intense and friendly way to discover the secrets
hidden behind the Southern Andes Range. Day 4: Depart Ushuaia.
BOLIVIA
Recommended Board one of our breathtaking cruises to Antarctica, departing from
Ushuaia. More information on these cruises from page 108 of this brochure.
CH
ILE
BRAZIL
PARAGUAY
Ushuaia is the capital of Tierra del
Fuego, gateway to Antarctica and the
world’s most southerly city. To the
north, the Martial Mountains, part of the
great Andes range; to the south, the
Beagle Channel.
ACTIVE
CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
FAMILY FRIENDLY
URUGUAY
ARGENTINA
Ushuaia
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Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Salta. Free afternoon to explore the city. Day 2: Half-day city tour
showing you the main highlights of the city. Day 3: Salta to Cachi, driving through
Los Cardones National Park before arriving in Cachi. The total drive to Cachi is 157km
and takes around 4-5 hours with plenty of photo stops along the way. Day 4: Cachi
to Cafayate, passing through Valley of the Arrows before arriving in Cafayate. Day 5:
Cafayate to Salta along the Route 68 through ‘Quebrada de las Conchas’ (Valley
of the Shells). Your journey will end at Finca Valentina, a wonderful hacienda/farm
house located just outside of Salta. Day 6: Free day to relax at the hacienda in Salta.
Day 7: Salta, San Antonio de los Cobres, the Salt Flats and Purmamarca. Day 8:
Purmamarca to Humahuaca, Tilcara, then return to Salta. Day 9: Departure day.
Train to the Clouds
The northwest region around Salta
is arguably the most beautiful part of
Argentina. With its wine country Andean
puma, bright red gorges, jagged mountain
valleys, salt flats, arid desert, friendly people
and great food, Salta will be enjoyed by all.
BOLIVIA
BRAZIL
PARAGUAY
Salta
ILE
Optional
CH
A R G E N T I N A
Salta: Valleys and Canyons
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URUGUAY
ACTIVE
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CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
FAMILY FRIENDLY
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Brazil
Brazil is continental in size, geography and variety. A trip to Brazil
could take you from the remote waters of the Amazon, the
dazzling sandy beaches of the Atlantic coast, the
wildlife-rich wetlands of the Pantanal, to the
roaring cascading waters of Iguaçu Falls.
Enticing cities ooze with culture and heritage – from the rich African
influences of Salvador and the modernism of Brasilia, to the
Colonial streets of Ouro Preto or Olinda.
Distances are vast. Accents, shades, sounds, sights, folklore, food and
outlook can be markedly different everywhere you visit. But one thing
remains the same throughout – the Brazilian people are one of the
liveliest, open, fun-loving nationalities on Earth.
Pressed for time? Why not simply enjoy one of South America’s
liveliest cities on a Rio de Janeiro tour, taking in the city’s
renowned sites and famous beaches.
B R A Z I L
Get ready to samba, enjoy the seducing melodies
of bossa nova, and perhaps experience Carnival –
the world’s greatest party – on a
Chimu-made holiday in Brazil!
On the following pages you will find our
suggested itineraries designed by our
specialist team. Choose one of these or
alter to design your own journey.
We also have our own operations
in Brazil, directly employing local
guides and local support staff and
allowing us to cut out numerous
middlemen and keep our prices low.
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Highlights of Brazil
B R A Z I L
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Rio. Day 2: City tour - a panoramic journey through Rio visiting sites
such as the Christ the Redeemer Statue, Copacabana and Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Enjoy lunch at a typical churrasquería. Day 3: Free day in Rio. Relax on the worldfamous beaches or explore this incredible city some more. Day 4: Transfer to Ilha
Grande. Walking tour of Abraao. Day 5: Free day in Ilha Grande. Hike or relax on the
many beaches. Day 6: Free morning. Afternoon transfer to Paraty. Day 7: Boat tour
of Paraty’s tropical islands. Day 8: Transfer to Sao Paulo for your flight to Foz do
Iguaçu. Day 9: Visit the Argentinian side of the spectacular Iguaçu Falls to experience
the deafening roar of the Garganta del Diablo – Devil’s Throat! Day 10: Departure
day. Visit the Brazilian side of the Falls.
Recommended Pantanal Lodge tour
Nick Macciocca, Chimu Adventures Managing Director Brazil:
“A great package that shows the best of Brazil – the raw energy
and natural beauty of Rio, undisturbed tropical paradise that
is Ilha Grande and the awe‑inspiring force of mother nature at
Iguazu Falls.”
This 10-day tour boasts the best
of Brazil. From the stunning city of Rio,
we’ll take you to the car-free island of
Ilha Grande and Colonial town of Paraty
before experiencing the spectacular
Iguaçu Falls.
BOLIVIA
BRAZIL
Rio de Janeiro
Sao Paulo
PA R A G U AY
CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
Ilha Grande
Foz do
Iguaçu
FAMILY FRIENDLY
U R U G U AY
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Classic Brazil
Day 1: Arrive in Rio. Day 2: City tour. Enjoy a panoramic trip through Rio visiting sites
such as the Christ the Redeemer Statue, Copacabana and Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Enjoy lunch at a typical churrasquería. Day 3: Free day in Rio. Relax on the worldfamous beaches or explore this incredible city some more. Day 4: Fly to the
Pantanal. Drive to Rio Mutum ecolodge. Day 5: Free day in Pantanal. Many activities
available including walking trails, horse riding, photographic safari and caiman
tour. Day 6: Free day to enjoy more of the wildlife and activities. Day 7: Transfer
to Sao Paulo. Day 8: Transfer to Ilha Grande. Day 9: Free day in Ilha Grande. Hike
or relax on the many beaches. Day 10: Free morning. Afternoon transfer to Paraty.
Day 11: Boat tour of Paraty’s tropical islands. Day 12: Transfer to Sao Paulo for our
flight to Foz do Iguaçu. Day 13: Visit the Argentinian side of the spectacular Iguaçu
Falls to experience the deafening roar of the Garganta del Diablo – Devil’s Throat.
Day 14: Departure day.
Optional
B R A Z I L
Suggested itinerary
Wine trail
This 13-day tour offers a taste of
Brazilian living. From stunning Rio to
the car-free island of Ilha Grande and
Colonial town of Paraty, to the wildlife
haven of the Pantanal and finally the
spectacular Iguaçu Falls.
Pantanal
BOLIVIA
BRAZIL
Rio de Janeiro
PA R A G U AY
Sao Paulo
Ilha Grande
Foz do
Iguaçu
ALTITUDE
CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
FAMILY FRIENDLY
U R U G U AY
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Rio Stopover
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Rio de Janeiro. Day 2: A panoramic city tour starting at the bottom
of Corcovado Hill where you will ascend the mountain by train. Visit the statue of
Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana and Sugar Loaf Mountain and enjoy a traditional
Brazilian BBQ lunch. Day 3: Free day to relax in Ipanema or Copacabana beach.
If you’re wanting to be a bit more active, consider an optional Favela tour.*
Day 4: Departure day.
*
Optional excursions available.
Optional
Buzios on a budget / Ilha Grande
This 4-day tour offers the perfect
opportunity to experience one of the
world’s most famous cities.
BOLIVIA
BRAZIL
Rio de Janeiro
PA R A G U AY
CULTURE
DAILY DEPART
FAMILY FRIENDLY
B R A Z I L
U R U G U AY
Carnival in Brazil
Rio Carnivalé
Summer Olympics 2016
Chimu Adventures creates personalised packages to
Brazil during Carnival. Contact us to create your own
festival bash. From watching in the stands or being part
of the parade, contact us to tailor your unique experience.
In 2016, Brazil will play a lead part on the stage of world
sport, hosting the Summer Olympics! All of this can
be witnessed through Chimu Adventures. Register your
interest early for the opportunity to witness this event.
After the success of our 2014 World Cup programs,
we look forward to 2016!
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Suggested itineraries designed by our specialist team! Choose an itinerary or alter to design your own journey.
Pantanal - Pousada Rio Mutum
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Cuiabá Airport and begin your four-hour drive to Rio Mutum
Eco‑Lodge. The Rio Mutum Lodge consists of cottage-like apartments which are
spread throughout 7-hectare site offering privacy and peace. Day 2: Set off on
horseback for a ride through the jungle, up to the edge of the Siá Mariana bay. After
lunch, head out by boat for a photographic safari on the largely unexplored Mutum
River. Day 3: Rise early for a magical canoe trip down the Mutum River at sunrise.
Return to Cuiabá Airport.
Enjoy the world’s largest wetlands
– the Pantanal. This 3-night stay in
the beautiful Rio Mutum Eco-Lodge
will allow you to explore the area’s
unsurpassed natural wonders.
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Manaus Jungle Lodge
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Day 1: Transfer from Manaus to the Amazon Ecopark Lodge by a comfortable
30-minute boat ride. Afternoon visit to Monkey Jungle. Evening alligator-spotting
trip. Day 2: Nature hike through the impenetrable jungle, visiting the local Amazonian
residents and piranha fishing with the local Caboclos. (Amazonian residents)
Day 3: Full-day tour to see ‘Meeting of the Waters’, Rio Negro converges with
Amazon Mainstream. Day 4: Departure day. Transfer back to Manaus.
Manaus is one of the most popular
Amazon Jungle locations in South
America. Spend your time spotting
pink dolphins and alligators in the river,
watching monkeys at play and trying
to catch the infamous piranha.
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Emerald Coast
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Rio de Janeiro. Day 2: Visit Corcovado Hill by foot and ascend by train
daring yourself through Tijuca Forest and see Christ the Redeemer up close. Explore
several sites such as Maracana Stadium, Sambadrome, Metropolitan Cathedral and
the famous arches around Copacabana. Day 3: Free day in Rio, relax on the beach
or consider an optional tour throughout the favelas. Day 4: Transfer to the port to
aboard a ferry towards Ilha Grande. Day 5: Free day in Ilha Grande; go for an active
hike or take a day off and relax on the beach. Day 6: Transfer from Ilha Grande to
Paraty. Day 7: Embark on a schooner to enjoy a day of relaxed sailing; lunch on board
is provided. Day 8: Transfer from Paraty to Rio de Janeiro. Day 9: Depart from your
hotel and take a private transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Discover the Emerald Coast by visiting
the well known tourist
attractions like
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Christ the Redeemer and combine it
with leisure and pure nature on this
fantastic 9-day journey.
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