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Welcome to the Next Stop: Brazil Blog
Here you'll find curated travel itineraries for some of Brazil's best travel destinations, guides for visiting the best tourist attractions, and my personal food & accommodation recommendations. Feeling more adventurous? Find guides to help you get off the beaten path and discover some of Brazil's best hidden gems.


Where to see wild animals in Brazil
Brazil contains some of the most diverse ecosystems on Earth. Its wetlands, rainforests, coastal islands, and mountain forests hold thousands of animal species, from mammals to birds and aquatic animals. Brazil is a perfect travel destination for anyone who wants to spot wild animals in their natural habitats. Wildlife tourism in Brazil varies across regions, with diverse ecosystems supporting different animals depending on the environment. The Pantanal offers the most relia
Nov 28, 2025


Is Snake Island in Brazil a real place?
Snake Island in Brazil is a real location officially called Ilha da Queimada Grande (Big Burn Island). It is recognised as one of the most restricted islands in the world because of its unusually dense population of snakes, particularly the golden lancehead viper. The Brazilian government strictly controls access to the island for both safety and conservation purposes. Where is Snake Island in Brazil Snake Island is located about 33 kilometres off the coast of São Paulo, Braz
Nov 4, 2025


What are pink river dolphins and where to see them in the Brazilian Amazon Jungle
The Amazon River is home to two species of river dolphin. The pink river dolphin ( Inia geoffrensis ), also called boto, is the larger and more widely known species. Adults can reach up to 2.5 metres in length and weigh more than 150 kilograms. They are easily identified by their long beaks, flexible necks, and pink colouring, which becomes more visible with age. The second species is the tucuxi ( Sotalia fluviatilis ). It is smaller, usually less than 1.5 metres in length, a
Oct 27, 2025


12 incredible things to see and do in the Amazon Rainforest, Brazil
The Brazilian Amazon is not a single destination but a vast region the size of a continent, stitched together by an immense network of rivers. Travelling here means entering a world where water is the main road, the main food source and the main link between communities. Instead of highways you move along waterways, passing floating houses, river islands, dense forest and open sandbanks. The experience is as much about the journey as the places themselves. Three cities serve
Oct 2, 2025


What is the Brazilian wandering spider: Is it really that dangerous?
The Brazilian wandering spider is a species group of large, nocturnal spiders belonging to the genus Phoneutria . The name “wandering”...
Sep 23, 2025


Brazil Wildlife Guide: 18 Crazy Animals of the Amazon Rainforest, Pantanal & more
Brazil is home to a wide range of ecosystems, each supporting distinct wildlife adapted to its environment. With 6 distinct biomes - Amazon Rainforest, Cerrado (savanna), Atlantic Rainforest, Caatinga (semi-arid), Pantanal (wetlands), and Pampa (grasslands) - Brazil is home to an incredibly diverse range of animals. The Amazon Rainforest , the world’s largest tropical rainforest, contains species that thrive in dense, humid conditions, while the Pantanal, the world's largest
Mar 27, 2025


The Ultimate Birdwatcher's Guide to Brazil: Where to see Brazil's most iconic birds
Brazil is a birdwatcher’s paradise, boasting a staggering variety of avian species due to its vast and diverse landscapes. From the Amazon Rainforest to the Pantanal wetlands, Brazil’s unique ecosystems and climates provide habitats for some of the world's most spectacular birds. The country's biodiversity is unparalleled, with over 1,800 bird species, making it a great destination for bird lovers. Each region of Brazil offers a distinct birdwatching experience, influenced b
Sep 27, 2024
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