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If you are travelling to Brazil, a common question is whether you can drink the tap water. The answer depends on where you are. In large cities such as São Paulo , Rio de Janeiro , and Brasília the municipal water supply is treated and considered safe by local standards. However, many travellers are advised to avoid drinking tap water directly, because changes in water chemistry, old plumbing, and unfamiliar bacteria can cause stomach discomfort for visitors even when the wa

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

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

Travelling the Amazon River by passenger boat is a common and cost-effective way to move between cities in northern Brazil. The boat from Manaus to Santarem , which continues on to Belem , is one of the busiest and most accessible routes. The distance between Manaus and Santarém is about 740 kilometres along the Amazon River. The scheduled travel time by boat is 32 hours. However, river traffic, weather conditions, police checks, and mechanical issues often cause delays. So

The Parintins Folklore Festival (Festival Folclórico de Parintins), also known as the Boi-Bumbá Festival, is one of Brazil’s most unique...

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

Tickets for Carnival 2026 in Rio de Janeiro are almost sold out. Check here  to find out how to get tickets and don't forget you book your Carnival accommodation as early as possible. When most people think of Carnaval in Brazil, Rio de Janeiro often comes to mind first with its world-famous parades and Samba schools. However, Carnaval is celebrated with unique local music and traditions in many cities across the country. From the electrifying street parties in Salvador to