Adventure Travel Guides & Field Notes

Plan your Salkantay Trail hike to Machu Picchu in Peru, with the route, Humantay Lake, high pass, best season, days, where to sleep, and Salkantay vs Inca Trail!

Discover the most fascinating facts about the animals in Galapagos, from giant tortoises to whale sharks, and where you can spot them during your trip!

The best time to visit Torres del Paine in Chilean Patagonia, month by month, with daylight, temperatures, wind, and park rules for the W and O treks.

A sacred Andean apu, South America’s only bear, breathtaking glaciers, and a hidden view of Machu Picchu. Learn 10 facts about Salkantay Mountain!

Understand Amazon tour prices in Brazil for different travel styles. See what’s included and what’s excluded and how to plan a cost-effective trip!

An Australian biologist’s 5 solo days at Caiman in Brazil’s South Pantanal: a day with Onçafari’s jaguars, hyacinth macaw nests, and honest advice.

15 years of waiting, a 6-day full itinerary, and dunes like snow: a retired Slovenian professor’s honest account of Lençóis Maranhenses.

Korean producer Jihee Yeon crossed Lençóis Maranhenses on foot to film for KBS: the dunes, the hammocks, the children, safety in Brazil and her tips.

Olivia’s family did the 3-day Lençóis Maranhenses trek in Brazil: the dunes, the guides, safety, the language barrier, and her tips for first-timers.

A British family’s 4 days on a South Pantanal cattle ranch: horse riding, a sharp-eyed guide, caipirinhas, a broken finger and honest advice.

A Swiss doctor and his family on a 4-day jaguar safari in the Pantanal, Brazil: five jaguars in a day, a private guide, and honest advice.

Sandy knows Brazil well but had never seen the Pantanal. Three nights on the Miranda River with her son: wildlife, a talented guide, and honest advice.

Discover 8 facts about Uakari Floating Lodge, the community-run ecolodge inside Brazil’s Mamirauá Reserve in the heart of the Amazon.

Wildlife, mosquitoes, heat, river swims and vaccines: what really poses a risk in the Brazilian Amazon, and how to travel there safely.

Erica L. spent 3 days on a floating lodge in the Brazilian Amazon: the dolphins, the guides, the food, safety and her tips for first-timers.

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.

From guides breaking stereotypes to community leaders transforming the local economy, meet the women in ecotourism driving authentic experiences across Brazil

In an unprecedented meeting, the ecotourism platform brings together its team and local operators to discuss community impact and environmental preservation amid the region’s growing international projection. PlanetaEXO, an international platform specializing in adventure travel and sustainability, announced the launch of “EXO Connection,” a strategic initiative designed to bring its corporate team closer to the […]

Discover everything you need to know to have an unforgettable experience scuba diving and snorkeling in Fernando de Noronha Fernando de Noronha is known for the beauty of its crystal-clear waters, gorgeous white-sand beaches, and an elegant, peaceful atmosphere. This makes it one of the best destinations in Brazil for people looking for leisure and […]

Discover the main neighborhoods and best accommodations across different categories in Fernando de Noronha Don’t know where to stay when you’re diving in Fernando de Noronha? This paradisiacal island has several accommodation options, from luxury hotels to modest guesthouses. When choosing the best option for you, it’s important to consider some aspects, including budget, desired […]

Meet Jean and Mailys, a French father and daughter who dove into the beauty of the crystal-clear seas of Fernando de Noronha. Some trips are taken to see the world, while others are meant to reconnect with those we love. For Jean Laprevotte (60), a Frenchman who has called São Paulo home for just over […]

Planning a luxury vacation in Brazil? 5 expert tips on luxury lodges, Amazon cruises and private safaris to explore the wild in total comfort.

From jungle lodges to river cruises, see how ecotourism in Brazil thrives in these 7 incredible Amazon tours! Highlighted by The Wall Street Journal in 2024 as a nature destination worth visiting, ecotourism in the Amazon Rainforest is crucial for economic growth, for the financial health of local communities, and for environmental protection. Every year, […]

The activities of river cruises in the Amazon Rainforest differ depending on the season, making each trip totally remarkable As ecotourism tours in the Amazon become even more comfortable and focused on exploring nature responsibly, river cruises are great for travelers looking for comfort, rich itineraries, eco-friendly practices, and one-of-a-kind experiences. Considering the influence of […]