We did a 5-day tour through Jalapão, and it was an absolutely amazing experience! We got to see so many different and beautiful landscapes, incredible nature, waterfalls and wildlife, and learn more about the local culture and way of life. One of the highlights was meeting local people along the way, who welcomed us warmly, served us delicious homemade food, and shared their stories with us. It made the whole experience feel much more personal and authentic. And we honestly couldn’t have wished for a better guide than José! He was fantastic throughout the entire trip and played a huge part in making these five days so special. Thanks to him, the whole experience was not only beautiful and interesting, but truly unforgettable. We would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to discover the beauty, culture, and people of Jalapão!
Active Adventures in Brazil
Adventure holidays in Brazil for active travelers who want to do more than look: hike, paddle, dive, and track wildlife across the country’s wildest regions.
18 trips found
A 12-day Mount Roraima trekking tour with four full days on the plateau: Valley of the Crystals, Lake Gladys, El Foso and the three-country border.
Price from $1,550
Dive Fernando de Noronha over 2 days: two guided dives daily at 22 sites, certified instructors, up to 40 m visibility, turtles, rays and sharks.
Price from $350
A 4-day Jalapão trip from Palmas: crystal fervedouros, waterfalls, rafting on the Soninho, and quilombola culture, with cozy pousada stays.
Price from $600
A 4-day Amazon survival tour: learn fire-making, piranha fishing and river navigation, then sleep in hammocks under the canopy with expert local guides.
Price from $950
The Brazil Route of Emotions links Lençóis Maranhenses, the Parnaíba Delta and Jericoacoara in one 6-day private adventure across the Northeast.
Price from $950
Track wildlife on Pantanal safaris and night drives, snorkel the Barra do Sucuri, explore São Miguel Cave, and unwind by the river on this 5-day trip.
Price from $1,450
Navigate the rivers of the Amazon on a kayaking expedition and explore the forest in an authentic and immersive adventure.
Price from $500
A 3-day horseback crossing of Lençóis Maranhenses: ride the dunes and lagoons between welcoming local communities, from Lagoa Bonita to Santo Amaro.
Price from $1,100
Learn to dive in Fernando de Noronha. The Open Water diving course runs over 5 days and 6 dives, and earns a certification valid worldwide.
Price from $1,400
A 5-day Jalapão adventure through fervedouros, waterfalls, canyons and dunes, on foot and by 4x4, with expert local guides and cozy guesthouse stays.
Price from $750
A 4-day Jalapão tour from Palmas: fervedouros, Formiga Waterfall, golden dunes, Pedra Furada, and quilombola culture, with cozy pousada stays.
Price from $450
A 6-day Jalapão trekking crossing on foot: golden dunes, fervedouros, waterfalls, Class IV rafting, and nights with quilombola communities.
Price from $1,100
Level up with the advanced diving course in Fernando de Noronha: five specialty dives, a night dive and a worldwide SSI Advanced Adventurer certification.
Price from $1,300
Four dives in Fernando de Noronha’s 27°C water, a full-day 4x4 island tour and 4 nights with breakfast. Transfers and a bilingual guide included.
Price from $900
A small-ship Amazon expedition cruise: 3 to 5 guided excursions a day, en-suite cabins for 12 to 16 guests, and the Meeting of Waters.
Price from $2,600
What our travelers say
5.0 out of 5 · 148 reviews
My story began in 2018, when I did the Volta ao Parque itinerary. It was such a special experience that I fell in love with the agency's approach: a way of traveling that goes far beyond conventional tourist destinations, favoring adventure, nature, authentic experiences and, above all, close and respectful contact with local communities. And it was an excellent decision! The agency put together a personalized itinerary tailored to my expectations, taking care of all the logistics with competence and attention to detail. The result was a great success! There were days of absolutely incredible experiences: impressive caves, crystal-clear lagoons, waterfalls, lakes, trails, fervedouros and breathtaking landscapes. Each place gave us a different and, often, surprising experience. Our guide Vanderley knows the region deeply and knows how to combine adventure and nature with genuine experiences with the local communities, allowing us to get to know the Cerrado beyond its landscapes — also getting to know a bit of its culture, its stories and the people who are part of that territory. Another point that deserves highlighting is the logistics. We covered long distances and naturally faced some more tiring stretches, but everything was organized carefully and efficiently. And when our needs called for adjustments to the Jalapão itinerary, Vanderley was able to adapt the schedule with great sensitivity and mastery. I came back from this trip still intoxicated by the diversity and grandeur of the landscapes we saw. No photograph can fully convey what we experienced, but I will certainly keep in my memory the magic of every cave, waterfall, lagoon, trail and fervedouro — and, above all, the feeling of having lived experiences that would hardly be offered by a conventional trip. It is an agency for those who truly want to experience the destination, and not just visit it. My special thanks to the team for their dedication, their knowledge of the region, their organization and their care in turning a personalized itinerary into such a rich and memorable experience. Terra Ronca, Serras Gerais and Jalapão were dazzling. The trip was unforgettable. I'm already wondering what our next adventure will be! 💚🌿✨
Incredible experience. Both the guide who accompanied us from the start and the locals were excellent, taking us to places of indescribable beauty with safety, patience, dedication and care. We visited special places, which contributed a lot to a unique and exclusive experience.
It was a lovely trip with varied activities. We really enjoyed it! The highlight of Bonito was the Securi river, a unique experience to float in this bright blue water. In the Pantanal we enjoyed the different safaris. Unfortunately we didn't manage to spot a jaguar, but all the capybaras, caimans and beautiful birds made it absolutely worthwhile. With two "grown-up" children, the 4-person room with a bunk bed in the jungle lodge was actually just a bit too cozy.
It was exceptional 🙏🏻 the stays, the tours were perfect. Our guide Paulo was incredible.
The experience with PlanetaEXO and our amazing support Beatrice Bondanca was extraordinary! All suggested destinations from Rio to Amazon, Pantanal and Fernando de Noronha were just mindblowing! The hotels and tours selected by her as well as the support during our journey was exceptional! Our family enjoyed every minute of this trip! We had the best start at Copacabana, an unforgettable stay @Juma Lodge in the Amazon, saw all animals at Pantanal (on a daily basis Jaguars, Giant Otters and Tapirs) and relaxed on the world's most beautiful beaches with crystal clear water in Fernando de Noronha! Thank you Beatrice & your great team for these outstanding memories!
Urubu River is an outstanding place to visit. The whole trip was well organised from the beginning to the end. Food was delicious. Most importantly: Errikes and Gil are not only knowledgeable guides but also lovely people. Thanks for everything.
The trekking immersion tour we were apart of was meticulously planned and executed. At every juncture between hiking and off-road driving, never was there a time where we were forced to wait for someone to arrive to proceed with the tour. Given the intricate amount of unmarked dirt/sand roads this was very impressive. We wouldn't recommend navigating these roads unless you know the area well as reception is very limited if issues arise. All the hikes were fantastic, with different guides assisting throughout the entirety of the trip. The days were very full but everything we visited was stunning, the from the waterfalls to the fervedouros and the sand dunes. Furthermore the guides were very relaxed and ran the tour without stress. This demeanour rubbed off on all of the guests and made for a worry free adventure. The food and the community visits were also first class. We were welcomed to the homes of quilombo communities with such open arms. Also, as the only non Brazilians on the tour we felt very welcomed and were able to assist with dietary requirements even with a language barrier.
We had booked at PlanetaExo a five-day trip to the Pantanal. Including morning-day-evening safari's, hike, horsebackriding, Jaguar spotting. Clear and friendly communication whilst planning the itinerary, locations and accommodation options. Every aspect was exactly as discussed, including a great personal guide who was friendly, caring and knowledgable. It was perfect for our family of four. PlanetaExo made our visit to the Pantanal a wonderful, unforgettable experience.
The experience with PlanetaEXO and our amazing support Beatrice Bondanca was extraordinary! All suggested destinations from Rio to Amazon, Pantanal and Fernando de Noronha were just mindblowing! The hotels and tours selected by her as well as the support during our journey was exceptional! Our family enjoyed every minute of this trip! We had the best start at Copacabana, an unforgettable stay @Juma Lodge in the Amazon, saw all animals at Pantanal (on a daily basis Jaguars, Giant Otters and Tapirs) and relaxed on the world's most beautiful beaches with crystal clear water in Fernando de Noronha! Thank you Beatrice & your great team for these outstanding memories!
Adventure holidays in Brazil: Which active trip fits you?
An active adventure is a holiday you come home tired from, in the best way. Instead of watching Brazil through a bus window, you hike, paddle, dive, ride, and climb your way through it. The country gives you room for exactly that: more than 70 national parks and ecosystems that run from the world’s largest rainforest to table-top mountains older than the dinosaurs.
Adventure in Brazil decides the destination. In the Amazon Rainforest (around 60% of which sits in Brazilian territory), you can kayak blackwater channels, trek the jungle, and learn survival skills on routes of 3 to 6 days. The Pantanal, the world’s largest tropical wetland, is the wildlife-active option: horseback safaris and boat tracking for jaguars. In Chapada Diamantina, you hike to waterfalls and swim in glowing underground pools inside a 1,520 km² national park, while the dunes of the Lençóis Maranhenses and the springs of Jalapão add desert trekking and natural-pool floating to the mix.
So who are adventure holidays in Brazil for? Active travelers of almost any level. Most trips ask for reasonable fitness, comfort walking on uneven ground, tolerance for heat and humidity, and a few consecutive active days, but not athletic training or prior experience. Guides build skills as you go, so beginners and seasoned adventurers travel the same routes. Want a softer week? Surf lessons in Itacaré or a Bahia cycling route keep the pace friendly. For harder experiences, choose Mount Roraima or Pico da Neblina.
A note on how the trips work: PlanetaEXO’s packages cover the ground experience (guiding, accommodation, listed meals, and transfers from the gateway city) but not international or domestic flights. Most adventure tours in Brazil run as small groups, often capped around 6 to 16, with private departures available from 2 people. Whether you want a single activity or a multi-activity week that strings several together, we price it by trip, not by brochure.
