Plan your trip
Plan your trip to Brazil
To prepare a trip to Brazil, check the entry rules for your passport first, then pick your dates by region and season, and book flights. After that, sort out money, a SIM card or eSIM, health advice and how you get from the airport. Each step below links to a full guide built on official sources.
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At a glance
| Question | Short answer |
|---|---|
| What comes first? | Entry rules for your passport, checked on official websites |
| How do I choose dates? | By region: rainy seasons differ across Brazil |
| Do I need cash? | Some, for small purchases; cards work widely in cities |
| Can I use my phone? | Yes, with a registered Brazilian SIM card or eSIM, or roaming |
| Who can help? | We plan private trips; a person replies the same working day |
How to use this page
Work through the sections in order: documents and flights, then dates, then the practical details for the days on the ground. Each line links to a page with the details and its sources. For destinations beyond Rio, see the Brazil travel guide.
Before you go
- Brazil visa requirements: who needs a visa and where to check the official rules
- Flights to Brazil: direct routes to Rio and how long they take
- Brazil trip cost: what the budget is made of, line by line
- Brazil independent travel: what is easy on your own and where help saves time
- Rio for a month or longer: housing, connectivity and daily life
- FAQ: how booking, deposits and cancellation work with us
Entry rules change, so check them on official websites before you book.
When to go
Seasons differ by region, so start with the overview and then open the month of your trip.
- Best time to visit Brazil: rainy and dry seasons region by region
- Rio weather by month: temperatures and rain from long-term averages
- Brazil public holidays: national, Rio state and city holidays
- Events calendar: Carnival, festivals and sports events with dates
| First half of the year | Second half of the year |
|---|---|
| January | July |
| February | August |
| March | September |
| April | October |
| May | November |
| June | December |
Money and connectivity
- Money in Brazil: the real, cards, ATMs and when cash helps
- SIM card and eSIM: how tourists get and register a Brazilian line
- Brazil time zone: Rio’s time and the country’s four zones
Health and safety
- Health tips for Brazil: vaccines and health advice from official sources
- Rio safety tips: official travel advice levels and practical steps
Getting around
- Getting around Rio: metro, tram, ferry and taxi
- Rio airports guide: Galeão and Santos Dumont and how to reach the city
- Airport transfer in Rio: a driver meets you in the arrivals hall
Packing and language
- Brazil packing list: clothes, sun, insects, medicines and papers
- Portuguese phrases: basic phrases for taxis, restaurants and shops
- Brazil souvenirs: what to buy and what to leave behind
How we help
If you would rather hand over the logistics, we plan private trips in Rio and across Brazil and stay your one contact before and during the trip. Our team answers in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German and Italian.
- Private trips in Rio and Brazil: a trip planned around your dates
- How we work: from your first message to the proposal and the trip
- Contact us: WhatsApp, Telegram or email
Frequently asked questions
How do I start planning a trip to Brazil?
Check the entry rules for your passport on official websites, then choose your dates by region and season, and book flights. Money, a SIM card, health advice and airport transport come next.
When is the best time to go to Brazil?
It depends on the region. Rio and the south-east are wettest from November to March, the north-east coast from April to July, and the Pantanal is dry from May to September.
Do I need a visa for Brazil?
It depends on your passport. Check the entry requirements on the official websites before you travel; our visa page links to them.
What money should I bring to Brazil?
Brazil uses the real (BRL). Cards are widely accepted in cities, ATMs work with most foreign cards, and some cash helps for small purchases.
Can you plan the whole trip for me?
Yes. Tell us your dates and what you like, and we send a proposal with the price within 24 hours.
See also
- Brazil travel guideThis Brazil travel guide collects our pages on the country beyond Rio de Janeiro: regions and cities, the best time to go month by month, and what to prepare before you fly. Each page is built on official sources, and we can turn any of it into a private trip for your dates.
- Best time to visit BrazilThere is no single best time to visit Brazil: it depends on the region. Rio and the south-east are wettest from November to March, the north-east coast from April to July, and the Pantanal and the centre are dry from May to September. December to February brings beaches, New Year and Carnival; June to August is dry and mild in Rio.
- Brazil visa requirements for touristsTourists from the UK, from European countries such as France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Portugal, and from most of South America and Mexico do not need a visa for Brazil and can stay up to 90 days. Citizens of the United States, Canada and Australia have needed a visa since 10 April 2025 and apply for an e-visa online. The rules depend on your nationality; we do not issue visas, so check the latest conditions with the Brazilian consulate in your country before you book.
- Private trips in Rio de Janeiro and BrazilFor couples, families and friends we plan a private trip in Rio and across Brazil and stay your one contact before and during it. Tell us your dates and what you like, and we send a priced proposal within 24 hours.