River cruises to the so-called 'wedding of the waters', where the clear waters of the Rio Negro meet the muddy Amazon, are popular. There are many great hiking trails in the national parks and along the coastline. The Igua u Falls on the Parana River near the junction of Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay is one of the world's greatest waterfalls, with 275 cataracts. Boat trips to the falls from Rio are available and take two days. Good aerial views can be enjoyed from a helicopter tour of the falls that can be booked on location.
Brazil is one of the world's top surfing destinations.
Diving clubs are located all along the coastline. Rio de Janeiro's spectacular location makes for a number of dazzling golf courses. Brazil is the perfect place to sample the samba, bossa nova or lambada and the major cities, particularly Rio de Janeiro, are full of caf s with live music and dancing. Gefieiras are samba parlours where visitors can either watch or join in. In Rio, many gefieiras are located on the south side.