Brazil Travel Guide

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Rio de Janeiro & São Paulo: Brazil City Highlights (2026)

5-Day Amazon River Ferry Journey from Belem to Manaus, Brazil

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Best Time

December to March (summer, high season with best weather). For budget deals: May or shoulder months (March-May, August-October). Amazon exploration: July-December (dry season).

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Visa

Visa-free entry for Chinese citizens (new in 2026!). Requirements: Valid passport (6+ months validity), proof of return/onward travel. Covers short-term tourism and business visits. Longer st

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Language

Portuguese (Brazilian Portuguese dialect, official, 97.9% of population speak as primary language). 200+ indigenous languages (Nheengatu, etc.), German, Italian, Japanese. German is 2nd most

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Currency

Brazilian Real (R$). USD and EUR easily exchanged at banks and 'cambios' (exchange offices). Widely accepted in major cities and tourist areas.

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Climate

Large country with varied climates: Northern region (Amazon, tropical, hot and humid year-round), Southeast (Rio, São Paulo, subtropical to tropical, 81-84°F during peak season), Northeast (h