Brazil

Brazil, land of the samba, football, and beaches. It is a country of rivers, lakes and mountains, and also a land of music, folklore and food. Brazil isn't just Carnival; it is a country where people like to celebrate all year round.

The North

If you are looking for ecological adventures, the north of Brazil offers the amazon region which is the world's largest biological reserve, and one-third of the planet's living species. There are jungle lodges which accommodate tourists, offering comfort and security.

The Northeast

The northeast offers a continuous summer climate and the continent's most beautiful beaches. They range from the Canoa Quebrada Beach, in Ceara, through to Genipabu and its sand dunes, in Rio Grande do Norte.

The Midwest

Here you will find a contrast with the newborna and the timeless. Brasilia, the nation's Capital, with its bold architectural style, and on the other hand, the Pantanal of Mato Grosso, a virtual ecological sanctuary, where tourists may see alligators, birdlife, deer, snakes and other wildlife.

The Southeast

The southeast holds Brazil's urban face, where Rio de Janeiro, holds the luxuriant greenery contrasting with thousands of modern buidings. The city brings together one of the country's busiest night and cultural lives, and the world's best know carnival. The state also has stunning beaches in Angra dos Reis, Buzios and Cabo Frio.

The South

The south offers the European flavour, as a result of migration of many Germans, Italians and Polish settlers. The south also offers the stunning Iguazu Falls, one of the world's largest waterfalls.

Climate

Mostly tropical, but temperate in south.

Currency

The Brazilian monetary unit is the Real (R$). Cash and travellers cheques are easily exchanged at hotels, banks and travel agencies.

Electric Current

In Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paolo, the current is almost exclusively 110 or 120 volts, 60 cycles AC. Salvador, Manaus have 127 volt service.

Business Hours

Most shops in Brazil are open from 9.00 am & 6.30 pm / 7.00 pm weekdays and 9.00 am & 1.00 pm Saturdays.

Transport

• Taxis: Taxis are plentiful in Brazil. Regular metered taxis may be hailed on the street.
• Rental cars: Chauffer driven or self driven rental cars are available at all major airports and in most larger cities.
• Buses: Buses are the most popular means of transportation and mostly used for urban and interurban trips. Rio de Janerio and Sao Paolo have rapid, comfortable and efficient subways systems.

Camping

To obtain information contact Camping Club do Brazil Rua Senador Dantas.

75, 29 andar Centro, Rio de Janerio. Telephone: (5521) 210 3171