Honeymoon in Brazil

Start your honeymoon in Rio de Janeiro where long sandy beaches, dramatic mountains and lively neighbourhoods come together. Spend your first few days soaking up the atmosphere of Copacabana and Ipanema, take in the views from Sugarloaf Mountain or Christ the Redeemer, and enjoy a caipirinha as the sun sets over the city.

Rio is a great place to ease into your honeymoon, with plenty of time to mix sightseeing with slower moments together. Explore the city’s colourful streets, try some of its excellent food and music, or simply find a spot by the beach and watch the world go by before continuing on to your next Brazilian adventure.

For a honeymoon that’s a little different, head deep into the Amazon rainforest and spend a few days surrounded by jungle, rivers and wildlife. Stay in a riverside lodge and explore by canoe, trek through the rainforest and look out for monkeys, colourful birds, caimans and river dolphins. It’s an exciting contrast to the beaches and cities you’ll experience elsewhere in Brazil.

For an even more memorable experience, spend a night or two on the water, travelling by boat through the Amazon as the jungle slips by. As darkness falls, settle down beneath the stars and listen to the sounds of the river and rainforest around you. It’s a chance to slow down together and enjoy a truly different side of Brazil.

For a honeymoon highlight, head to the iconic Iguazu Falls, where hundreds of waterfalls thunder through the rainforest on the border of Brazil and Argentina. Follow the walkways to different viewpoints or, for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, take a boat trip close to the falls. Away from the water, explore the surrounding national park, where you may spot colourful birds, butterflies and monkeys. With its dramatic scenery and rainforest setting, Iguazu Falls is a memorable addition to any Brazilian honeymoon.

Brazil is home to some of South America’s best beaches, so adding a few days by the sea to your honeymoon is a must. There are plenty of options depending on the kind of beach escape you’re after.

Ilha Grande combines quiet beaches with jungle trails and small pousadas, while the Bahian coast offers long stretches of sand, warm waters and laid-back fishing villages. For something more peaceful, head to Ilha de Boipeba, where you can swim, walk and explore the island at your own pace.

If you’d like to combine beach time with wildlife and snorkelling, Fernando de Noronha has clear waters, colourful marine life and secluded coves. Or head north to Jericoacoara, where rolling sand dunes, freshwater lagoons and wide beaches offer a more active coastal escape.