Top Southeast Brazil Photography Tours

Walk through Rio de Janeiro with a professional photographer guide on this 3-hour tour. Avoid trying to take awkward photos of yourself and let your guide document your explorations of this vibrant city. Customize your tour to visit popular locations that interest you, including the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, the district of Lapa, the Theatre District or Maracanã Stadium. Get the insider's perspective on the city from your local guide and walk away with 125 digital images of your tour. Round-trip transportation from local Rio hotels is included.

Visit the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden on this private, 4-hour photography tour. See the historic park with its diverse flora and fauna, plus the scientific research institute and garden trails. Then along with a professional photographer guide, travel to the historic Parque Lage. Wander through artificial caves, have a picnic and enjoy the natural beauty of the trails that lead to Christ the Redeemer, one of the seven wonders of the world. Afterward, receive a high-resolution digital photo album and a printed souvenir photo. Hotel pickup/drop-off included.

Considered one of the most famous trails in Brazil, with a privileged 360-degree view of Rio, with several places to visit and photograph. A unique experience for all tastes.

Discover the UNESCO-listed Tijuca National Rainforest and famous Christ the Redeemer Statues on a 6-hour hiking tour. Start the moderate hike at Parque Lage, at the base of Corcovado Mountain, with your guide and a small group of 15 guests or less. Take in the aerial views from the top of the mountain and look out for local wildlife along the way.

See two iconic Rio de Janeiro landmarks from the water—Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf—while sailing aboard a 40-foot (12-meter) yacht. Sail in Guanabara Bay or the open sea while you relax with a welcome drink and snacks. Enjoy stunning views and discover the magic of sailing from the captain who illuminates Rio’s history. This 3-hour boat tour has a max capacity of 20 for a small-group experience.

Escape the city and discover some of the best marine life in South America during a scuba diving trip to the coastal town of Arraial Do Cabo, famous for its underwater wonderland. Designed with both first-time and experienced divers in mind, this tour can be tailored according to your ability—you'll get basic training if you haven't gone scuba diving before, or will have the chance to embark on two 30-minute dives if you're certified.

Summit both Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains in the early morning to beat the crowds on this half-day tour in Rio de Janeiro. After bright and early pickup from your Rio hotel, travel through the Tijuca National Forest to get up close with the Christ the Redeemer statue without throngs of people around. After learning about its history from your local guide, move on to Sugar Loaf Mountain for spectacular views of the sprawling city, slowly waking up in the morning light.

Tour Rio de Janeiro your way, with a private car and driver, during this fully customizable tour. Choose the landmarks and attractions that you want to visit, such as Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado, Sugar Loaf Mountain, the Selarón Steps, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the city's famous beaches. Learn about the food, language, culture and history of the city and its inhabitants from your informative local guide while you explore. Round trip transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle is included.

Attend the Ginga Tropical Show, a dance and music that allows you to learn about Brazil's vibrant history and culture through its traditional music and dance. During this show, see talented performers dance the lambada, samba and bossa nova dressed in outrageous Carnival costumes. Hear folklore from around the diverse country, live drumming and the Brazilian martial art: capoeira.

Get an in-depth local experience with this walking tour of one of Rio's favelas, Rocinha. Follow your resident guide to get an insider's perspective on daily life and learn about the challenges these communities face.

Get an overview of Rio's most important sights during this comprehensive 8-hour tour. With a local guide, travel through the Tijuca Forest, stopping at Paineiras to board transportation to the top of Corcovado, home of the Christ the Redeemer statue. Take the cable car from Urca up to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain, then eat lunch at one of the city's best steakhouses before visits to Maracanã Stadium and the Sambadrome. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included. 

Head to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain by cable car for sweeping views of Rio de Janeiro. Your skip-the-line ticket gives you priority access to both cable cars, and is valid for any departure time on the day you select.

The bohemian Santa Teresa and the nightlife hub of Lapa are two of Rio de Janeiro’s most atmospheric neighborhoods. With this walking tour, explore some of the city’s most photo-worthy spots, including the Ruins Park, the vibrant Selarón Steps, and Cinelândia. Take in the views as you ride the local tram, stroll through the Passeio Público, and visit the legendary Confeitaria Colombo café.

Rio de Janeiro is home to world-famous landmarks, natural wonders, and vibrant neighborhoods. Discover it all on this private tour with an itinerary that takes in five of the city’s most memorable attractions. Visit the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado hill, ride the cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, and take in the views from Praia da Joatinga. Plus, visit Parque Lage and explore the Santa Teresa neighborhood, home to the colorful Selaron Steps. But wait, there is more. On the route, we will also stop to know some other iconic and amazing locations, such as The Tijuca Rain Forest, see hang-gliders land on São Conrado Beach, Favela Rocinha, and Carnival Sambadrome.

Comfort and personalization are hallmarks of this private tour with a focus on São Paulo architecture. From the colonial Municipal Theater to the modernist structures of Oscar Niemeyer, the half-day itinerary is made suitable to the unique interests of your private party. A dedicated guide offers explanations and recommendations for exploring each attraction.

Tijuca National Park is a great opportunity to get to know Rio de Janeiro's rich avifauna, with endemic species of the Atlantic Forest. This is an ideal tour for those who want to start bird watching or for those more experienced birders.

Santista da gem, I know every corner and history of my city, we will see a brief historical panorama of saints, from the shore, with good humor and great joy.

We visited with authenticity one of the most visited favelas in Rio de Janeiro and got to know a beautiful social project of this local Guide `` Harvesting the Future´´

Searching for the best shots of Rio? Search no further. Begin this private photography tour with a cable car ride through Tijuca National Park to reach the top of Corcovado Mountain, where standing at 100-feet tall, you'll be awed by the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue - one of the seven wonders of the modern world. Continue the tour with another cable car ride up Sugarloaf Loaf Mountain and Urca Hill Natural Monument, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sweeping views of Rio de Janeiro included, so bring your wide-angle lens.

The concept of photography is not about fashion, vanity, do not bother if you have never done a photoshoot before, if you believe not to be photogenic, I will prove you yes, you are! Here we will be celebrating this special moment of your life, that you have health and are traveling. We will be writing your story with photography. Come be eternalized!

This experience is unique, starting with a starry sky night trail and being able to see the city still lit up, with a privileged view of Rio de Janeiro, in addition to being able to enjoy an outdoor walk and contact with nature.

Visit Tijuca Forest, the largest urban forest in the world on this private, 4-hour photography tour. Located in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, a few minutes from the main districts of the city, Tijuca Forest preserves hundreds of species of flora and fauna found only in the Atlantic Forest. Along with a professional photographer guide, see Horto Waterfall, Cascatinha Taunay (Cascatinha waterfall), Observatório Nacional (Vista Chinesa), Emperor’s Table and more. Afterward, receive a high-resolution digital photo album and a printed souvenir photo. Hotel pickup/drop-off included.

Explore Rio with a professional photographer as your guide during this private 6-hour tour. Focus on enjoying yourself and the sights while your guide snaps candid photos of you and your group amidst Rio's famous scenery. Areas covered include Botafogo, Urca Hill, Corcovado Mountain, Sugar Loaf Mountain and others. Receive a zip file with 100 professional photos of your experience. Pickup and drop-off from Rio hotels is included.