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The 15 Best Private Tours in Brazil

122 tours  ·  from $26

The 15 best private tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Private São Paulo City Tour - Starting at the airport or your hotel
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Private São Paulo City Tour

1.Private São Paulo City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 264 reviews · 4 hours Our pick

Build a private São Paulo tour around your interests, from Paulista Avenue and Ibirapuera Park to historic downtown, Pacaembu Stadium, and local food stops. Your guide travels with you by private car or van, adjusts the pace, and can collect you at a hotel, airport, or another address in the metro area. English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, and German are available.

“Isaac is an excellent guide! Detailed communication right up to the pickup. He is very attentive and accommodating. His knowledge is superb, and his enthusiasm and pride for Brazil and São Paulo are clear in his explanations.”

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Rio de Janeiro: Private Guided City Tour - Santa Teresa, the city center, and Selarón Steps
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Rio de Janeiro: Private Guided City Tour

2.Private Guided City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 207 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $56Best value

Build your Rio day around beaches, landmarks, Santa Teresa, the Botanical Garden, or local neighborhoods with a private guide and vehicle. Guides such as Lavinia, Dario, Meilin, and Riccardo have helped guests adjust plans, avoid wasted time, and find less familiar places. Choose four, six, or eight hours, with hotel pickup in key central areas.

“Riccardo was awesome, he loves his city and took us to wonderful and interesting places. Highly recommended”

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Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 30min - Copacabana, Arpoador, and the water below
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Private Helicopter tour – Rio de janeiro in 30min

3.Private Helicopter tour – Rio de janeiro in 30min

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 173 reviews · 30 min · from $281

Take a private 25 to 30-minute helicopter flight from Jacarepaguá Airport over Rio’s beaches and landmarks. You’ll pass Barra, São Conrado, Ipanema, Copacabana, Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Christ the Redeemer, with one or two circles near the statue. English and Portuguese support is available, and hotel transfers are optional.

“Our pilot was professional and the staff super helpful and easygoing. The ride itself was an amazing experience. We were alone in the helicopter and we were very comfortable. We took the last slor before sunset and we had great lighting. We highly recommend this tour over Rio.”

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Iguazu Falls : Private day tour both Brazil & Argentina - Crossing the border without losing half the day
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Iguazu Falls : Private day tour both Brazil & Argentina

4.Private day tour both Brazil & Argentina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $99Top rated

Spend a full day crossing from Foz do Iguaçu into Argentina and back, visiting the major trails and viewpoints on both sides. Guides such as Cristian, Eduardo, Fernando, Willian, and Leandro handle transport, park entry, and border crossings in an air-conditioned private vehicle. Add the optional boat ride if you want to get soaked beneath the falls.

“Had a great solo trip to Iguazu. My guide was fantastic, full of information, and very enjoyable to spend the day with. I would highly recommend this tour if you enjoy learning and having a tailored experience!”

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Iguazú Falls Private Day-tour on Both Brazillian & Argentinean - Riding to Devil’s Throat in Argentina
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Iguazú Falls Private Day-tour on Both Brazillian & Argentinean

5.Iguazú Falls Private Day-tour on Both Brazillian & Argentinean

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $103

Spend about nine hours with a private bilingual guide such as Sidnei, Douglas, or Fernando, visiting both sides of Iguazú Falls. You’ll ride to Devil’s Throat in Argentina, walk the Brazilian footbridge, cross several borders, and can add a boat trip or Paraguay stop for an extra fee.

“Sidnei is one of the, if not the best guide I have ever met. Extremely knowledgeable, timely at each stage, plenty of rest breaks where needed. Tailored to a group of who only arrived fours previous in the middle of the night, due to 2 flight cancellations ( don't ever fly with flybondi!). Sidney organised the boat trip for us which is a must ( take spare/dry clothes) and managed the border crossing very well. Would highly recommend, don't hesitate it's well worth it.”

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Private Transfer GIG International Airport To or From Rio de Janeiro - Meeting your driver after a long flight
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Private Transfer GIG International Airport To or From Rio de Janeiro

6.Private Transfer GIG International Airport To or From Rio de Janeiro

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 109 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Book a private, air-conditioned transfer between Rio de Janeiro airport, cruise terminal, and your hotel. Your driver tracks your flight, waits with a name sign, and handles the ride for your group of up to four. Drivers such as Alex have earned praise for safe driving and useful Rio tips, though vehicle size and communication can vary.

“Traffic is hectic in Rio de Janeiro especially during rush hour! This driver managed to get me to the airport without incident for which I was grateful.”

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Private Day trip: Both sides of Iguazu Falls - The Argentine park and the ride to Devil’s Throat
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Private Day trip: Both sides of Iguazu Falls

7.Private Day trip: Both sides of Iguazu Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $150

Travel from Foz do Iguaçu with a private guide such as Gabriel, Marcos, Fabio, or Luis, crossing into Argentina for Devil’s Throat and three major trails before returning to Brazil for wide views of the falls. Expect 7 to 9 hours, 7 to 10 km of walking, border assistance, and ticket costs paid separately.

“Marcos is an experienced Tour guide. He knows the routes well and the tour is well organised. It was smooth and enjoyable.”

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Private Transfer from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas - A first look at Boa Viagem Beach
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Private Transfer from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas

8.Private Transfer from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 98 reviews

Travel privately from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas in an air-conditioned vehicle for up to four people. The roughly 50-minute ride passes Boa Viagem Beach. Recife Translado offers pickup, WhatsApp communication, tracked vehicles, and baby seats by advance request. Confirm your booking carefully, as some reservations have reportedly failed to reach the operator.

“Saul é stato un ottima guida. Il giro è molto interessante e copre i punti salienti della città. Consigliato”

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Private Half-Day Must Sees: Your Last Minute Booking in Rio! - Selarón Steps and Rio’s downtown character
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Private Half-Day Must Sees: Your Last Minute Booking in Rio!

9.Private Half-Day Must Sees: Your Last Minute Booking in Rio!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.)

See Rio with a private guide and driver in four to five hours. Choose major sights such as Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps, Tijuca National Park, the Botanical Garden, and Sugarloaf. Guides including Isaac, Diogo, Fred, Igor, and Tatiana are praised for flexible planning, local insight, photography help, and crowd know-how.

“Our guide was perfect. She was able to adapt the tour to the weather and the traffic. We had a great tour of Rio because of her vast knowledge of the city and its culture.”

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Private tour - The best of Rio in 1 day - Christ the Redeemer: Rio’s great opening view
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Private tour – The best of Rio in 1 day

10.Private tour – The best of Rio in 1 day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.)

Patricia Cannabrava and her team take your private group of up to four around Rio’s essential sights in 6 to 7 hours. You’ll visit Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, the Selarón Steps, and the Metropolitan Cathedral, with private transport, WiFi, and a guide included. Attraction tickets, food, and drinks cost extra.

“Patricia picked us up at the Port from our cruise ship and took us on a customised tour for the whole day. We visited the Maracana Stadium, learnt all about Carnival, walked up the Seralon Steps then went to Christ the Redeemer. We had Patricia’s wonderful descriptions of all of the history. After driving along Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, we parked at the Cathedral then walked downtown to the beautiful Library and visited Confeteria Columbus. We were returned to the port in time to get ready for dinner on the ship. Thank you for your wonderful and warm conversation- your English is excellent!”

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São Paulo 5 Hour Private Tour With Fruit Tasting - Nossa Senhora do Brasil and Jardim América
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São Paulo 5 Hour Private Tour With Fruit Tasting

11.São Paulo 5 Hour Private Tour With Fruit Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $161

Explore São Paulo by private air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide such as Isaac, Mauro, or Julianna. Visit Paulista Avenue, Batman Alley, Sé Cathedral, Mercadão, Ibirapuera Park, and MAC USP. Airport pickup is available, and the private format lets you adjust the route to your interests.

“Our tour guide was Viviane. She was friendly and informative. She took us all over Sao Paulo to see the sights. We would recommend this tour.”

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Afro-Brazilian Roots Private City Tour in Salvador - Rio Vermelho and the shrine to Yemayá
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Afro-Brazilian Roots Private City Tour in Salvador

12.Afro-Brazilian Roots Private City Tour in Salvador

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 88 reviews · 6 hours · from $150

Spend six hours with a private guide such as Wilson, Mônia, or Vagner, tracing Salvador’s Afro-Brazilian culture from Rio Vermelho and Tororó Dike to São Joaquim Fair, a Candomblé temple, and a seaside community. Expect thoughtful history, acarajé, lunch with sea views, private transport, and access to places beyond the usual tourist route.

“Our Afro-Brazilian roots tour in Bahia with Ronaldo was one of the most powerful and enriching experiences of our entire trip. From the moment we met him, Ronaldo’s warmth, charisma, and deep knowledge of history and culture made us feel instantly connected—not just to him, but to the vibrant spirit of Bahia itself. This tour was unlike anything we’ve ever done. Ronaldo guided us through neighborhoods brimming with life and stories that revealed the rich tapestry of Afro-Brazilian identity. Our experience was deeply educational. One of the most unforgettable parts of the tour was learning about Candomblé. It was cool to understand its roots, rituals, and significance in the community.…”

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Exclusive Private Rio Tour: Guide & Private Car/Driver - Key points to know before booking
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Exclusive Private Rio Tour: Guide & Private Car/Driver

13.Exclusive Private Rio Tour: Guide & Private Car/Driver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.)

Start at 7:30 am for a 6 to 7 hour private Rio tour with Bruno and a private driver. Visit Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selaron Steps, historic churches, Kobra’s Etnias mural, and Valongo Wharf. Admission to the two major paid sights, lunch, and drinks beyond bottled water cost extra.

“For us, travel is not a hobby... it’s an obsession. We have taken dozens of private tours throughout the world, but Bruno’s “Unforgettable Rio: Private Day Tour” clearly stands out as the very best experience to date. To start with: Many tour operators commonly offer knowledgeable, energetic guides; however, Bruno is unique in that he utilizes a personal driver providing door-to-door service at each site. Worded differently, there is literally no wasted down-time navigating limited street parking and/or crowded parking lots. Bruno mentioned that he is was born in Brazil, but lived in the USA for 20+ years; therefore, he is beyond fluent in both English and Portuguese. This ability...”

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Rio de Janeiro: Private Sunrise Tour at Mirante Dona Marta - The 5:00 AM pickup and the ride uphill
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Rio de Janeiro: Private Sunrise Tour at Mirante Dona Marta

14.Private Sunrise Tour at Mirante Dona Marta

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 81 reviews · 2h 30m

Leave your Rio hotel around 5:00 AM for Mirante Dona Marta, 360 meters above sea level. Guide Guilherme provides private transport, local insight, and photo help in English, Portuguese, or Spanish. You get about an hour at the lookout for sunrise, then return by roughly 7:30 AM.

“Our driver picked us up on time. He was very friendly and knowledgeable. We arrived at the outlook and had the best spot to see the sunrise. He also provided us with much history in English, on the way to and from our hotel. It was a very enjoyable morning.”

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Private Bugue Tour in Jericoacoara on the East Coast - Starting at the Sloth Tree
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Private Bugue Tour in Jericoacoara on the East Coast

15.Private Bugue Tour in Jericoacoara on the East Coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews

Join Naldo Jeri for a private 5 to 6-hour buggy tour along Jericoacoara’s east coast. You’ll visit the Sloth Tree, Preá Beach, Blue Hole Caiçara, Blue Lagoon, Paradise Lagoon, and Amâncio Lagoon, with time for photos, swimming, and lunch. The tour serves only your group of up to four and returns to the starting point.

“Attention, cordiality and punctuality!! Plus Naldo is an excellent photographer!! It exceeded our expectations!Auto-translated”

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