Chicaque Cloud Forest: Bogotá’s Exotic Sanctuary Under an Hour Away
Chicaque cloud forest sits just 30 minutes from Bogotá yet hosts over 200 bird species, including endemic black inca hummingbirds....
July 28, 2026Topic
Hiking
Eight outdoor venues to enjoy on sunny days in Rio de Janeiro
little by little, restoring its spirit - one marked by eventful street life, bustling public squares, and busy outdoor bars.
November 27, 2021
Visiting Rio de Janeiro’s Island Escape on Ilha Grande
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – A relatively short two-hour drive from the city of Rio...
November 13, 2018
Brazil Announces 20 Year Plan to Develop 18,000 KM Hiking Trail Network
By Jay Forte, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Today, October 19th, Brazil has created the Rede Nacional de...
October 19, 2018
Itatiaia: Brazil’s First National Park in Rio’s Mountain Range
Home to the highest peak of Rio de Janeiro, Itatiaia’s park is the gateway to Brazilian ecotourism and a great...
April 16, 2018
Hiking Transcarioca, the Longest Urban Trail in Latin America
Connecting the Sugar Loaf, in Zona Sul, to Barra de Guaratiba, in Zona Oeste, the recently inaugurated urban trail passes...
October 9, 2017
São Pedro da Serra and Lumiar: A Perfect Combo in Rio’s Mountain Range
Whether you are in the mood of adventurous water sports or a chilled night out with great homemade food, São...
September 19, 2017
Penedo: A Finnish Corner in Rio’s Mountain Range
An authentic Santa Claus and the highest peak of Rio's State are only some of the attractions one can find...
August 3, 2017
Explore Five Amazing Hiking Trails in Parks Across Brazil
Brazil offers amazing hiking trails that can be found to the south, in the states of Rio Grande do Sul...
May 29, 2017