A Brazilian vacation with the sound of the Samba
Choose the perfect all-inclusive Club Med resort for a fabulous vacation in Brazil. Tropical beaches, samba and the country’s fanatical passion for football make Brazil one of the most vibrant, lively and fascinating destinations on earth. From the rain forests of the Amazon to the white-sand beaches of Bahia, Brazil welcomes the intrepid with the tangy zest of a caipirinha and the elegant ritual of the capoeira. A perfect all-inclusive vacation destination...tudo bom!
Corcovado
It is the Brazilian equivalent of the Statue of Liberty. From the top of its 710m, the peak of Corcovado hosts the emblematic statue of Christ the Redeemer. Built at the request of the Brazilian Heitor da Silva Costa by the Frenchman Paul Landowsky, it was inaugurated in 1931. 1 hour 45 minutes from your Club Med Rios das Pedras resort, during an "Escapade à Rio", you can reach the summit by the Tijuca forest or take the funicular. The view is exceptional.
Sugar Bread
A rocky peak in Rio de Janeiro, it owes its name to its shape reminiscent of a block of refined sugar. The Pain de Sucre rises directly from the sea, offering, during a “Getaway to Rio”, a panoramic view of the megalopolis, between the mountains and the ocean. 1h45 from your Club Med Rios Das Pedras resort, it is accessible by cable car and very popular with climbing enthusiasts.
Copacabana Beach
During your “Getaway to Rio”, set foot on one of the most famous and beautiful beaches in the world! Shaped like a half moon, Copacabana stretches along Atlantica Avenue. 1 hour 45 minutes from your Club Med Rios Das Pedras resort, it is a popular place for its beach, ideal for lazing around, as well as for family outings and sports activities. Around the games of beach volleyball or football, and the numerous bars, the animation reigns there day and night.
Nosso Senhor church in Bonfim
On the sacred hill of Salvador de Bahia, discover the Church of Nosso Senhor de Bonfim, or Lord of Beautiful Ends. Built from 1745, it is known for its thousands of colored bracelets, lucky charms hanging from the entrance gates. A 1h30 crossing from your Club Med Lake Paradise resort, discover during your stay in Brazil a symbol of the religious syncretism of Bahia.
Brazil has a diverse nature : tropical forest, coastline, oceanic archipelago...
After this intense change of scenery, set off for a “Getaway to Rio”, 1h45 from your Rio Das Pedras resort.
The city also has cool oases! From its height of 38m, Mount Corcovado , on which sits the statue of Christ the Redeemer , is one of the symbols of Rio. Another famous peak in Brazil, the Sugar Loaf is about fifteen kilometers from the historic center of Rio. Rising above the sea, it offers a breathtaking panorama of Guanabara Bay.
And if for you an all-inclusive stay in Brazil rhymes with relaxation, a tanning session and a refreshing caipirinha, go, like a real Carioca, to the mythical beach of Copacabana .
During your stay, also take the time to immerse yourself in Brazilian culture, mixed and festive.
In Salvador de Bahia , stroll between the houses with colorful facades of the old colonial district, Pelourinho.
10km away, take advantage of your stay in Brazil to taste specialties such as acarajés, fried donuts, in one of the restaurants around Pituba beach . Finally, head for São Paulo and Ibirapuera Park, 1 hour from your Club Med Lake Paradise resort. Created during the 400th anniversary of the city by the architect Oscar Niemeyer, it opens eyes to the modern face of the country.
Discover a wonder of nature! On the border between Argentina and Brazil, the Iguazù Falls are listed by UNESCO. Set of 275 waterfalls, they were only discovered in the 16th century by the Spanish explorer Cabeza de Vaca. The Brazilian side of the falls offers a 1.2km route that ends in the Devil's Throat, on a refreshing footbridge.
With approximately 4,000ha, which makes it the largest urban forest in the world, it brings together waterfalls, caves, mountains and hiking trails, 1h45 from your Club Med Rios das Pedras resort. During your all-inclusive stay in Brazil, plan a walk to Pico da Tijuca at 1,012m or the crossing of the forest by cogwheel train.
