A smooth lifetime adventure
Brazil | Dec 22 - Jan 2, 2026

Nathalie
Nathalie B.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on Jan 09, 2026

Our first trip to Brazil was an adventure we will never forget- we put our trust in Bruno to plan this amazing trip. From the moment we arrived until the end everything was perfectly organized in a safe & fun way. At each step of our journey we were met by local guides (Sol & Luis) who took incredible good care of us. It was our first time planning a trip with KimKim and it won’t be the last. All of our wishes came true.

Hotel Reviews
Villa Amazônia
Manaus

Great boutique hotel downtown Manaus with great beds.

Authenticity & Character
Location
No
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amazon Premium Lodge
Manaus

Comfortable beds - clean - quiet Just needed an extra blanket

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Miramar Hotel by Windsor
Rio de Janeiro

The size of the beds was HUGE … bigger than a California king … great sleep Excellent breakfast

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right on Copacabana… walking distance to lots of activities and restaurants
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Pousada Naturália
Angra dos Reis

A bit rustic and sometimes noisy but great overall experience. Be prepared to carry your luggage from the harbor (10 minutes)

Authenticity & Character
Great buffet breakfast
Location
A bit of a walk with luggage
Staff
Thanks to the staff for helping us carry our luggage
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Amazon Premium Lodge 4 days/3 Nights
Amazon Premium Lodge 4 days/3 Nights
The Amazon

In the heart of the earths lungs … insane beauty and quiet place - farm to table food - Piranha fishing and night time boating to see caymans was brilliant

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Sol was a great young dynamic and knowledgeable guide
Transport
Plan for a rough ride getting there … 2 buses & 2 boats which we didn’t know about
Half island tour by speedboat to Ilha Grande from Vila do Abraão
Half island tour by speedboat to Ilha Grande from Vila do Abraão
Ilha Grande - Rio de Janeiro

The island is really a backpacker paradise - jungle & beach combo with great hikes and beautiful secluded beaches (reachable by boat). Food options are plentiful but expect to wait a long time to be served.

Transport
Boat to and from the mainland to the island is packed and luggage is everywhere
Welcome to Rio de Janeiro
Welcome to Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro

Beautiful city with lots to do - safer than I expected - beaches are gorgeous but crowded.

Quality of Experience
Great to have a guide with you to experience the real thing
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Bruno Madeira
Bruno
Bruno Madeira
Local specialist in Brazil(Rio de Janeiro) and Portugal | Replied on Jan 09, 2026

Hi Nathalie
I am very happy that you enjoyed the trip. Thank you very much for your trust.
If you need anything, please write to me.
All the best to you and your family!!!
Thank you very much.
Bruno