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BRAZIL
Brazil is a journey of breathtaking contrasts — from the iconic shores and soaring landscapes of Rio de Janeiro to the untouched beauty of the Amazon rainforest. Experience unforgettable sunrises over the river, remarkable wildlife, vibrant culture, and moments of reflection surrounded by some of Allah’s most extraordinary creation. With Muslim-friendly experiences thoughtfully woven throughout the journey, Dar El Salam invites you to discover Brazil through adventure, history, nature, and faith.
Why Choose Us?
A Journey of Faith, Friendship, and Fulfillment
Empowering you through shared learning experiences
Discover the joy of traveling with like-minded Muslims
Nurture your soul through adventure and discovery
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Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro is where dramatic mountains, tropical forest, and the Atlantic Ocean meet one of the world’s most iconic cities. From the breathtaking views of Corcovado and Sugarloaf Mountain to the historic streets shaped by Indigenous, African, and Portuguese heritage, Rio offers far more than its famous beaches. It is a city of extraordinary scenery, layered history, and unforgettable moments — with Copacabana as your home along the ocean.
Manaus
Manaus is the gateway to the Amazon — a remarkable city surrounded by the world’s largest tropical rainforest. Once transformed by the nineteenth-century rubber boom, it blends historic landmarks like the magnificent Amazon Theatre with the energy of its riverfront and port. Here, city streets give way to vast rivers and endless forest, marking the beginning of an unforgettable journey deep into the Amazon.
The Rio Negro
The Rio Negro is where the Amazon becomes an experience rather than a destination. For three unforgettable nights, your private floating hotel carries you beyond Manaus into the vast Anavilhanas archipelago — a world of blackwater rivers, rainforest, wildlife, and endless horizons. Wake to the sounds of the forest, explore by canoe, and gather for Ṣalāh on the deck surrounded by Allah’s creation. Far from city lights and crowds, this is the Amazon few travelers ever experience.
São Paulo
São Paulo marks the final chapter of your Brazilian journey — a vibrant metropolis where cultures from across the world come together. Home to one of Brazil’s most established Muslim communities and the historic Mesquita Brasil, the city offers a meaningful connection to the country’s Islamic heritage. After the adventure of Rio and the Amazon, it is a chance to slow down, share one final evening together, and reflect on an unforgettable journey before returning home.
Travel packages
BRAZIL: 8 NIGHTS FROM RIO TO THE HEART OF THE AMAZON
Travel Dates
November 21 – November 29, 2026
January 9 – January 17, 2027
March 27 – April 4, 2027
November 20 – November 28, 2027
Roundtrip International Flight Not Included
Feel free to contact our team for international flight options from your nearest departure gateway.
Package Overview (November 2026)
Rio de Janeiro: Windsor Leme Hotel or similar | Manaus: Juma Ópera Hotel or similar | Amazon / Rio Negro: M/V Desafio or similar | São Paulo: São Paulo Airport Marriott Hotel or similar
Prices
| Double | $3,595 per person (Inside Cabin in Cruise) |
| Double | $3,795 per person (Ocean View Cabin in Cruise) |
Package Overview (January 2027)
Rio de Janeiro: Windsor Leme Hotel or similar | Manaus: Juma Ópera Hotel or similar | Amazon / Rio Negro: M/V Desafio or similar | São Paulo: São Paulo Airport Marriott Hotel or similar
Prices
| Double | $3,295 per person (Inside Cabin in Cruise) |
| Double | $3,495 per person (Ocean View Cabin in Cruise) |
Package Overview (March 2027)
Rio de Janeiro: Windsor Leme Hotel or similar | Manaus: Juma Ópera Hotel or similar | Amazon / Rio Negro: M/V Desafio or similar | São Paulo: São Paulo Airport Marriott Hotel or similar
Prices
| Double | $3,295 per person (Inside Cabin in Cruise) |
| Double | $3,495 per person (Ocean View Cabin in Cruise) |
Package Overview (November 2027)
Rio de Janeiro: Windsor Leme Hotel or similar | Manaus: Juma Ópera Hotel or similar | Amazon / Rio Negro: M/V Desafio or similar | São Paulo: São Paulo Airport Marriott Hotel or similar
Prices
| Double | $3,295 per person (Inside Cabin in Cruise) |
| Double | $3,495 per person (Ocean View Cabin in Cruise) |
Itinerary Highlights
DAY 1 – ARRIVAL IN RIO DE JANEIRO
Destination: Rio de Janeiro
Hotel: Windsor Leme, Copacabana
Arrive at Rio–Galeão Airport. Your Dar El Salam representative will meet you at the scheduled group pick-up time and take you to the hotel by private coach. Enjoy time to rest, followed by a welcome dinner and group orientation.
Highlights: Copacabana • Welcome Dinner • Orientation
DAY 2 – RIO ICONS & MOUNTAIN VIEWS
Destination: Rio de Janeiro
Begin with the Corcovado train through Tijuca Forest to Christ the Redeemer. Continue through Ipanema and Copacabana before an afternoon break. Later, take the cable car to Sugarloaf Mountain and enjoy sunset views over Rio.
Highlights: Christ the Redeemer • Ipanema • Copacabana • Sugarloaf Mountain
Ṣalāh: ʿAṣr before the cable car and Maghrib after sunset.
DAY 3 – HISTORY, CULTURE & WATERFRONT
Destination: Rio de Janeiro
Explore Rio’s historic centre with a licensed guide, including the Metropolitan Cathedral, Selarón Steps, Cinelândia and the old streets. Continue to Olympic Boulevard, the Kobra mural and the Museum of Tomorrow.
Highlights: Selarón Steps • Historic Rio • Olympic Boulevard • Museum of Tomorrow
DAY 4 – RIO TO MANAUS
Destination: Manaus
Hotel: Juma Ópera Hotel
Transfer to the airport and fly from Rio to Manaus, the gateway to the Amazon. After arrival, transfer to the hotel with a short drive past the Amazon Theatre and waterfront if time permits. Evening cruise briefing.
Highlights: Flight to Manaus • Amazon Theatre • Waterfront • Cruise Briefing
DAY 5 – MANAUS & THE RIO NEGRO
Destination: Rio Negro
Accommodation: M/V Desafio
Enjoy a guided tour of Manaus before boarding the M/V Desafio at 2:00 PM. Sail into the Anavilhanas Archipelago and experience your first Amazon sunset, followed by an evening canoe ride into the rainforest.
Highlights: Manaus City Tour • M/V Desafio • Anavilhanas Archipelago • Night Canoe Ride
DAY 6 – AMAZON RAINFOREST & RIVER VILLAGES
Destination: Rio Negro
Begin with Fajr on deck followed by a sunrise boat ride. Explore a rainforest trail by canoe before visiting Terra Preta and the village of Jaraqui. End the day with dinner, halaqa and stargazing.
Highlights: Sunrise Boat Ride • Forest Trail • Terra Preta • Jaraqui • Halaqa & Stargazing
DAY 7 – JUMUʿAH & MEETING OF THE WATERS
Destination: Rio Negro
Sail toward Acajatuba and visit Recanto dos Botos to see pink river dolphins. Return aboard for Jumuʿah or Ẓuhr as directed by the scholar. Continue to the Meeting of the Waters, followed by piranha fishing at Janauari Lake and an evening caiman search.
Highlights: Pink Dolphins • Jumuʿah on Deck • Meeting of the Waters • Piranha Fishing • Caiman Search
DAY 8 – MANAUS TO SÃO PAULO
Destination: São Paulo
Hotel: São Paulo Airport Marriott
Enjoy one final morning on the Rio Negro to see the giant Amazon water lilies. Return to Manaus at 11:00 AM, disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight to São Paulo. Check in and gather for the group’s closing dinner.
Highlights: Giant Water Lilies • Flight to São Paulo • Closing Dinner
DAY 9 – DEPARTURE
Destination: São Paulo
Enjoy breakfast and an unhurried morning before check-out. At the scheduled group drop-off time, a private coach will take you to São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport, arriving at least three hours before the group’s international flight.
Āyibūna tāʾibūna ʿābidūna li-rabbinā ḥāmidūn.
We return, repenting, worshipping, and praising our Lord.
What's Included/Excluded
- 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro (Windsor Leme, Copacabana)
- 1 night in Manaus (Juma Opera)
- 3 nights aboard the M/V Desafio, a private Amazon river cruise
- 1 night in São Paulo (São Paulo Airport Marriott)
- Group airport pick-up and drop-off, based on the shared group timings.
- Group tours and transfers by private coach.
- Corcovado train up to Christ the Redeemer.
- Cable cars to Sugarloaf Mountain.
- Motorized canoe excursions on the Rio Negro.
- Guide, entrance fees and transportation included.
- English-speaking naturalist guides on the cruise.
- Halaqas with Shaykh Abdul Nasir Jangda throughout the trip.
- Daily breakfast
- 3 lunches (Manaus and on board Cruise)
- 5 dinners: the welcome dinner in Rio, 3 dinners on board and the closing dinner in São Paulo
- International airfare.
- Domestic flights, Rio–Manaus and Manaus–São Paulo (estimated $650 per person).
- Brazil e-visa (approximately $81 per person). https://brazil.vfsevisa.com/
- Travel insurance and optional visits.
- Dinners in Rio on Days 2 and 3, and in Manaus on Day 4.
- Gratuities for guides, drivers and boat crew (average $10 per person per day).
- Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, laundry)
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