Only a few months to go until the Olympics 2016 in Rio de Janeiro!
The official opening ceremony of the 2016 Olympic Games takes place on the 5th of August in Rio de Janeiro – one of the world’s most bewitching and exciting cities. It’s fair to say that Brazil’s run-in to the Olympics has been a little difficult, but it’s a testament to the nature of this unique sporting event, and the spirit of the Brazilian people, that the world is still holding its breath in anticipation.
Are you going to be in Brazil for the Olympic Games? If you are, and you have some time to fill between events, or maybe you want to get a little taster of authentic Brazilian culture, then a Tinggly gift experience in Brazil is the perfect way to explore the country.
Get that Tinggly feeling with one of our amazing Brazil experiences – whether your interests lean towards foodie, cultural or active, and choose your own adventures…
A flavour for fun
Learn how to make traditional Brazilian dishes with a professional local chef, wander neighbourhoods that most visitors never see, or take a gastro tour through a typical Brazilian food market – there are a million and one ways to tantalise your tastebuds in Rio, but only with Tinggly can you sample the very best of them.
You can find out the techniques of making classic Brazilian meals such as Moqueca, a delicious seafood stew, or Feijoada, Portuguese-inspired, with meat and black beans, in a hands-on cookery demonstration. Sit down with your fellow classmates to enjoy your flavour-infused creations, coupled with an introduction to crafting popular cocktails like Caipirinhas.
There’s also the opportunity for a guided walking tour around Rio’s cultural and architectural highlights, stopping off as you go at roadside stalls for some Amazonian fruit juices and to nibble on streetfood. This top-rated gastro excursion finishes at a neighbourhood bar, for a group meal washed down with refreshing cold beers. A fantastic way to explore the city.
And if you have a sweet tooth, then why not learn now to make the distinctive truffle-like dessert, brigadeiros, a staple of any Brazilian celebration. These little chocolate balls are seriously addictive, and once you know the secret, very easy to make back home.
Amazing Amazon excursions
The incredible Amazon rainforest covers millions of kilometres, so of course you can only ever hope to see a small part of it on any tour. That’s why it’s best to go with an organised tour that can really bring what you’re seeing to life.
With our Tinggly Amazon experience you’ll travel by boat and canoe tour led by professional guides, you’ll travel along the river to the beautiful Lake January. Keep your eyes open because you might see toothy alligators taking a peek above the water to see who’s paddling along, or friendly dolphins bobbing past. You can try your hand at piranha fishing (warning – do not actually put your hand in the water!) or simply relax listening to the myriad sounds of the rainforest all around you.
Highlights of Rio
Get an insider’s view into this effervescent and colourful city, with a guided walking tour of Rio that takes you to many of the the must-see locations. You’ll visit the Christ the Redeemer statue that overlooks the city, with stunning views of urban sprawl, mountains, coastline and forest. This cultural icon is one of the most-recognisable sights in Brazil.
You’ll also roam the Santa Marta community, where many strands of Brazilian culture first took root. See extraordinary sights of favela life first-hand, find unique viewing points, and feel the buzz of this lively area.
Whatever your reason for visiting Brazil – honeymoon, beach holiday or a following your country at the Olympics of 2016, Tinggly gift experiences unlock a world of new sensations and adventures for you, taking the gold medal for fun.
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