Toolkit
The services we set up for friends before they fly to Brazil. Some links are affiliate links: they cost you nothing extra and keep Braziling free.
- Airalo Connectivity A Brazil eSIM: data the moment you land, no SIM swap. Visit Airalo
- Holafly Connectivity Unlimited-data eSIM. Great if you live on Google Maps and Uber. Visit Holafly
- SafetyWing Insurance Travel medical insurance built for nomads. Pay monthly, cancel anytime. Visit SafetyWing
- Wise Money Spend in reais at the real exchange rate. Way cheaper than your bank. Visit Wise
- Booking.com Stays The widest choice of pousadas and hotels across Brazil. Visit Booking.com
- GetYourGuide Tours Christ the Redeemer, Iguaçu Falls, Amazon trips, with free cancellation. Visit GetYourGuide
- Viator Tours Thousands of tours and day trips with verified reviews. Visit Viator
- Skyscanner Flights Compare international and domestic Brazilian flights in one search. Visit Skyscanner
- italki Portuguese 1-on-1 lessons with native Brazilian tutors from ~US$10/hour. Visit italki
- Preply Portuguese Find a Brazilian Portuguese tutor that fits your schedule. Visit Preply
- NordVPN Security Protect your banking on public Wi-Fi in cafés, airports and hostels. Visit NordVPN
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Before you fly
- Check whether your passport needs a visa or e-visa for Brazil
- Buy travel insurance that covers health emergencies
- Install an eSIM so you have data at the airport
- Get a low-fee card that pays in reais
- Download Uber, 99, WhatsApp and Google Translate with Portuguese offline
- Book Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf tickets ahead in high season
- Learn ten phrases from the phrasebook