The celebration before lent ….We have pancake day they have 4 days of partying !!!!

Locals and visitors alike gather to dance in vibrant parades, savour Brazilian cuisine and join the rhythm of samba workshops.

If you want to experience the celebration in 2026 or 2027, get in touch.

Dates: 13-18 February 2026

Also available to book for 4-9 February 2027

𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐮𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬, 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐢𝐨 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞: https://www.riocarnaval.org/

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Rio Carnival Experience

6 Days | Join the world’s greatest party on the streets of Rio de Janeiro.

Travel: 12-26 February 2026
Take centre-stage in this epic annual event and let the rhythm of Rio take over. Don an elaborate costume and samba your way through the non-stop action as you get swept up in the energy and euphoria of the biggest party on earth. Witness the festivities reach their dizzying climax, join the conga line with the locals, move and shake among the drum-fuelled street fiestas and revel in the magic celebration of life. With a mix of festival-specific activities and iconic Carnival experiences – you don’t want to miss the party of a lifetime.

Why you’ll love this trip

Perfect your samba steps at a local club and learn how to blend in with the Carioca crowds, a great introduction for your first night in this pulsating city.
Witness a parade of elaborate floats and costumes as samba dancers show off their moves in the Sambadrome – a party that stretches well into the early hours.
Leave the guidebook at home and get to know the rhythms of Rio on a city tour of the top sites. See Christ the Redeemer up close and soak up sweet views from the top of Sugarloaf Mountain.
Be a part of the biggest stage in the world – don a costume and take part in the parade – dancing your way down the Sambadrome runway, a truly once in a lifetime experience.
Experience the best of Carnival under the safe and knowledgeable guidance of your expert leader. They’re on hand to make sure you have a hassle-free, fun-filled adventure!

Is this trip right for you?

Carnival in Rio is a busy, hectic and chaotic time, which is all part of the fun; however, this means there can be long queues and delays when joining included and optional activities. The concept of personal space may also be quite different to what you’re used to at home – particularly at crowded street parties.
While one of Intrepid’s local leaders will be with you throughout the entire trip to help you understand the fantastic happenings around you, plenty of patience and flexibility will help you make the most of the Carnival experience.

✔️Included:
Meals: 5 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Transport: Private bus, Metro

Accommodation: Hotel (5 nights)

Activities

Rio de Janeiro – Welcome dinner
Rio de Janeiro – Samba Club visit
Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Rio de Janeiro – Christ the Redeemer
Rio de Janeiro – Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car (entrance)
Rio de Janeiro – Bloco experience
Rio de Janeiro – Sambodrome (Seating in sector

Add on activities

Rio de Janeiro – Join the Parade with costume – USD855 (Day 5)

Special information

Joining the parade is a popular activity and you will need to book it in advance. It is a once in a lifetime experience, but it will be very hot and you need to be physically fit to partake.

We will purchase the costume & shoes for you to confirm your spot in the Parade. The price above includes the costume and shoes. Please provide your shoe & clothing size at the time of booking this optional activity. Refer to https://www.rio-carnival.net/en/ for costume sizing. We suggest ordering one shoe size larger than usual as the shoes are often very tight. Once the costume and shoes are purchased, they can’t be returned or refunded.

The spectator’s ticket for today’s Parade is not included.

For information on the itineray of this trip, please complete the form below or email us on info@discoverthefrog.co.uk

Style: Comfort

Age min 15

Group size: Min 1 – Max 16

Deposit £200pp

Price is based on twin room share

Solo travellers can be matched with someone of the same gender

Solo room available with a supplement of £785

➡️ From GBP £2,505pp excluding flights for 2026

2027 – available from £2,370pp

We can add flights additional nights if required

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