This Travel Experience is for Runners and Non-Runners.
STEP INTO THE HEART OF BRAZIL and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and rich history of the Brazilian Afro-Indigenous communities. Experience the pulsating rhythms of traditional Brazilian music and explore the diverse and colorful tapestry of local traditions that will ignite your senses.
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Your journey begins in Latin America’s largest street racing festival when you are running the Rio de Janeiro 5k, 10k, Half Marathon or Full Marathon! Or...maybe you will be cheering on those who are running, or relaxing the day away on the beautiful beaches of Rio!
The vibrant tapestry of Brazil, where the rich African heritage intertwines with history, culture, and community creates an unparalleled journey. Be immersed in the captivating allure of Afro-Brazilian culture through its enchanting music, lively dance, flavorful cuisine, and time-honored traditions. Brazil's cultural landscape is adorned with lively celebrations such as Carnival and internationally renowned events, offering a captivating spectacle. With the world's second-largest black population outside Africa, Brazil's cultural influence is deeply rooted in its African-Brazilian heritage.
Delve into this transformative history in Salvador, the captivating capital of the state of Bahia. Often lovingly referred to as the Black Rome due to its profound historical and cultural significance to people of African descent, this vibrant city has emerged as an essential pilgrimage site for individuals from the African Diaspora, beckoning them to immerse themselves in the rich Afro-Brazilian heritage and experience a profound connection to their roots. With its pulsating music, captivating dance, colorful religious traditions, and awe-inspiring historic landmarks, Salvador offers an unforgettable and immersive journey for visitors eager to delve into the captivating tapestry of African-influenced culture and history in the Americas.
From a bustling market in Bahia to the birthplace of Samba in Rio de Janeiro and a powerful memorial park in Alagoas, discover where black culture comes alive—and makes history—in Brazil. Cherish the unforgettable moments and experiences that will set a new standard for how you travel in the future. At the end of this travel experience, you will have transformed into an explorer with a true taste of what Afro-Brazilian culture has to offer, complimented by a new set of friendships and a deeper connection to the diaspora.
INCLUDED
5 Nights Windsor Leme Hotel (or similar)
5 Nights Monte Pascoal Praia Hotel Salvador (or similar)
Arrival/Departure Transfers
Luxury Tour Bus
All Tours, Activities including transportation per Itinerary
Professional Tour Guide
Arrival/Departure Transfers
All Tours & Activities per Itinerary
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily unless otherwise indicated on the itinerary
NOT INCLUDED - OPTIONAL ADD ON
Gratuities - $20 per person per day for Driver & Tour Guide and Gratuities for Group Meals
Estimated International Airfare $1300
Estimated Domestic Airfare in Brazil $200
NOT INCLUDED
Passport & Visa Fees
Travel Insurance - REQUIRED
Gratuities for personal services, bellman, laundry, additional tour guides, performers, meals not included in the package and other services received.
All Beverages
Incidentals
Laundry
** Itinerary subject to change
All tours and entrance fees are included
Maximum 2 travelers per room
5% REBATE
PAY IN FULL AT THE TIME OF BOOKING
The offer is valid for the remaining balance of the Land Package only, after any other discounts or promotions have been applied.
The discount does not apply to the Booking Fee, Add-On Purchases, or Donations.
The rebate will be refunded to the original form of payment used for the Travel Experience purchase. Please allow 14 business days for processing.
Locals call it the “Marvelous City” and once you visit Rio de Janeiro, you’ll understand why. Nestled on the tropical cliffs of the southeastern coast of Brazil, this cosmopolitan ex-capital is the second largest city in Brazil and is well-known for its annual Carnival celebrations, sexy samba music, and hotel-lined beaches such as the gorgeous Copacabana stretch.
The capital of the Portuguese Empire during the 1800s, today, this vivid and extremely dense city never sleeps, with restaurants, discotheques, and bars open at all hours to keep up with the lively nightlife. Day time in Rio is just as varied, with excellent art galleries and museums showcasing contemporary and ancient Brazilian and international art in this city that considers itself the cultural center of the country.
Aside from its famous Christ the Redeemer statue and week-long Carnival festival, Rio de Janeiro is home to ‘Little Africa,’ a strong African-Brazilian community that dates back to the abolition of the country’s slave trade.
Tropical Salvador is home to plenty of gorgeous coastline, but it is the city’s Afro-Brazilian culture that attracts visitors. Here, believers reconnect with African gods in Candomble ceremonies, rhythmic music pulses from weekly festivals and the cuisine is sharpened with plenty of hot chilli. Once Brazil’s first capital, modern Salvador is youthful, energetic and unmissable.
you can walk the steep, cobble stone landscape to visit the church where enslaved Africans and their descendants were allowed to worship, Igreja da Ordem Terceira de Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Pretos (Church of the Third Order of Our Lady of the Rosary of the Black People), taste foods prepared with palm oil, locally known as azeite de dendê, or visit with local artists whose vibrant productions bring new interpretations to a historic city. It was here that Michael Jackson filmed portions of his music video for “They Don’t Care About Us,” a song of political resistance, with hundreds of members of the local musical, largely percussionist, and Bahian group Olodum in the late 1990s. While Brazil’s history recounts a strict and normalized segregation of classes, as noted in places of worship in Pelourinho, President Lula’s inauguration made overt and intentional gestures towards inclusion, signaling that Brazil’s identity and aspirations towards equality went beyond the longstanding chromatocracy and overwhelming whiteness represented in its seats of power.
Pool Bar: wonderful flavors of contemporary gastronomy, visual exuberance and unique service will awaken guests' senses whether it's for a business lunch or Happy Hour between friends.
High Speed Internet: Enjoy and share the best of your stay on social networks.
Fitness Room: This pleasant space has modern equipment of diverse modalities of exercises and provides to all our guests a great environment to maintain the good form.
Buffet Breakfast: prepared with fresh and delicious ingredients and huge variety, they provide a great start to the day. Check out our rates with and without breakfast.
Visit https://maratonadorio.com.br/ for Marathon Information and to Register for the 5k, 10k, Half or Full Marathon
In Brazil, the midsummer festivals are a vibrant celebration of the country's rich culture and love for summer. One of the most significant events is the Festa de São Joao, which brings together people from all over the country. During these joyous festivities, Brazilians adorn themselves in colorful costumes, revel in lively dances, indulge in traditional drinks, and partake in the age-old tradition of building bonfires. In Northeast Brazil, the Festas de São Joao are held in such high regard that they rival the popularity of the famous Carnaval.
Get ready for the vibrant and captivating world of Festa de São Joao, the Brazilian version of the European Midsummer celebration. From lively folk dances to delicious traditional foods and exciting games for all ages, this festival promises an unforgettable experience. Don't miss out on the joy and excitement of Festa de São Joao!
Gratuities are $15 per person per day and can be included in the cost of your package or you can pay up on arrival before checking in to the hotel to your TBOG Travel Concierge or your Lead Tour Guide. This covers gratuities for your driver/tour guide, tour guides at various locations, hotel breakfast staff and planned group meals. Gratuities not included are meals on your own, airport porters and bellman.
If you are bringing U.S. dollars, please bring larger bills, preferably $100, $50 and $20. Many banks and Cambio offices will not exchange bills that predate 2015 or bills that torn, extremely worn or have writing, Please check the dates and condition of your your bills before departing the U.S.
Estimated Airfare $200.00
Include the estimated airfare cost in your package, allowing you to make payments toward the cost of your flight. Once your flight is ticketed, your account will be updated to reflect the current fare at the time of ticket issuance. Additional fees may apply.
Estimated Airfare $1300 - Plus $35.00 Ticketing Fee
Include the estimated airfare cost in your package, allowing you to make payments toward the cost of your flight. Once your flight is ticketed, your account will be updated to reflect the current fare at the time of ticket issuance. Additional fees may apply.
Estimated International & Domestic Airfare $1500 - Plus $35.00 Ticketing Fee
Include the estimated airfare cost in your package, allowing you to make payments toward the cost of your flight. Once your flight is ticketed, your account will be updated to reflect the current fare at the time of ticket issuance. Additional fees may apply.
This Trip Is Non-Refundable
Cancellations must be received by email. Cancellation made 60 days prior to the date of departure, a travel credit will be issued to the individual traveler. Cancellation fees will apply: initial deposit, booking fees, donations, late fees, reinstatement and any additional fees as stated on the specific registration. Other nonrefundable fees may be incurred from, and not limited to, the Hotel, Airline, Ground Transportation, and other service providers which override TBOG Travel's cancellation policy and can be up to 100% of the cost of the booking, regardless of whether travel has commenced. Cancellations made within 61 days of the departure date are non-refundable and not eligible to obtain a travel credit.
If a reservation is cancelled by TBOG Travel prior to commencement of the trip, TBOG Travel shall have no responsibility beyond the issuance of credit for the monies paid related to the trip that was canceled by TBOG Travel without offset for cancellation fees imposed by TBOG Travel or third-party vendors. Example: Reservations in arrears 91 days will cancel automatically for non-payment. Any monies paid will be forfeited and not refunded. Where TBOG Travel incurs any liability for a cancellation fee or charge for any booking which you cancel, you agree to indemnify us for that fee or charge.
Travel Credits can be used to purchase other specific TBOG Tour the World Travel Experiences.
Travel credits issued from travel booked:
For 2024 travel will be valid through and must be used for travel before December 31, 2025
For 2025 travel, will be valid through and must be used for travel before December 31, 2026.
For 2026 travel, will be valid through and must be used for travel before December 31, 2027.
If you choose a TBOG Tour the World Travel Experience that is more than your travel credit, you are responsible for any additional cost. If the new Travel Experience is less than the travel credit, a future travel credit will be issued for the difference.
TBOG Travel reserves the right to restrict any changes to a reservation. All changes are subject to availability. Please note that changes made to overall party size, date, or location may result in a change to the rate. For your peace of mind, we recommend the purchase of travel insurance, we have partnered with Travel Guard to offer travel insurance protection. Travel Guard insurance policies are underwritten by AIG.
Please note: These policies are subject to change at any time.
Be prepared with travel insurance coverage through Travel Guard. Plans can include coverage for medical expenses, trip interruption and more and include emergency travel services so you can be sure that Travel Guard has an insurance plan that meets your traveling needs. Travel Guard is available to assist 24 hours a day.
Travel Guard's Trip Insurance Plans provide valuable coverage at an affordable price and includes an early purchase benefit of a waiver of Pre-existing Medical Condition Exclusion and Cancel for Any Reason option, if purchased within 15 days of the initial trip payment.
Effective midnight on April 10, 2025, a visa will be required for U.S. citizens to travel to Brazil, regardless of the purpose of travel. For more information about the e-visa option and application procedures, visit the Brazilian government-authorized website, https://brazil.vfsevisa.com
You will need:
The Government of Brazil utilizes an electronic visa issuance system which is the equivalent to a visa, but no stamp or label is placed in the passport.
To be eligible the traveler must:
To complete the order form the traveler must provide:
Apply now and complete our order form providing basic travel and personal details. We'll take care of the rest keeping you apprised of your order's progress over email.
Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor at least a month before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need. If you or your doctor need help finding a location that provides certain vaccines or medicines, visit the Find a Clinic page.
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Type C
Type NYou will need to consider what to pack, to ensure you can use your personal electrical appliances safely whilst abroad. This normally includes the use of a travel adaptor, which is a device that simply allows you to plug any UK electrical appliance into a foreign electrical socket. It is important to note that it does not convert the voltage or frequency.
For Brazil there are two associated plug types, types C and N. Plug type C is the plug which has two round pins. Plug type N is the plug which has two round pins and a grounding pin. Brazil operates on a 127/220V supply voltage and 60Hz. The power supply in Brazil is 127V, however some of the newer hotels operate at 220V.
Electricity supplies worldwide can vary from anything between 100V and 240V. It can be extremely dangerous to use an electrical appliance that is rated at a voltage different from the supply.
As voltage can differ from country to country, you may need to use a voltage converter or transformer whilst in Brazil. If the frequency is different, the normal operation of an electrical appliance may also be affected. For example, a 50Hz clock may run faster on a 60Hz electricity supply. Most voltage converters and transformers come supplied with plug adapters, so you may not need to buy a separate travel adapter.
All converters and transformers will have a maximum power rating (AMPS or WATTS) so make sure that any appliance you intend to use does not exceed this rating.
You can determine whether you’ll need to use a converter or transformer, by looking at the appliance rating plate.
A dual voltage rated appliance will display for example ‘INPUT: 110-240V’ on the body of the appliance or its power supply. This means that you will not need a converter or transformer but just a travel adapter, because Brazil operates on a 127/220V supply voltage, which is within the 110-240V range that the dual voltage appliance operates on.
In Brazil the supply voltage is 127/220V. If the appliance or its power supply are not dual voltage rated, the single voltage appliance will have to be used alongside a voltage transformer or converter to allow the appliance to work safely and properly (unless the appliance operates at 127V or 220V). If this is not the case it should be used alongside a voltage transformer or converter to allow the appliance to work safely and properly.
Converters and transformers perform a similar function, but their applications differ. Converters are typically used with appliances that operate for a short duration (1-2hours), whilst most transformers can be used alongside appliances that operate continuously.
It’s important to understand that some travel adapters are not suitable for any appliances that require an earth connection. These types of travel adapters should only be used with double insulated equipment, which will be clearly marked with the symbol shown below.
We recommend you check your appliances before embarking on your journey, to understand the requirements in Brazil.
June Weather in Rio de Janeiro
June Weather in Salvador
The Black Onyx Group Travel stands firmly committed to social responsibility and sustainability. The places we visit are more than just tourist attractions. They are homes to vibrant communities with rich traditions and cultures. We take it as our duty to respect and support these communities, ensuring that our travel choices positively impact them.
Our unwavering commitment to sustainable tourism and social responsibility reflects our deep care for the world we share. We passionately engage with residents and communities in the places we visit, valuing their input in shaping the course of tourism in their region. Deliberately selected local suppliers in our destinations have received comprehensive training in sustainable tourism practices. By fostering strong partnerships with local businesses, we enable them to thrive through tourism while safeguarding against exploitation. This approach effectively preserves their culture, traditions, and way of life, thereby honoring and uplifting their community.
At The Black Onyx Group Travel, we understand the crucial role of education, especially in rural areas where resources can be limited. As part of our mission, we work with our clients, business associates, partners, and donors to provide financial and essential resources such as books and clothes for children in remote areas, investing in their education and the future of their communities. Your support is vital in this effort.
At The Black Onyx Group Travel, we recognize that achieving cultural and social sustainability requires cooperation with local communities, travel companies worldwide, and the visitors we welcome. We are committed to preserving local cultures and communities and ensuring visitors have meaningful and authentic experiences around the world. This commitment is a vital part of our mission and something we are deeply passionate about, and we will continue to uphold it in all our endeavors.
At TBOG Travel, we are committed to offering unique travel experiences that foster connections and networks within the Diaspora. Our travel experiences effectively bridge the past and present, offering a responsible alternative to traditional tourism. We believe that responsible tourism is crucial in preserving cultural heritage and avoiding cross-cultural misunderstandings that might be perpetuated by traditional tourism.
Exploring your ancestral history through travel is not just a journey; it's a deeply personal one. It can help your family establish or re-establish a sense of belonging. Meeting and connecting with people in the communities personally not only enriches your understanding but also lays a strong foundation for beginning your travel journey, making you feel included and accepted. Walking in the footsteps of your ancestors and learning their stories can significantly enrich your understanding of your identity.
African diaspora populations include but are not limited to African Americans, Afro-Caribbeans, Afro-Latin Americans, and Black Canadians – descendants of enslaved Africans brought to the United States, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America during the Atlantic slave trade.
The impact of the African Diaspora on global culture and society is undeniably profound and enduring. This impact extends to various industries such as music, food, art, sports, architecture, science, business, and agriculture. As the world becomes more interconnected through the internet, the African Diaspora is becoming more vital and influential, which will further expand their impact on commerce and culture. This is a legacy we can all be proud of and feel connected to.
U.S. Embassy in Rio de Janeiro
Av. Pres. Wilson
147 - Centro,
Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20030-020, Brazil
Tel: +55 21 3823-2000
U.S. Consular Agency in Salvador
Sala 1401 - Salvador Trade Center - Torre Sul
Av. Tancredo Neves, 1632
Caminho das Árvores
Salvador, BA CEP: 41820-020
Brazil
+557131132090
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Brazil 
At 6pm, our Tour guide will pick you up for a delightful evening. We'll start with our welcome dinner at the Carretao Ipanema restaurant, a place known for its delicious cuisine and vibrant atmosphere, setting the stage for an enjoyable evening. After the dinner, we'll head to 
At 7 pm, we're off to experience a night of cultural arts and dance. Our first stop is dinner at LILIA in LAPA, a local gem known for its authentic Brazilian cuisine. 
Churrasco tradition that has won admirers in different parts of the world. The origins of this method for cooking meat date back to the gauchos who discovered that skewering pieces of meat on wooden sticks and placing them around a fire transformed a simple cut of meat into a true delicacy. Served as part of a 'rodizio' all-you-can-eat format, the extensive selection is a meat lover's dream, including succulent beef, tender lamb, and flavorful pork, as well as the famous prime rib and dry-aged meats (only available on the à la carte). To accompany this superb choice of meat, an extensive buffet of salads, rice dishes, carpaccios, cheeses, and sausages is offered.
This evening, it's time to dance the night away at Casa Black Rio in Madureira. This vibrant neighborhood breathes the essence of Rio's suburbia and welcomes you with open-air bars and a musical program of Samba, Black music, and Afrobeats. 
We will depart the hotel at 6 pm a Welcome to Salvador evening celebration. Please wear white.
After a leisurely breakfast, spend the late morning finishing your last-minute shopping. 
