States of Acre, Amapá, Amazonas, Pará, Rondônia, Roraima and Tocantins

Much of the northern region is covered by the dense Amazon Rain Forest , the largest in the world. It is home to thousands of diverse flora and fauna species and is ideal for those looking for close contact with nature and eco-tourism. The most common gateway to the forest is the city of Manaus where, from there, you can enjoy a stay at a jungle lodge or cruise. Regional attractions include activities such as jungle hiking, canoeing, fishing and visiting with local Indian communities. In addition, the local annual celebrations of Paratins and Círio de Nazaré also draw many people to the region.

States include Maranhão, Piauí, Ceará, Rio Grande do Norte, Paraíba, Pernambuco, Alagoas, Sergipe and Bahia

Known for its beautiful beaches and the laid-back attitude of the locals, the northeast region is a popular destination for those looking for a relaxing, tropical environment with natural beauties. Famous destinations include the coastal towns of Salvador with its large African influence, Porto Seguro and Praia do Forte. Recife , Natal and Fortaleza are popular spots farther north and the spectacular island of Fernando de Noronha lies off the tip of the northeast coast.

States of Goiás, Mato Grosso do Sul, Mato Grosso and the Federal District

In the western part of this region lies the Pantanal, the largest wetlands region in the world. Home to thousands of types of wildlife, it attracts those interested in nature and outdoor activities. Other highlights in the region include Bonito with its many caverns and waterfalls of crystal-clear water; Chapada dos Guimarães National Park which is known for its hiking areas among the mountains and beautiful landscapes; Jalapão with its many opportunities for adventure sports and eco-tourism; and the Araguaia River which attracts fishing enthusiasts from around the world.

In addition, the country's capital of Brasilia is in the middle west region in the Federal District . It is known world-wide for its unique modern architecture.

States include Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo

The most popular region in Brazil among visitors, the southeast is home to the cities of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro . Rio de Janeiro shines with its beautiful beaches and majestic mountains of Sugarloaf and Corcovado . Within a few hours driving distance are the beach towns of Buzios and Angra dos Reis. São Paulo has many museums, shops and nightlife and is within driving distance to the seaside towns of Santos , Ilhabela and Ubatuba which offer various leisure activities. Along the far east coast of the region is the town of Vitoria , known for its sport fishing. For those interested in colonial history and architecture, visit the towns of Ouro Preto and Tiradentes in Minais Gerais or Paraty in the state of Rio de Janeiro.

States include Paraná, Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul

The south is known for its strong European influence because of the many Italian and German immigrants who live here. The biggest attraction of the southern region of Brazil is Iguassu Falls . There are various outdoor activities for close contact with the impressive 275 waterfalls and local flora and fauna. In addition, other popular regional destinations include Porto Alegre , Gramado, Canela and Blumenau in the interior and the seaside town of Florianopolis with its beautiful beaches.