Lonely Planet Brazil

Sunbathe in Tambaba, float down the Amazon on a riverboat or dance to pulsing axé in Salvador - whatever your dreams, live them in Brazil. Explore its pristine beaches, steamy jungles and music-filled cities with our inspirational guide, which takes you from Rio's unrivaled nightlife to the Pantanal's spectacular wildlife without missing a beat.

• JOIN THE PARTY - expanded Carnaval chapter packed with insider tips on Rio's bacchanal, plus details on year-round festivals throughout the country

• BE INSPIRED - wander the cobblestone streets of Ouro Preto, spy dolphins on the Rio Negro and hike beside waterfalls in lush national parks

• FIND YOUR WAY with more than 150 maps, nearly double the number of any other Brazil guide

• SLEEP SOUNDLY - accommodations for every budget, from beachfront pousadas to glitzy Ipanema hotels

• TALK THE TALK - order a meal or make new friends with our easy-to-use language chapter