Photography Tour in Brazil 2027 – A Visual Immersion into the Soul of Brazil 🇧🇷

A 15-day intensive photography tour of Brazil—close to real life, far off the beaten path, and accompanied by a Brazilian photographer from Rio.

Small group (max. 6) · limited places

Dates 2027

📅 14th to 26th march
Timer 13 days, 12 nights
👥 Small group | Only 4-6 places available
📷 Photographic level: open – for amateur photographers and ambitious beginners
Money 13-day intensive photography tour – from € 6650 €
(Early Bird price for a limited time)

I will contact you personally within 24 hours.

Brazil is more than just a travel destination – it is a way of life.

On this photography tour, you experience Brazil not as a tourist, but through genuine encounters, unique lighting moods, and stories that reveal themselves only when you take the time.

As a native of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, I know the country far beyond its famous landmarks. Together, we will discover vibrant neighborhoods, narrow alleyways, traditional craftsmanship, breathtaking landscapes, and the people who give Brazil its soul.

We photograph not only iconic locations like Rio de Janeiro or Paraty, but above all the everyday life, culture, and unique energy of the country—leaving plenty of room for spontaneous moments and authentic encounters.

In a small group, I personally guide and support you in seeing more consciously, working with light, and creating images that tell stories.

👉 This photography trip is for anyone who wants to discover Brazil with open eyes, a camera, and an open heart.

Photographic level:

This trip is designed for anyone who enjoys photography—regardless of their experience or the equipment they use.
You can participate with a camera or smartphone.

More important than technology are curiosity, openness, and the willingness to engage with people, culture, and special moments.

Travel alone – discover together

Many participants travel alone.


A warm, trusting atmosphere quickly develops, especially within a small group. Together, we discover Brazil, take photographs, and share experiences, experiencing the country not merely as travelers but, to some extent, from a local perspective.

March 14 to 26, 2027

Travel dates

Tour Start: Rio de Janeiro / Tour End: Salvador
Duration: 13 days 12 nights

tour & accommodation

  • Overnight stays in stylish, authentic 4-star boutique hotels
  • Stations: Rio de Janeiro Paraty Salvador
  • Selection: Hotel Windsor Leme * Pousada do Ouro * Bahiacafé


route

  • Rio de Janeiro – Santa Teresa, the Selarón Steps, and the creative heart of the city—a blend of colonial charm, street art, and impressive views.
  • Rio by Night – Samba, forró, and the pulsating nightlife from the perspective of the Cariocas – full of music, colors, and authentic moments.
  • Sugarloaf – Spectacular panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro, Guanabara Bay, and the city's most famous landmarks.
  • Santa Marta Neighborhood – Encounters with the local community on equal terms and insights into life beyond tourist clichés.
  • Corcovado – The Christ statue and the view over Rio in the golden light of the Atlantic.
  • Paraty – Colonial lanes, artists' studios, historic architecture, and a relaxed atmosphere between mountains and sea.
  • Culinary Paraty – Stroll through the market together, cook with regional ingredients, and experience Brazilian cuisine with all your senses.
  • Quilombola community – Encounters with the descendants of former slaves and insights into their history, culture, and living traditions.
  • Ponta Negra & Atlantic Rainforest – Boat trip, tropical rainforest, secluded beaches, and the life of traditional fishing communities.
  • Salvador da Bahia – Afro-Brazilian culture, colonial architecture, music, and the unique energy of Brazil’s first capital.
  • Bar – The famous lighthouse, the golden evening light, and one of the most beautiful sunsets in the country.
  • Matarandiba Island – Community-based tourism, mangroves, shellfish gatherers, and authentic encounters far off the beaten track.
  • Pelourinho & Social Projects – Colorful old town, vibrant culture, and inspiring projects that shape the Bahia of today

prices & services

  • 7400 € p.P. in a double room
  • 1100 € Single room supplement
  • Professional photo workshop
  • Domestic flights
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Excursions, transfers, sightseeing, and entrance fees as described
  • German-speaking local tour guides in Rio de Janeiro (exception: favela tour with English-speaking guide) & Salvador da Bahia
  • English-speaking local tour guide in Paraty
  • Voucher for a travel guide
  • Green Climate Environmental Contribution


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)

Here you will find answers to what many people want to know before the photo trip.

No, not at all. My tours are open to everyone - from intuitive smartphone snappers to experienced amateur photographers with full equipment. The only important thing is photography! Because in the end, we all learn from each other anyway - and that's what makes the trip unique.

What you have is enough. Whether smartphone, compact camera or DSLR - I'll show you how to get the best out of your equipment. If you're unsure, I'll be happy to advise you in advance.

Very small - usually only 4 to 6 participants. This allows me to respond to each participant individually and we remain flexible, personal and close to each other

Very relaxed and practical:
We take photos together "on the road", discuss pictures, collect ideas and I give you tips, feedback and tasks directly on location. There are also short joint sessions for image selection and post-processing

- Small groups, lots of personal support - Extraordinary destinations and encounters - Photography as expression - not just technique - Space for your own visual language and creativity

Before each trip, we meet online 1-2 times to get to know each other and coordinate our wishes. This creates a suitable concept - with the right mix of technology, storytelling, challenges and creative impulses.

I only offer 3 to 5 selected tours a year - deliberately exclusive. Because they should not only "run", but also remain special - for you and for me.

With pleasure!
Many participants travel alone - and enjoy the group, inspiration and real
connections.

Real impressions. True stories.

What participants say about their photo tour experiences with me.

Participant in a photo tour to Virginia, USA
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My first professional trip for Brigitte magazine with Isabela as photographer only took us to Denmark, but it was still a challenge: Isabela had to spend a week in a motorhome with me, whom she didn't know, and my two daughters, who were still very young at the time, without any opportunity to retreat. It was on this trip that I got to know her wonderful human qualities: she is as uncomplicated as she is hands-on, can adapt to anyone (regardless of whether they are four or forty years old) and, above all, is a very pleasant and cheerful travel companion. We did many more travel reports together after that, Isabela was always my photographer of choice. I have always appreciated her great professionalism and how she manages to win people over with her friendly nature. At the same time, she never offends anyone and always remains respectful. And in the end, everyone had fun.
Stefanie Hentschel
Editor Hamburg University of Technology
Editors and owners of plazy travel, Inka Schmeling and Kathrin Sander
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Traveling with Isabela is a great experience that we can only recommend. Thanks to her open and friendly manner, Isabela manages to find a very special approach to people. This leads to exciting encounters that provide new insights. Whether in Germany or on international trips: Isabela is perfectly organized and arranges her travel plans to strike just the right balance between a well-filled programme and enough time to relax and process the new experiences. As a photographer, Isabela impresses with her talent for scouting suitable locations, finding the right perspective and passing on her knowledge in a pleasant and warm manner. Under her guidance, even photography amateurs succeed in taking great pictures. In short: it's a pleasure to be out and about with Isabela.
Inka Schmeling & Kathrin Sander
plazy.travel
Participant Philipp von Haugwitz on a photo trip to Lapland in Sweden with a husky safari in the wilderness
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In the fall of 2020, Isabela accompanied us on our trip to Swedish Lapland and captured this unique journey in great pictures. For me as an enthusiastic amateur photographer, it was great to be in front of the lens myself, but it was also a huge added value to have a real professional at my side. Many of the pictures of the trip were taken as a reportage from the background; Isabela knows how to integrate perfectly as part of the travel group and thus capture the "real" moments. But Isabela also came up with great ideas for motifs. The result was a great mix of pictures from the trip to Sweden.
Philipp and Birte von Haugwitz
Management consultant and logistics planner

Ready for your photo trip?

Then secure your place now - the groups are small, the experiences are great.