Would you like to experience the biggest and best Carnival in the World?

"Yes"? We thought so! That's why here at SASPO we are specialists in Brazil's famous annual event and over the past 20 years have sent many a group to experience the bright lights and delights of this incredible Carnival. 

Rio's stunning coastline, beautiful mountainous backdrop and buzzing atmosphere makes it the perfect incentive destination all-year round. But come Carnival time, this really does go up a notch or two as the city transforms into one HUGE party! Music, dancing, lights, drinking, costumes, Samba all topped up with a healthy amount of Brazil's famous caiparinha cocktail ensures anyone lucky enough to experience this spectacle will never forget it! This really is one of the very best choices for any incentive group!

Interested? Then let SASPO organise your next Carnival Incentive for either February 2011 or 2012. See below for an example itinerary of an incredible Incentive trip...

Example Trip:

Day 1                Europe / Rio De Janeiro

Upon arrival in Rio, transfer to the world-famous Copacabana Palace hotel for a 4 night stay.

 

Day 2                Colonial Rio + Sunset Sugar Loaf Mountain

Enjoy a morning Colonial city tour before a 5 star lunch at Confeitaria Colombo restaurant. An afternoon visit on the cable cars up to Sugar Loaf Mountain is the perfect way to take in Rio's beautiful vistas, and what better way to go that extra mile than a helicopter ride over the city! Sip on a chilled cocktail whilst the sun sets over Rio before heading for dinner at the Porcao Rio where you are able to sample up to 30 different cuts of Brazil's finest meat!

 

Day 3                Carnival

Spend the day relaxing on Copacabana beach or taking advantage of the first class hotel facilities in preparation for Carnival night. As night falls, head to the Sambadromo for the Rio Carnival Parade an enjoy the dazzling spectacle before partying the night away as you become embroiled in the unique Carnival atmosphere!

 

Day 4                Tropical Island Cruise

The perfect relaxing day after a late night of carnival celebrations! Board a schooning vessel and enjoy a leisurely cruise through the calm green waters of Sepetiba Bay with a stop at an exotic tropical island for a private lunch on the beach. Plenty of optional activities including volleyball, football, snorkelling or even putting your Samba skills to the test in a Samba competition! Evening dinner at Cais do Oriente followed by another Carnival party!

 

Day 5                Jeep tour to Corcovado and the Tijuaca Forest

Set off by Jeep to arguably Brazil's most famous landmark, Corcovado. Take in the stunning views from the feet of the Christ the Redeemer statue before heading to the largest urban forest in the world where a typical Feijoada lunch will be served. The specialist seafood restaurant Marius Crustaceos is a great dinner venue before another optional night out in the Carnival city!

  

Day 6                Guanabara Bay Cruise

A rich panorama of the city unfolds during this leisurely cruise with unforgetable views of Corcovado, Sugar Loaf mountain and the city skyline. Take one last look at this beautiful city before heading to the airport for your flight home.

 

Carnival really is an incredible experience and tickets and accomodation can be very hard to come by so call the experts today and start putting together the best Incentive trip you've ever arranged!

There are many add-on options available to this itinerary including Iguazu Falls, Buenos Aires, Salvador, Pantanal and the Amazon. Please contact SASPO for further information.

Interested in other Latin American destinations? Looking for something completely different and unheard of? Latin America is such a diverse region and here at SASPO, we have the expertise and contacts to meet almost any demand throughout Latin America and make any Incentive dream a reality!

Many thanks,