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Full-Day Exclusive Private Tour: Experience the Indigenous Culture of São Paulo

Full-Day Exclusive Private Tour: Experience the Indigenous Culture of São Paulo

10 hours
Easy

Embark on a captivating journey to the heart of São Paulo and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Tenondé Porã tribe. With a warm welcome, they invite you to witness their unique customs and captivating dance performances. Just an hour and a half away, discover a community of 1,200 Guaraní, steadfast in preserving their ancestral traditions and language amidst the urban landscape. Nestled in their demarcated land, they engage in subsistence farming, providing a glimpse into their daily lives.

Your adventure includes exploring agricultural fields, wandering through the village while enjoying the sights and sounds of children engaging in traditional dances, and marveling at exquisite handicrafts. Relish in a traditional Guarani meal cooked on a wood stove, and if fortune favors, cap off your visit with a serene 10-minute boat ride to explore a local distillery, sampling handmade wines, spirits, and delightful homemade sweets and cheeses.

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Embark on a captivating journey to the heart of the Tenondé Porã community, where the welcoming tribe eagerly shares their rich traditions and mesmerizing dance performances. Despite facing challenges in urban environments, this resilient group offers a unique opportunity to delve into their vibrant life and culture.

After traveling for approximately ninety minutes, you will reach a community of about 1,200 Guaraní individuals. This community fiercely maintains their ancestral traditions and communicates in their native Guaraní language. Nestled in the southernmost part of São Paulo, this tribe thrives on lands designated for their use, engaging in subsistence farming to sustain their daily needs.

The experience kicks off with a visit to the tribe's agricultural fields, showcasing their connection to the land. As you traverse the village, you'll encounter joyous children engaging in traditional dances and songs, and have the chance to admire exquisite handicrafts that offer a glimpse into their artistic heritage.

Savor the flavors of a traditional Guarani meal, lovingly prepared on a wood stove, offering an authentic taste of tribal cuisine. Time and weather permitting, conclude your adventure with a tranquil 10-minute boat ride to explore a nearby distillery. Here, you'll discover the artisanal production of wines, liquors, cachaça, alongside a selection of homemade sweets and cheeses, rounding off a day of cultural immersion and culinary delights.

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Discover the Guaraní Culture: A Day with the Tenondé Porã Tribe

Join us on a journey to meet the friendly tribe of Tenondé Porã in the southern extremities of São Paulo city. Despite the adversities faced by urban natives, the Guaraní community of around 1,200 members welcomes visitors to share in their traditions, language, and way of life.

Morning Adventure

Our tour starts with a pickup from your São Paulo hotel, heading towards the indigenous lands where the Guaraní people maintain their ancestral customs. First on the agenda is a visit to their agricultural fields, where they cultivate sweet potatoes, cassava, and corn through subsistence farming. After exploring the farm, we dive into the village life, witnessing joyous children engaging in traditional dances and showcasing their handicrafts.

Authentic Guaraní Cuisine

Next, immerse yourself in the tribe's culture with a traditional Guarani lunch cooked on a wood stove, offering an array of local flavors.

Afternoon Delights

Weather permitting, the adventure continues with a 10-minute boat ride to a local distillery. Here, you can sample artisanal wines, liquors, cachaça, homemade sweets, and cheeses, surrounded by a scenic farm environment. Note: This activity is subject to availability.

Cultural Immersion and Return

As we journey back, the conversation turns to your interests and our expertise on indigenous cultures, historical narratives, local biomes, or cultural history. This tour not only provides a deep dive into the Guaraní way of life but also supports their community projects, making it an authentic and socially-conscious experience.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Entrance fees and admission fees.
  • Lunch at the village & drinks for visitors are included.
  • Hotels and airport pickup and drop-off. (Within São Paulo and its greater area limits)
  • VAT, all taxes, tolls, handling charges, parking fees during stops and airport Greet & Meet service.
  • Private driver for groups bigger than 4 people, otherwise the guide drives the vehicle themselves.
  • Professional licensed private tour guide.
  • Transport by fully-equipped vehicle.

Exclusions

  • Gratuities (optional)

Important Notes

Experience the unique culture of the Tenondé Porã tribe, offering an intimate view into their lives and customs, including dance performances and a preservation of their ancestral heritage in São Paulo. The tour delves into their subsistence agriculture and explores the village's territories, showcasing singing children, traditional dances, and handicrafts. Culminate the visit with a Guarani lunch cooked on a wood stove and an optional boat ride to a local distillery, depending on weather conditions.

  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Hotel pick-up instructions: Staff will contact you through the hotel front desk upon arrival
  • Airport arrival instructions: Look for a staff member with a sign bearing your name for escort to a private transfer vehicle
  • In case of not locating the driver, call the provided emergency numbers
  • Pick-up information: Specify location within São Paulo city limits or its greater area for pick-up. No pick-ups in the countryside or coastal areas
  • Drop-off instructions: Specify any location within São Paulo city limits or its greater area for drop-off. No drops in countryside or coast

Themes

Cultural Immersion

Food

Family

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