Augusto da Silva Guimaraes in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
| Age: | 40 - 44 |
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| Languages: | English,french and spanish other than Portuguese |
| I’ve traveled to: | I used to live in the States and made several trips to various parts of the country and went to France, Italy, Germany, Spain,Morroco,Switzerland, Canada,Paraguay, Caribean,Mexico and some places in Brasil. |
| My motto: | Be Positive Always!!!! |
| About me: | I am a Tour Guide In Rio and I work with the english , french and spanish speaking tourists. I have my own car that can hold up to 6 paxs and I can also work with more people in a friend's van up to 14 persons. I used to be an exchange student in Oregon and I love meeting new people from all parts of the world, giving them some good info about the marvelous city of RIO!!! |
| Location: | Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
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Activities I can help with:
I am a self emplyoed Tour guide and ....
Anything from Hotels bookings to any Other service in Rio or other cities in Brasil, like Transport from/to Airport, Tours in the City, Shopping Tours , Radical Sports , Fishing , Golf Tours ,Soccer Games , Night Entertainment , Private Service for Singles ,Exclusive Service for Elderly ,Cicerone Service and Interpreting or Translations for Business and so on...GET A FREE TRANSFER FROM THE AIRPORT TO ANYWHERE IN THE CITY!!ASK ME HOW!!!!
Offered Services
Bird Watching

Price:
150.00 USD per service
Among the 1,822 different species of birds in Brasil, about 750 can be found in the state of Rio.That can be organized with the Expert Guides in locations in the city or ouside whre you can spend the night and see more than 50/80 birds in one day
Tropical Island Tour

Price:
70.00 USD per service, per
person
Just an hour and a half from Rio you can chill out at this gourgeous islnad that stands among other fifty different ones! Lunch is included!!!
Tijuca Forest

Price:
60.00 USD per service, per
person
This is the biggest Urban Forest in the World and inside there is a National Park with cascades, trails , viewpoints and several animals inside. That can be done in a Jeep
Beach Tours

Price:
65.00 USD per service, per
person
With more than 10 miles of white sandy beaches you need some good time to see it all!
Zoo in Rio

Price:
55.00 USD per service, per
person
There is a big one in Rio that can be combined with a visit to the Natural History Museum that is located in the same area!
Tour guides

Price:
25.00 USD per hour, per
person
I am a well known Guide in the city who works for the best incoming travel agencies in the city and I also have a couple of friends to recommend in case I am busy!
Make your tour in Rio

Price:
25.00 USD per hour
Tell me what you want to see and I will show you!!
Walking in Rio

Price:
25.00 USD per hour
A lot of this tour can be done at Rio Cetro as we mingle with the locals and we can also ride this 1895 tram up to Santa Teresa whre the famous train robber used to live, Ronald Biggs...
Favela Tour( Shanty Town or Slum)

Price:
40.00 USD per service, per
person
Absolutely a very insightful and learning experience and also beneficial to the community
Corcovado

Price:
60.00 USD per service, per
person
One of the options to go up to the awesome mountain called Corcovado is riding this Swiss train all the way up 710 m Mountain where the one of the new seven wonders of the world is!
Samba Show

Price:
100.00 USD per service, per
person
A Beautiful one-and-a-half-hour show that shows you many of the different rythms and dances of this multiracial country. The dinner is also included!!
Parasailing

Price:
135.00 USD per service, per
person
This can also be organized on a private basis with the best guys in town!
Hangliding and Paragliding

Price:
130.00 USD per service, per
person
A breathtaking view as You jump off a 500-meter Mountain with the best pro pilots on a Tandem flight that flies over the Forest and land on a white sandy Beach.Very safe as it is only done when the wind is good for that.A BIRD'S EYE VIEW!!!
Self-guided Tours in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
25.00 USD per hour
That I can help you with. I'll give you some good clues about the city. It does not matter if I do'nt make any money, the important is that you can enjoy Rio and spread the word in your home place!!
Shopping Tours in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
25.00 USD per hour
That is a special treat for the ladies!! I know some good areas, even a bit outsise the popular places for tourists, like the outlets that no tourists go to.
Dining in Rio!

Price:
The gastronomy in Rio is well known for its variety of options and its specialty is the excellent Meat and Seafood places we have , not to mention the other regional cuisine that is very handy!
Boat Trips

Price:
You can rent boats of all sizes with everething included or join a group on a Boat Tour around the bay area or off the coast
Kayaking & Canoeing

Price:
So much fun in the rivers or ocean!
Macuco

Price:
Thre are some options with good speed boats to see Rio from the sea. The view is great!!!
Transfers

Price:
Anytime of the Day or Night. Either non-english speaking drivers or English speaking Guides can pick you up at any airport or at the Bus Station
Hostels / Hotels;Bed and Breakfast

Price:
Just tell me what you are looking for and I do my best to help you!
Night Life

Price:
That is absolutely one of the highlights of Rio with options for all ages and tastes!
Tijuca Forest and the Amazon or Pantanal

Price:
Either in Rio or up North in the Amazon the wild life of Brasil is so rich. In the wetlands of the Pantanal you will also see a variety of animals.
Macuco

Price:
Depending on the time of the year you can swimm very close to them!
Mountain

Price:
Up to Sugar Loaf , climbing, isn't that so fun?
Macuco Boat Trip

Price:
Just 15 min away from the shore of Rio you can enjoy the stuuning Dolphin life near the coastal islands!!
Private services

Price:
A car for two or even a limo that works by the hour is very much fun and fancy!!
Sightseeing in Rio

Price:
Joinning Group Tours with bilingual Tour Guides and stopping at several places for your enjoyment!
Bars in Rio

Price:
From every day local bar to the most private and trendy bars you will enjoy the goog vib of the city od Rio and its People!!
Beauty and Spa

Price:
Thre are some good options in the city!
Surfing in Rio

Price:
With excellent waves there are some exclusive spots to do it!
Scuba Diving

Price:
That can be organized in Rio or outside Rio
Sailing in Rio

Price:
Either on a Island tour in a Schooner Boat or rent a private boat can be arranged
Portuguese Classes

Price:
Easy to learn with excellent and experienced teachers
Golf Tours

Price:
There are two in Rio. Itahanga Golf Club and Gavea Golf Club but just ouside the Rio , like 1hr 30 min or 2 hr 30 min away, in the mountain or at a beatiful beach resort there are other options too.
Fishing in Rio

Price:
With the coast line we have and hundreds od islands, you can definately have a great day of fishing combined with a spectacular scenery!
Trekking in Rio

Price:
Outside and inside Rio there are stunning forests and trails to go on a guided tour
Hiking in RIO

Price:
You can hike up Sugar Loaf, how about that?
Biking in Rio

Price:
It is a lovely way to see and interact with the locals
Backpackers

Price:
You are always welcome and I can give you some good hints on how to go on a small budget
Samba and Carnival Tours

Price:
Depending on what you want to see there are lots of options for the night, from indoor shows and dancing Clubs or Samba lessons or even watching the most Glamourous Parade in hte world!
Museum Tour

Price:
There are several in Rio as the city has been the cultural and intelectual center of Brasil for mant decades!
Coffe Plantation Tours

Price:
On that Tour you can see how the slaves lived in the past and the locations of the farms where Coffee was the main income in the country!
Historical Tours

Price:
On a private basis I can show you several sites in Rio that brings you back to the old times of the Portuguese in 1700's, 1800's and 1900's.
Flip around Rio

Price:
Thare are flights from 7 min. to 30 min or even for one entire hour in the best choppers like the Bell Rangers or Long Rangers or the Eskilo
Wedding & Honeymoon Services in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
That I can suggest you some reliable people yo help you!!
Volunteer Activities in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
I've done that a lot when I was an Exchange student and some years after I came back. And as a social work it can be very helpful in Rio as it is a city with lots ok contrasts!!
Sporting Events in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
All year round there are things going on in Rio, specially now as we'll host the Worl Cup and the Olympics. Tell me what you're looking for and I'll let you know""
Private & Custom Services in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
Just tell me what you need and I'll put together the best you can get!
New Years in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
The biggest celebration in Brazil is right here on Coapacabana Beach. Make your plans with some time in advance and you'll never forget this coming of the year in your lifetime!!!
Internet in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
Lots of Places are now wi-fi so you can connect even on the beach
Concierge in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
There are some good ones and some not as good. They're very theorical and the best tips come from the expert tour guides!!!
Food & Cafes in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
Lots of options in Rio. For all tastes and pockets!!
Shore Excursions in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
Tell me what you are looking for and I'll give you all the good prices and options on how to do them.
River Rafting & Tubing in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
I got some good contacts with the best guides from Rio who are into that!!
Hop-on Hop-off Tours in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
These, unfortunately we do not have in Rio.
Safari Tours in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
Some options in the biggest urben forest in the world that is located in Rio or for sure up in the Amazon.
Eco-Travel in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
lot's of options just one hour or so outside Rio.Seeing wild life, the golden lion Tamarin and so on...
Dunes

Price:
In Cabo Frio there are some beautiful ones!
Yoga Services in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
Some good options in Rio!!
Wine Tasting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
Thast is also a growing thing in Brazil, and in Rio you can find some good places!!
Waterski, Jetski, Wakeboard in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
Some good options will be found in Barra. just 20 min. away from Copacabana or Ipanema.
Skiing & Snowboarding in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
Not in Brazil, sorry!!
Horseback Riding in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
Some good options outside Rio or even in the city!!
Mountain Biking in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
Some good options outside Rio, not so far away!
History & Heritage in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
Yes, I can tell you where you can learn it!
Art & Music Tours in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Price:
On a private basis, just let me know what you want and I sort it out!
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