11 days in State of Parana Itinerary

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Fly to Afonso Pena Airport, Drive to Guaratuba
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Guaratuba
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Ilha do Mel
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Curitiba
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Foz do Iguacu
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Guaratuba — 2 nights

Explore Guaratuba's surroundings by going to Caioba (Brava Beach, Mansa Beach, &more). Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Caieiras Beach, kick back and relax at Balneario Gaivotas, don't miss a visit to Praca Coronel Alexandre Da Silva Mafra, and pause for some serene contemplation at Igreja Nossa Senhora do Bom Sucesso.

To find ratings, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Guaratuba holiday planner.

Sao Paulo to Guaratuba is an approximately 5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in March, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Fri) early enough to travel to Ilha do Mel.
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Ilha do Mel — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 1st (Sat): stroll through Grande Beach, then stroll through Miguel Beach, then kick back and relax at Fora Beach, and finally Head underground at Gruta das Encantadas. Here are some ideas for day two: enjoy the sea views from Farol das Conchas, then enjoy the sand and surf at Farol Beach, and then kick back and relax at Praia da Fortaleza.

To see ratings, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Ilha do Mel attractions planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Guaratuba to Ilha do Mel. In March, daily temperatures in Ilha do Mel can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to travel to Curitiba.
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Curitiba — 4 nights

Ecological Capital of Brazil

Get out of town with these interesting Curitiba side-trips: Vinhos do Italiano (in Sao Jose Dos Pinhais), Vinicola Franco Italiano (in Colombo) and Quatro Barras (Reserva Ambiental Serelepe, Familia Fardo Vinicola, &more). Next up on the itinerary: visit Bairro de Santa Felicidade, take in nature's colorful creations at Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, wander the streets of Centro Historico de Curitiba, and indulge your thirst for a good beer at Way Beer.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Curitiba online holiday planner.

Explore your travel options from Ilha do Mel to Curitiba with the Route module. Traveling from Ilha do Mel in April, expect Curitiba to be a bit cooler, temps between 26°C and 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to fly to Foz do Iguacu.
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Foz do Iguacu — 2 nights

Land of the Waterfalls

On the 7th (Fri), learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Parque das Aves Bird Park, then learn more about the world around you at Itaipu Natureza, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Buddhist Temple, and finally admire the engineering at Itaipu Dam. Keep things going the next day: admire the sheer force of Iguazu Falls and then make a splash at Thermas Cataratas.

To find maps, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Foz do Iguacu travel itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Curitiba to Foz do Iguacu takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Curitiba in April, you will find days in Foz do Iguacu are somewhat warmer (32°C), and nights are about the same (20°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.
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State of Parana travel guide

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Waterfalls · Zoos · Gardens
Featuring a strong European heritage, State of Parana represents one of Brazil's most surprising regions, delighting visitors with its coastal cities boasting Mediterranean atmosphere and innovative architecture. Often overlooked by foreign tourists who flock to its northern neighbor, the state remains one of Brazil's wealthiest and most developed regions. Beach lovers and surfers vacation in State of Parana to take advantage of good weather and warm Atlantic waters, while nature-lovers prefer the region's largely unspoiled swathes of rainforest. No State of Parana tour is complete without a visit to the region's World Heritage-listed national park, celebrated worldwide for its jaw-dropping waterfalls.
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