Watrip blog
October 29, 2026
The mountains of Nova Friburgo hold some of the most sought-after habitats for birders in Brazil. Here the Serra do Mar rises above 2,000 meters, and the Atlantic Forest changes at every bend: dense forest in the valleys, bamboo thickets on the slopes and high-altitude grasslands near the summits. This variety is what draws birders […]
February 25, 2026
Brazil’s Ministry of Tourism has published Ordinance MTur No. 1/2026, which updates the guidelines of the Tourism Regionalization Program (PRT) and the Brazilian Tourism Map. This new regulation brings closer alignment between the federal government, states, tourism regions and municipalities, giving the sector a more robust structure. At Watrip, formal compliance is not new; it […]
February 24, 2026
Summer in the mountains of Rio de Janeiro state (December to March) offers stunning scenery, but it also demands absolute respect for the dynamics of the environment. In mountain regions, the hottest months are historically marked by strong weather instability in the afternoon, with storms forming quickly, lightning and flash floods. For nature and adventure […]
February 18, 2026
Tourism in protected natural areas is entering a new and excellent operational cycle in Brazil. The expansion of public-use concessions has brought heavy investment, better infrastructure and, above all, the professionalization of visitation. Along with this progress, however, comes a greater need to understand the legal and technical framework that governs activities within these areas. […]
February 2, 2026
When we plan a trip, the goal is always leisure and discovery. However, there are important differences between conventional tourism and nature and adventure tourism. Both are wonderful and worthwhile, but they offer different experiences and call for different preparation. While one focuses on comfort, culture and enjoying the sights, the other seeks direct interaction […]
January 6, 2026
Understanding the legal difference in nature tourism In nature tourism, understanding who may work, under what conditions and who takes legal responsibility for the activity is essential for visitor safety and for a properly run operation. The distinction between a Tour Guide (Guia de Turismo) and a local nature guide (Condutor de Turismo) is not […]
December 10, 2025
Taking children into nature is wonderful, but a mountain trail is no ordinary outing. Many routes involve steep climbs, intense cold or heat, slippery ground, exposed sections and, at times, difficult rescue conditions. Not every child is ready for this environment, and ignoring that raises the risk for the family and for whoever is guiding. […]
November 18, 2025
Birdwatching tourism belongs to the nature tourism segment and, in many settings, operates under the same management logic used in adventure tourism. Although it does not necessarily involve high-risk activities, guiding visitors in natural environments requires compliance with the standards, protocols and guidelines set out in federal regulations, including Article 34 of Decree No. 7,381/2010, […]
October 31, 2025
Watrip Turismo reaffirms its commitment to excellence and responsibility in nature tourism, and closely follows the publication of Ministry of Tourism (MTur) Ordinance No. 25, of September 3, 2025, which regulates the registration of rural producers and family farmers in CADASTUR, Brazil’s official registry of tourism service providers. The ordinance formally recognizes rural producers and […]
October 7, 2025
Ecotourism and nature tourism are booming, but adventure demands responsibility. It is essential to understand that in nature the risks are higher; yet when technical standards are applied correctly and each agency and guide is well prepared, we reduce those risks to almost zero. If you are looking for a safe, licensed experience that respects […]