Plan your trip
Plan your trip to Carneiros
Six questions that turn Réveillon Carneiros 2026/27 into a trip you can actually book: whether you need a visa, where your flight leaves from, what fits your dates, which pass to buy, where to stay and what to bring. Answer them and the page works out the rest. Nothing is sent anywhere: your answers stay in your browser.
Step 01
Do I need a visa to enter Brazil?
Citizens of the United States, Canada and Australia need a visa to enter Brazil, issued online. Citizens of Costa Rica, the European Union, the United Kingdom, Mexico, Argentina, Chile and Colombia enter without a visa, for stays of up to 90 days.
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| Country | Regime | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Visa required (eVisa) | 10 years, multiple entries |
| Canada | Visa required (eVisa) | 5 years, multiple entries |
| Australia | Visa required (eVisa) | 5 years, multiple entries |
| Costa Rica | No visa | Up to 90 days |
| Portugal | No visa | Up to 90 days |
| Spain | No visa | Up to 90 days |
| United Kingdom | No visa | Up to 90 days |
| France | No visa | Up to 90 days |
| Italy | No visa | Up to 90 days |
| Germany | No visa | Up to 90 days |
| Netherlands | No visa | Up to 90 days |
| Mexico | No visa | Up to 90 days |
| Argentina | No visa | Up to 90 days |
| Chile | No visa | Up to 90 days |
| Colombia | No visa | Up to 90 days |
| Another country | Check the official table | See link below |
The eVisa costs US$ 80.90, allows multiple entries and lets you stay up to 90 days per entry, up to 180 days in any 12-month period. Processing can take up to 10 business days, and the official portal advises applying about two months ahead and waiting for approval before buying flights. The only official portal is brazil.vfsevisa.com, run by VFS Global under contract with the Brazilian foreign ministry. The eVisa is not stamped in the passport, so carry a printed copy.
Do I need a yellow fever vaccine?
Brazil does not require proof of yellow fever vaccination to enter the country. The CDC and the World Health Organization do not recommend the vaccine for trips limited to Recife and the coast of Pernambuco, while Brazil's own health ministry has recommended it nationwide since 2020. If your trip extends to other regions of Brazil, the vaccine is recommended and should be taken at least ten days before travel.
Some countries ask travelers who have been in Brazil for a vaccination certificate. If you continue elsewhere afterwards, check with that country's consulate.
Step 02
Where do direct flights to Recife come from?
Recife International Airport (REC) has direct flights from Lisbon, Porto, Madrid, Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Montevideo, Santiago and Cabo Verde, plus a seasonal route from Orlando in December and January. From anywhere else, you connect through São Paulo (GRU), Lisbon or Madrid. The airport is about 90 km (56 miles) from Praia dos Carneiros.
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| From | Route |
|---|---|
| Lisbon | TAP flies direct to Recife. |
| Porto | Azul flies direct to Recife. |
| Madrid | Azul and Iberia fly direct to Recife. |
| Buenos Aires | GOL and JetSMART fly direct to Recife. |
| Córdoba | GOL flies direct to Recife once a week. On any other day, connect through Buenos Aires. |
| Montevideo | Azul flies direct to Recife. |
| Santiago | LATAM flies direct to Recife. |
| Cabo Verde | Cabo Verde Airlines flies direct to Recife. |
| Orlando | Azul flies Orlando to Recife seasonally, in December and January, right when the event happens. Check with the airline that the route is running before you plan around it. |
| São Paulo, Rio, Belo Horizonte, Brasília, Salvador, Fortaleza or Porto Alegre | Daily flights to Recife. LATAM, GOL and Azul cover São Paulo, Rio, Brasília, Salvador and Fortaleza; Azul flies from Belo Horizonte and Porto Alegre. |
| Another city in the United States | No US city flies direct to Recife year-round. Azul's seasonal Orlando route covers December and January, which is exactly when you need it. Outside that window, connect through São Paulo (GRU), Lisbon or Madrid. |
| Canada | Connect through São Paulo (GRU), Lisbon or Madrid. |
| San José, Costa Rica | Connect through São Paulo (GRU), Bogotá, Panama City or Lisbon. |
| Another city in Europe | Connect through Lisbon, Madrid or São Paulo (GRU). |
| Another city in Latin America | Connect through São Paulo (GRU), Buenos Aires or Santiago. |
| Somewhere else | Connect through São Paulo (GRU), Lisbon or Madrid. |
The last 90 km
Praia dos Carneiros sits about 90 km (56 miles) south of Recife International Airport (REC), between one hour and an hour and a half by road, depending on traffic. Ground transport is not included in any ticket, and both Injoy Travel and Dmand Concierge arrange transfers.
Step 03
What happens on each day of the event?
Réveillon Carneiros 2026/27 runs from December 26, 2026 to January 2, 2027, with five Night Celebrations: Aura on December 27, Luau on the 28th, Aqua on the 29th, Réveillon on the 31st and Flora on January 2. The six Mouton Beach Club sunset parties fall on December 26, 27, 28, 29 and 30, and on January 2. January 1 has no scheduled party.
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| Day | What happens |
|---|---|
| Dec 26 | Sunset at Mouton Beach Club |
| Dec 27 | Sunset at Mouton Beach Club · Aura night, 10pm to 6am |
| Dec 28 | Sunset at Mouton Beach Club · Luau night, 10pm to 6am |
| Dec 29 | Sunset at Mouton Beach Club · Aqua night, 10pm to 6am |
| Dec 30 | Sunset at Mouton Beach Club |
| Dec 31 | Réveillon night, 8pm to 8am |
| Jan 1 | No scheduled party |
| Jan 2 | Sunset at Mouton Beach Club · Flora night, 10pm to 6am |
When is low tide at Praia dos Carneiros?
The natural pools at Praia dos Carneiros only form at low tide, and in December 2026 the daytime windows run from 11:20 on the 26th to 16:01 on the 31st. The Costa dos Corais management plan allows visits to the pools when the tide is under 0.7 meters, so the widest windows of the event fall on December 26, 27 and 28.
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| Day | Low tide | Height | Pools |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 26 | 11:20 | 0.28 m | Good window |
| Dec 27 | 12:09 | 0.37 m | Good window |
| Dec 28 | 12:57 | 0.48 m | Good window |
| Dec 29 | 13:52 | 0.60 m | Good window |
| Dec 30 | 14:52 | 0.70 m | Above the limit |
| Dec 31 | 16:01 | 0.77 m | Above the limit |
Source: Brazilian Navy tide table, Porto de Suape station, adjusted for Carneiros.
The Brazilian Navy has published tide tables through 2026. For January 1 and 2, 2027, check the Tamandaré tide table. tides4fishing.com
Step 04
Which Réveillon Carneiros pass should I buy?
Réveillon Carneiros 2026/27 has four passes: Full Pass, Night Pass, Night Combo and single tickets. What separates them is how many of the eleven parties each one covers. The Full Pass covers the five Night Celebrations plus the six Mouton Beach Club parties; the Night Pass covers the five nights; the Night Combo covers three or four nights, with Réveillon required. There's no Mouton Pass in 2027.
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| Pass | What it covers | Wellness Club |
|---|---|---|
| Full Pass | All five Night Celebrations and all six Mouton sunset parties. Eleven in total. | Included |
| Night Pass | All five Night Celebrations. | Included |
| Night Combo | Three or four nights of your choosing. Réveillon on December 31 is in every combination. | Included |
| Single Tickets | One party, whichever you pick. | Not included |
What is included
- Unlimited dining at the Night Celebrations, full menu with vegan options.
- Open bar at the Night Celebrations: soft drinks, coconut water, spirits and beer.
- Access to Villa Mouton, 10am to 10pm, for every guest.
- Access to the Wellness Club for Full Pass, Night Pass and Night Combo holders, with sign-up.
What is sold separately
- Drinks and food at Mouton Beach Club, which is not all-inclusive.
- Services and spending at Villa Mouton, such as the spa, salon and barber.
- Lodging, flights and transfers.
All-inclusive applies to the five Night Celebrations: open bar and unlimited dining, with a buffet by Arcádia. At Mouton Beach Club, drinks and food are sold separately.
Step 05
Is lodging included in the ticket?
No. No Réveillon Carneiros ticket includes lodging, flights or transfers. Those are booked separately, through the official partners Injoy Travel and Dmand Concierge. Praia dos Carneiros and the town of Tamandaré have guesthouses, flats, apartments and rental homes, supply is limited, and New Year's is the busiest week of the year on this destination.
Official travel agency
Injoy Travel
Bundles lodging, flights and tickets into flexible packages, with group payment, installments and no booking fee on tickets.
Official lodging concierge
Dmand Concierge
Curates properties, from flats to larger homes, and adds concierge services such as transport, staff, dining and wellness.
Step 06
What should I know before flying to Carneiros?
December and January are the driest stretch of the year on the southern coast of Pernambuco, with highs around 30 °C (86 °F) and a UV index that reads Extreme. Tamandaré has no bank branch, Pix runs on a Brazilian bank account, outlets are 220V on the Brazilian type N plug, and a local prepaid SIM requires a Brazilian tax ID.
Weather
Highs around 30 °C (86 °F), lows around 24 °C (75 °F), sea at about 28 °C (82 °F). December and January are the driest stretch of the year on this coast, with short showers rather than all-day rain.
Sun
The sun sits high here, and the days are long. Sunscreen before you head out, a hat, and a break in the shade between noon and three. Reapply after a swim.
Tide
The natural pools only exist at low tide. In 2026 the widest midday windows fall on December 26, 27 and 28. Check the Tamandaré tide table before you plan a beach day.
Money
Cards are accepted almost everywhere, but Tamandaré has no bank branch. Arrive with cash. Pix runs on a Brazilian bank account and isn’t open to visitors. Restaurants usually add a 10% service charge.
Power
Outlets run 220V at 60 Hz and take the Brazilian type N plug, which is its own shape. Your devices are built for 110V, so you need a transformer on top of the adapter.
Power
Outlets run 220V at 60 Hz and take the Brazilian type N plug, which is its own shape. All you need is an adapter.
Phone
A Brazilian prepaid SIM requires a local tax ID. An international eSIM is the practical route. Expect 4G on this stretch of coast, not 5G.
Language
Portuguese is the local language. English is common at the event and in hotels, less common beyond them.
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What else is there beyond the event?
Praia dos Carneiros sits inside the Costa dos Corais reserve, Brazil's largest marine protected area. On the sand is the chapel of São Benedito; in the water, the natural pools; and the Rio Formoso meets the Atlantic at the edge of the beach. Porto de Galinhas is an hour away by road, and Recife and Olinda an hour and a half away.
On the sand
The chapel of São Benedito
Colonial, built on the beach itself, where the river meets the sea. Pernambuco opened its heritage listing in 2026, and it is the image most people have seen of Carneiros before they arrive.
In the water
The natural pools
Warm, shallow and clear, held by the reefs offshore at low tide. Boats leave from the beach. The reefs are living coral: look without touching.
Upriver
Rio Formoso
Three rivers reach the Atlantic here. The catamaran trip runs about two hours, through the mangroves and past the sandbanks, the chapel and the pools.
An hour north
Porto de Galinhas
More reefs, more pools, and a busier town, in Ipojuca.
Ninety minutes north
Recife and Olinda
The capital and its neighbor, four miles apart. Olinda’s historic center has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1982.
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