Town in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
Bonito
Brazil's ecotourism capital, with crystal-clear rivers for snorkeling, caves and waterfalls. Almost every activity is guided, booked in advance and expensive, so budget well above other small Brazilian towns.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,440–2,110Comfortable, one person · R$7,500–11,000Details
- Value for money62/100Better value than 61% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goApr–SepWarmest: Oct, 34°CDetails
- Internet242 MbpsFixed broadband, Brazil medianDetails
- Tap waterFilter or boilTap water is treated but most people drink filtered or bottled.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: limitedDetails
- Doctor's visit$38–77Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundAgency transferWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards and Pix work for agencies, hotels and restaurants; carry some cash for small stalls and park entrances.Details
Where to stay in Bonito
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Centro | Walkable restaurants, agencies and pousadas |
| Praça da Liberdade area | Quiet streets close to bars and tour pickups |
Apps that work in Bonito
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- ClickBus: Book intercity bus tickets
- Waze: Driving directions; most locals use it
- Taxis: No ride apps. Agencies pick you up for tours; local taxis work in town but are limited at night.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Brazil.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards and Pix work for agencies, hotels and restaurants; carry some cash for small stalls and park entrances.
- Currency: Real (BRL). US$1 ≈ R$5.22 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Banco24Horas, Bradesco and Banco do Brasil ATMs take foreign cards; expect a fee and low night-time limits.
- Tipping: Restaurants and bars add an optional 10% service charge; nothing more is expected. Tipping taxi and ride-app drivers isn't customary.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work at card terminals; Pix needs a Brazilian account or a Pix-enabled foreign wallet.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa since April 2025 (US$80.90), applied for online about 10 working days ahead.
- No arrival card or entry fee. Extensions beyond the first stay are requested from the Federal Police before it ends.
- Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for many regions, including the Amazon, but is not required for entry.
Emergency numbers
Police 190 · Ambulance 192 · Fire 193
Plugs
Type C, N · 127 V, 60 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Regular prepaid chips usually need a CPF to register; carrier visitor plans and eSIMs accept a passport. International eSIM apps are simplest. eSIMs work for visitors.
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