Why do you go to Carnival in Salvador and NOT to Rio de Janeiro?
We offer a package for Carnival in Salvador because it is simply the best party in Brazil. Salvador is where Brazilians go for Carnival not like Rio where its mainly tourists and only watching a parade go by. In Salvador you are IN the party as opposed to sitting and watching it as in Rio!! Do your research and ask a Brazilian!!

Is this El Salvador in Central America?
NO!! Salvador is a city in the Northeast of Brazil. It is called Salvador, Bahia – not El Salvador in Central America. The city is located about 900 miles from Rio and is a historic coastal city with a population of about 1 million residents.

What are the parties like in Salvador?
Parties in Salvador are all Street Parties with a thousands of people going wild inmoveable parties called “blocos”. and Camarotes. These blocos feature some of Brazil's hottest bands and stars singing live on top of huge trucks inside the blocos. (some artists in recent years have been Shakira, as well as U2!!!) The second type of parties are called “Camarotes.” Camarotes are grandstand parties similar to clubs that overlook the blocos along the parade routes.

Why is Carnival in Salvador much more expensive than Rio? Aren't the street parties free in Salvador?
No!! In Salvador, you must purchase tickets or party shirts known as “abadas” in order to attend any party. Street parties are roped off by security and you must purchase the abadas (included in our package) in order to gain entry. Abadas range in cost from USD$50 per shirt all the way to over USD$500 per shirt per person per night!!! (you can see people on our site wearing the colorful tank tops/abadas if you click HERE ). Abadas are in very high demand and are very difficult to purchase. TGW purchases all abadas ONE YEAR in advance of Carnival every year!!!

What quality level of abadas do you offer?
Our Carnival package offers an EXCELLENT level of abadas (over $150 per shirt) for some of the best parties Carnival in Salvador has to offer. Remember, the better the party, the more upscale the crowd, the better the band, and the safer the bloco!!

What is Carnival like in Rio de Janeiro?
Carnival in Rio is basically watching the samba schools parade at a place called the Sambodromo. Samba schools feature people in constumes and parade floats and samba music. The spectacle is very cool, but it is really something that people only go watch one night and not something that you can typically participate in unlike Salvador.

Do you offer packges to Rio during Carnival?
We do offer packages to Rio during carnival but we do not offer our VIP Party service during that time in Rio (only after Carnival with the continuation of the 10 day package that goes to Carnival in Salvador an later to Rio.) The reason for this is because most of the best clubs in Rio where LOCALS frequent are closed during that time or are overrun by tourists and simply not very good. If you want Rio Carnival we can set you up with a flight and hotel for a very reasonable price.

I can't get 10 days off or work for the 10 day package what do you recommend?
If you cannot do the 10 day package you can either attend the first half of the 10 days (Salvador only for Carnival) or you can also attend the 2nd ½ of the trip (Rio for the Winner's Parade). Most people that travel with us do the 10 days as it is the best value for your money.

What is Rio like AFTER Carnival? Wouldn't I be missing out by not going to Rio Carnival?
Absolutely not!! Rio after Carnival is a great time to go to Rio! Clubs are back open again, prices are less expensive, and you can also attend the “Winner's Parade.”

What is the “Winner's Parade”?
The “Winner's Parade” is a Carnival parade at the Sambodromo in Rio exactly the same as the parades during Rio Carnival. The Winner's Parade celebrated the winning samba school from Rio Carnival and is held the Saturday AFTER Carnival in Rio – precisely when we are in Rio!!! You can catch this parade while in Rio and basically get both Carnival's in one trip!!!

Why are the departures from Miami or JFK?
If you attend our 10 day Trip or the Salvador Only trip you must fly on TAM Brazilian Airlines – the only carrier to fly into Salvador, Brazil. TAM only flies from Miami or JFK and departing from either of these two cities is the most economical way to purchase air.

What if I am from overseas? What can be done about the flights?
If you are coming from overseas and not departing from the USA we can sell you a “land only” package where you beging the tour with us picking you up at the airport in Brazil. In some instances it is actually cheaper to fly into the USA and then depart to South America than to depart from Europe or Australia directly to Brazil!! Addtionally, it is a very popular option for people to party in Miami a couple of days before leaving to Carnival!!

Do I have to book everything right now and pay in full?
No. Typically you need about $1,100 to $1,400 to book and we can spread the remaining payments until November or December. If you book by 7/31 we are including a free “Welcome Feijoada” (Brazilian Barbecue) as well as giving all clients payment plans that are INTEREST FREE!!!

What kinds of services/assistance does TGW offer while in Carnival?
TGW offers 24 hour assistance to all clients on our trips. We have 1 staff bilingual (Portuguese/English) staff member for every 10 people on the trip. Staff members are always highly visible and available inside all street parties/clubs/camarotes and are there to assist you in any way (translating, emergencies.... anything!!!) This is especially important in Salvador as there are very little non-Brazilian tourists and English is not widely spoken by any means!!!

What is the Carnival group like every year? (size/ages/sex/nationality,etc?)
Every year our group is capped off at 100 people. As far as compositon of the group, typically our clients are between 24 and 35 years old. The group is a mix of guys, girls, couples and are from all over the country. We also have many repeat clients and clients from Canada, Australia and other countries all over the world!! 

I am travelling alone. Can you find me a roommate?
Yes. Every year we have about 20 people that travel alone that are looking for a roommate so they do not have to pay the single price. If you are interested in finding a roomamte please contact us and we can provide you a list of potential roommates. To fill out a roommate request form, click here.