above our expectations - we did with augusto 3 full days of private tour. any attraction where there are line, augusto knows how to cut the line, then the tour is very efficient, without him we could visit maybe half of the popular attractions. augusto recognized our expectations and added many places we even we didn't know about. so we are very satisfied of the tour with him.

Awesome passionate guide with a heart of gold - I booked Augusto many months ahead of our arrival on Seabourn cruise (Feb 25-26, 2024). Gus was super quick to respond all my emails and he was very flexible. I already knew he could drive/guide us in his vehicle so I inquired if he could handle a group of 10. He informed me it was not a problem as he could rent a 15-passenger van with a driver. On Feb 25, we were a group of 7 and we visited Petropolis. We really enjoyed it. Gus was super informative. He is a great teacher, very patient and full of passion. On Feb 26, we were a group of 9 and we visited the highlights of Rio de Janeiro. What a great time we all had. Do not hesitate to hire Gus. His English is perfect, he is patient and he will not disappoint you! It is obvious he loves his job. We all loved him. Chantal and Dennis

Perfectly tailored tour - Fantastic guide! Gus fully tailored our itinerary according to our preferences and allowed us to explore a lot of the city within the time we had (a weekend). Impeccable English and vast knowledge of the city's and country's history and context. Highly recommended.

Gus is the perfect private tour guide! - I was looking for a private guide to help us more safely and easily navigate Rio. I had no idea what a good decision I made in booking Gus as our guide. We have traveled a lot and have had many guides all over the world, and Gus really stands out as the best. He really understands how to do this well. We hired him for two days to show us around Rio. I had a detailed list of places I had researched that I wanted to see, including restaurants. It was a challenge, and I knew we wouldn't get to everything. But Gus was masterful in organising the time and making sure we got as much done on my list as possible, while not being rushed, and he even added a few places that he felt we would enjoy that weren't on my list. He is skilled at logistics, which meant there was just no time wasted. He is also very easy to spend time with and just an all around nice guy. I knew within 5 minutes after meeting him on our first day that we made the right choice. We had a lot of fun chatting with him along the way and he helped us see Rio in a more authentic light than if we had tried to do this on our own. He even included lunches at the restaurants on my list that made sense with the itinerary, I mean it was perfect! Gus made our time in Rio better in every possible way--we saw way more, we had more fun, we felt way safer and he removed all the logistical stress. And to go above and beyond he booked us a dinner on another night separate from our tour and booked us a ride to the airport at the end of our stay, also separate from our tour. He made our time in Rio so, so much better. This guy could teach a master class in being a private tour guide. Thank you Gus!

Beyond the best. Outstanding guide, wonderful man, excellent tours. Book him if you can. - We were very fortunate to find and book Gus as our guide in Rio. He is an outstanding guide and a wonderful individual. We have traveled all over the world and had many great guides but Gus clearly stands out as the best. We were with him for 5 days and he showed us all the known sites as well as several off the beaten path attractions. He was punctual, super friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. He made our trip to Brazil outstanding. We sadly parted on the last day, leaving a new found friend that felt like family. If you have a chance to tour with Gus, don't hesitate. He is the best and will enhance your visit to wonderful Rio. We miss you Gus and treasure you and the memories you helped to create. Thank you for a wonderful 5 days. Pamela

Caring, Knowledgeable Guide in Rio de Janeiro - On the advice of my uncle and aunt, who toured with Gus a few years ago, my husband and I booked Gus for three days earlier this month. Gus is so warm and kind. He loves Rio and knows it well. From the moment he picked us up at the airport until we said goodbye, we felt like we were with a friend. We loved our conversations with him about Brazil's history, current events, geography, and politics. One of my fondest memories is the three of us singing "At the Copa Copacabana" together on the ride from the airport to our hotel moments after we met Gus! I highly recommend booking Gus if you go to Rio. We are hopeful more of our family meet this terrific guy.

Best guide ever! - We booked Gus a few months ago for 5 days. I sent him a list of all the things we would like to do, and he got back to me quickly, with some other recommendations too. We were met at the airport, taken to our hotel, then embarked on 5 full days of brilliant tours and experiences. Gus is without doubt the best tour guide we have ever come across (and we've met a few!). He knows so much about his beautiful city, and loves to share it with everyone. We did all the main sites, plus quite a few others that were a bit off the beaten track. He seems to know just about everybody, has his own secret parking places, and can even get you into places just to use the rest room. If you have any time in Rio, be it a day or a week, you will not be disappointed with this delightful man!

Knowledgeable, Efficient and Safe - This was among the very best tours we have ever had as we travel throughout the globe. Gus was a fantastic personal tour guide who was incredibly knowledgeable. We saw so much in an unhurried and thoughtful way. He kept us safe, provided practical insight to culture, and was honestly just a kind and caring soul. He represented the very best of Brazil.

Gus is the best! - Me and my dad had a short, 4 day stay in Rio and hired Gus for our airport transfers and two days of tours. We were trying to see as much as we could in the little time we had and Gus made sure that happened as efficiently as possible. First off, our flights were significantly delayed and the itinerary kept changing. Gus was quick to respond and still available to pick us up, even after our arrival time changed 3 times and we ended up at a different airport. Because of the delay, we had to change one of our tours to the only other full day we had available and thankfully Gus rearranged his schedule to accommodate us. I have traveled to 60+ countries and have had guides in most of them and I normally only leave reviews for the most exceptional one's. The first tour we went on was a trip up to Christ the Redeemer and then Sugar Loaf. He made sure we went on a clear day to ensure the best views of the city. The trip was smooth and we were able to skip the lines and the crowds of people for the best experience and great pictures. After the tour, he made a lunch reservation for us at an amazing Brazilian steakhouse and dropped us off there. The next day we went on a city tour. He showed us all the sights and we were able to cover a lot of ground in the little time that we had. He even stopped at the Maracana stadium which was on my bucket list to see and we still made it to the airport on time in rush hour Friday traffic. Gus was available via Whatsapp throughout our whole stay and was giving us great recommendations and advice on what to do during our free time there. We felt very safe and it was great to know we had a friend in Rio. I would highly recommend hiring Gus and having the peace of mind that you will have a great experience.

Thank you, Gus! - My partner and I took a trip to Rio for my birthday and we were SO pleased with our tour guide, Gus. In addition to picking us up from the airport and transporting us to our hotel, he gave us a customized tour to the Selerón Steps, Restaurante y bar Garota de Ipanema and a nice gift shop. He even pulled over and let me take a picture with Antonio Carlos Jobim's statue on the beach! We really appreciated Gus's availability for questions, quotes and flexibility. He is very friendly, personable, gracious and his prices are reasonable and you get a GREAT value for your money. We'd recommend him to anyone who visits Rio. We've already decided that when we visit again, we're booking Gus for our touring needs! Thank you, Gus! ~Kelly and Katrina