10 Sustainable Brazil Ecolodges And Nature Retreats
Something is shifting in the way we travel since the pandemic. More people are looking for meaning, not just a change of scenery. We’re craving connection to nature, to community, and to ourselves.
Ecolodges and retreats speak to that need. They offer experiences that are both grounding and inspiring. You’re not just checking into a room. You’re stepping into a living, breathing ecosystem.
These places are built with care. They restore the land, use local materials, support small communities, and tread lightly. At the same time, they give travellers comfort, calm, and a real sense of place.
Whether it’s a cabin in the Atlantic Forest or a dome near a waterfall, ecolodges remind us that we don’t have to harm nature to enjoy it. The best travel helps protect what we love.
This guide is a glimpse of that future. One where your stay does good, feels good, and leaves a lasting impact on you and the world around you.
1. Casa Tambor
Casa Tambor is tucked into the hills above the beautiful beach town of Paraty. It’s quiet, green, and ideal for people wanting to unplug and reconnect with nature. The views stretch over the forest to the sea, and every room has its own hammock.
The chalés and glass bungalows are spread out for privacy. Organic breakfasts are served daily. The Wi-Fi is limited on purpose, so you can drop into a slower rhythm and just enjoy the present moment.
This is a place to rest and reconnect. You can walk to nearby waterfalls, swim at some of Brazil’s most beautiful beaches, visit artisan communities, or chill in a hammock with the sounds of the tropical forest all around.
Location: 8 km from Paraty, near Rio de Janeiro
Price: From USD 240–360 for 3 nights
Sustainability: Solar water heating, permaculture gardens, composting, spring-fed water
Activities: Waterfall hikes, yoga, artisan visits, beaches, forest walks
2. La Luciole Ecolodge
La Luciole is a cozy glamping spot in the jungle. Treehouse domes give you the feeling of sleeping in the canopy. The saltwater pool and jungle trails keep you close to nature.
Each unit is hand-built with local bamboo and wood. There’s no A/C, but the natural design keeps things cool. They use solar lighting and composting systems throughout the site. The idea is you feel part of the surrounding jungle.
You’re close to beaches, the legendary Gold Trail, and forest hikes. It’s a favorite for couples, creatives, and anyone who wants to slow down without roughing it.
Location: Paraty, near Rio de Janeiro
Price: USD 150–250 per night
Sustainability: Bamboo construction, solar lighting, eco-cleaning, compost toilets
Activities: Guided hikes, pool, beaches, birdwatching, kayaking
3. Eco Caminhos
Eco Caminhos is a working permaculture retreat for digital nomads and regenerative travellers. It’s not just a stay, it’s an experience. You can join workshops, help in the garden, or just co-work with a view.
Most food is grown on-site and there’s a big focus on community living. Buildings are made from natural materials and there’s solar energy, compost systems, and constant reforestation.
Evenings are spent around shared meals, or walking in the spectacular mountains in the Nova Friburgo area. It’s peaceful, productive, and ideal for conscious creatives or small group retreats.
Location: Near Nova Friburgo, mountains near Rio de Janeiro
Price: USD 640 per week (shared) to USD 2,900/month (private)
Sustainability: Permaculture, self-grown food, bioconstruction, 8,000+ trees planted
Activities: Agroforestry, bioconstruction, hiking, waterfall swims, group meals
4. Eco Lodge Itororó
Location: 2.5 hours from Rio, near Nova Friburgo at 1,200m altitude
Price: Moderate (approx. USD 80–150/night)
Sustainability: Solar power, reforestation, natural spring water
Activities: Hiking, birdwatching, wildlife viewing, forest immersion
Eco Lodge Itororó is tucked high in the mountains with cooler air and stunning forest and mountain views. It’s an ideal eco-retreat if you want to escape the heat in Rio de Janeiro and dive into pure nature.
The ecolodge focuses on silence, stillness and simplicity. Meals are homemade, and most guests spend their time hiking or relaxing in the gardens. There are no loud parties like other Brazilian resort areas, just forest sounds and the occasional monkey.
Sustainability is built into everything they do, from solar energy to over 100,000 square meters of reforested land. Birders especially love this area for spotting rare species in the wild.
5. Atlantica Jungle Lodge
Atlantica Jungle Lodge is beachfront and car-free. It’s only accessible by boat or foot and faces a calm bay that feels like your own private island in one of the most beautiful areas of Brazil called Ilha Grande.
Rooms are clean and comfortable with just enough modern touches to make you feel at home. There’s no noisy infrastructure or busy beach crowds like other coastal areas. You can just swing in your hammock and enjoy the jungle vibes.
They offer kayaks, snorkelling gear, and guides to help you explore the huge island that surrounds the eco-resort. It’s a great base for nature lovers, couples, or small retreat groups who want a quiet, ocean-side escape.
Location: Praia do Pouso, Ilha Grande (3 hours from Rio de Janeiro)
Price: USD 120–200 per night (includes breakfast)
Sustainability: Off-grid energy, non-motorized water gear, green cleaning
Activities: Snorkelling, SUP, waterfall hikes, Lopes Mendes Beach
6. Abraão Eco Pousadas
For those who want more convenience on Ilha Grande, Abraão has several eco-pousadas with a backpacker-friendly vibe. You get easy access to food, shops, and hiking trails.
The accommodations are simple and clean. Many pousadas offer breakfast and work with local tour guides and conservation programs to make it easy to explore this massive island during your stay.
It’s perfect for budget travellers or anyone wanting to mix a little comfort with outdoor adventures. You can hike, snorkel, or take boats to nearby lagoons and beaches.
Location: Vila do Abraão, Ilha Grande’s main village
Price: USD 40–100 per night
Sustainability: Rainwater systems, solar panels, local food sourcing, recycling
Activities: Hikes to Pico do Papagaio, beaches, kayaking, snorkelling
7. Trindade Paraty
Trindade is a little beach town where the rainforest meets the ocean. It’s relaxed, artsy, and full of barefoot energy. Most accommodations are rustic pousadas run by locals.
While not a single ecolodge, the town itself feels eco-forward. No resorts, no chains, just trails to hidden beaches, surf spots, and natural tide pools like Caixa d’Aço.
Expect coconut stands, street musicians, and jungle trails right outside your door. It’s perfect for budget-friendly nature getaways or low-key surf retreats.
Location: Trindade village, south of Paraty (3 hours from Rio)
Price: USD 60–200 per night (varies by pousada)
Sustainability: Locally run pousadas, low-impact wooden buildings, minimal infrastructure
Activities: Surfing, beach hikes, natural pools, local art and live music
8. Rio do Rastro Eco Resort
Set on a mountaintop, this resort offers some of the best views in southern Brazil’s beautiful state of Santa Catalina. It’s cozy, quiet, and filled with fresh air and fireplace vibes.
Each lodge-style cabin is built with comfort in mind for a luxurious mountain experience. The on-site restaurant serves local produce and meats, and the setting encourages slow living and mindful contemplation.
This ecolodge is perfect for couples or small retreats focused on restoration and nature immersion. Bring a sweater and your camera because the views of the Serra do Rio do Rastro canyon are next-level.
Location: Overlooking the Serra do Rio do Rastro canyon, Santa Catalina
Price: Mid to high-end (approx. USD 250–400 per night)
Sustainability: Natural integration with the land, local food sourcing, energy efficiency
Activities: Scenic drives, canyon hikes, horseback riding, lodge-based retreats
9. Pousada Vila Tamarindo
Vila Tamarindo is a peaceful stay just steps from the beach. You’re close to the action in Florianópolis but tucked away enough to feel calm and surrounded by green tranquillity.
The ecolodge is family-run, with a focus on local food and native plants. The rooms are simple, airy, and perfect for sleeping with the windows open as you enjoy the cool breeze off the Atlantic Ocean.
Campeche is great for sunrise beach walks and long surf sessions. If you want city access without the noise, this is a solid retreat spot for unplugging and awakening your senses.
Location: Campeche Beach, Florianópolis (Santa Catalina)
Price: USD 80–150 per night
Sustainability: Organic gardens, native landscaping, eco-cleaning, energy conservation
Activities: Beach walks, forest hikes, surfing, yoga
10. Filha Da Lua Eco-Lodge
Filha Da Lua blends barefoot luxury with natural simplicity. Set between the forest and protected sand dunes, the architecture uses raw wood, clay, and stone that is locally sourced.
The entire ecolodge architecture is built to tread lightly on the land. They avoid plastic, support local producers, and protect the surrounding sand dunes from development.
Guests come here for slow mornings, deep yoga, clean food, and star-filled skies at night. It’s a beautiful location for an upscale wellness retreat or nature-based honeymoon on the Brazilian coast.
Location: Praia do Rosa, Santa Catalina
Price: Luxury mid-range (USD 200–350 per night)
Sustainability: Natural materials, dune preservation, organic gardens, plastic-free policy
Activities: Lagoon swimming, yoga, stargazing, dune hikes
Why Book A Sustainable Brazil Ecolodge?
These ecolodges and nature retreats show us what travel can become: slower, more intentional, and deeply connected to the land. You’re not just passing through. You’re part of something alive and meaningful.
You leave rested, but also more aware. More rooted in time and space. You remember what silence sounds like and stillness feels like. What it feels like to wake up in a place that actually cares about its impact.
And that sustainable impact goes both ways. Your stay supports local farmers, reforests degraded land, and helps preserve wild spaces for future generations to enjoy.
The future of travel isn’t about ticking off landmarks for Instagram. It’s about finding places that help you feel more human. These ecolodges are already doing that. And the best part?
They’re just getting started.
I have been running mindful hiking retreats for the last 7 years that integrate mindful awareness, experiential learning and community building practices.
I love exploring new places, flying my drone and sharing my adventures on my Instagram.
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