Planning a trip is much more than buying a ticket or choosing a hotel. It involves the expectation of enjoying special days, the investment of savings and the trust that you and the people you love will be in good hands, from boarding to the hug when you return.
With the growth of the internet and social media, many informal tours and excursions have appeared, organised by people without technical training or legal backing. Cadastur, the official registry of the Ministério do Turismo (Brazil's Ministry of Tourism), exists precisely to protect consumers. Knowing what it means is the first step towards a trip without unpleasant surprises.
What is Cadastur and why does it matter?
Cadastur is the official registration system for individuals and companies working in Brazil's tourism sector. Created under the Lei Geral do Turismo (General Tourism Law), it is not just a decorative seal: it is a legal requirement for travel agencies, tourist transport companies, accommodation providers and tour guides.
Being registered means the company has a regularised CNPJ, a verified headquarters, up-to-date permits and formally qualified professionals before the authorities. For the traveller, this registration brings three fundamental guarantees:
- Contractual security: Registered companies provide a formal service contract, with rights, duties, cancellation policies and itineraries defined with complete clarity.
- Inspected vehicles: The transport used by reputable agencies undergoes rigorous technical and regulatory inspections by interstate transport oversight bodies, ensuring up-to-date maintenance and civil liability insurance for all passengers.
- Qualified guides: The group is led by professional tour guides who are duly accredited and trained in first aid, cultural mediation and handling unexpected situations on the road.
Mundo a Passeio's commitment to your peace of mind
At Mundo a Passeio, the seriousness of our operation is a source of pride. With years on the road taking groups from Porto Alegre to destinations across Brazil and South America, we keep our Cadastur registration, and that of our guides, always up to date and transparent.
We believe travelling should be synonymous with lightness and joy. That is why, from the first contact on WhatsApp until you arrive back home, you can count on a close, dedicated and formally qualified team to look after your safety and wellbeing.
Want to experience the thrill of group travel with complete peace of mind? Explore our itineraries and upcoming departures or message Ana Carla on WhatsApp to ask questions and choose your next destination.
Sources and references
- Ministério do Turismo (MTur), Sistema de Informações do Cadastro de Prestadores de Serviços Turísticos (Cadastur) (the Ministry of Tourism's information system for the register of tourism service providers).
- Federal Law no. 11.771/2008 (Lei Geral do Turismo, the General Tourism Law) and the regulations governing travel agencies and tour guides.
- Official Cadastur registration records of Mundo a Passeio with the Ministério do Turismo.
