Jeremoabo, Brazil

Jeremoabo sits deep in Bahia's interior, where the Raso da Catarina ecoregion's scrubland dominates the landscape. This isn't tourist Brazil—it's a working agricultural municipality where expats need Portuguese fluency and tolerance for semi-arid climates. The protected ecological areas mean stunning biodiversity but also limited infrastructure; expect to drive long distances for specialized healthcare or international goods.

Life here revolves around local rhythms. The Cocorobó protected area brings researchers passing through, but most foreigners are either committed environmental workers or retirees who've specifically sought out isolation. July temperatures regularly hit 90°F with low humidity. If you need urban amenities, Paulo Afonso is the closest city at 120km away.