Pantanal & Bonito Extension | Caiman Eco Lodge

On arrival into Campo Grande airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in the Pantanal area.

Upon your arrival at Campo Grande airport, you will receive assistance and be transferred to Caiman Lodge in the municipality of Miranda, Mato Grosso do Sul. The transfer, conducted with a private car and local driver, covers approximately 230 km and typically takes 3 to 4 hours (subject to changes in road conditions due to weather).

*Dinner is included this evening. If you arrive earlier lunch is available at an additional cost.

*Please note that the activities listed below may vary based on weather and other conditions.

Every day, we offer you excursions that promise unique experiences in the Southern Pantanal region. Caiman Lodge provides a complete immersion into one of South America's most biologically diverse areas, where you can partake in a variety of guided excursions daily.

Our local guides, known as "Caimaners," specialize in the flora and fauna of the Pantanal. Besides their extensive knowledge of the biome, they are also university-educated and bilingual in Portuguese and English, ensuring a rich and informative experience on every excursion. Additionally, you'll have the privilege of being accompanied by "Guias de Campo," native experts who intimately understand the region's nature and culture and are eager to share their insights.

Your daily itinerary will be tailored locally to suit the group's interests, the season, and current weather conditions.

Explore the wilderness on safari in open 4x4 vehicles, offering opportunities to spot wildlife and enjoy diverse landscapes. Glide through the tranquil waters on canoe tours, savoring breathtaking Pantanal sunsets. Trek along hiking trails to discover the rich flora and fauna, observe birds, and seek out various wildlife species. For a unique experience, join our nocturnal tours, immersing yourself in the forest's quietude while observing the nighttime behaviors of animals such as the ocelot, giant anteater, and occasionally, the jaguar.

Each day, we offer unique excursions in the Southern Pantanal region, providing complete immersion into one of South America's most diverse areas. Our expert guides, fluent in both Portuguese and English, lead you on tailored excursions based on group interests, seasonality, and weather conditions.

Enjoy safari tours in open 4x4 vehicles for wildlife spotting and scenic landscapes. Glide through the bay on leisurely canoe tours, witness stunning sunsets. Explore hiking trails to discover flora, fauna, and birdlife. Experience the tranquility of the forest on nocturnal tours, observing nighttime wildlife behaviors like the ocelot and giant anteater, and occasionally the jaguar.

After breakfast and a morning activity, you will leave Aguape Lodge via private transfer and be taken to your hotel or the airport in Bonito.

*Lunch at the lodge before departure is included if your flight schedule allows.

This tour begins with a short walk through the Riparian Forest of the Sucuri (Snake) River, a flat trail that offers the opportunity to spot and observe several animals of the region.
From the trail you will enter the water near the source of the river, once inside the pure waters you will be astounded by the clarity of these pure waters. The river will take you on a slow peaceful journey around 2km in distance. Along the way you enjoy watching the underwater flora and numerous fish in one of the cleanest waterways in the world.

Note: This is a half-day tour shared with a small group. It includes transfers, English-speaking guide and snorkeling equipment.

After the journey from town out to this private natural reserve guests take a very pleasant hike along the Riparian Forest surrounding the Olho D'água (Water Eye) river.
After this short walk the true adventure begins, put on your snorkels and googles and enter the river. The river takes you calmly and quietly to an incredible journey where one can enter the underwater world, inhabited by dozens of fish and aquatic plants species. Then snorkel your way down the crystal clear waters of the river.

Buraco das Araras (Macaw pit) is one of the largest sinkholes in the world. This massive hole in the earth has become a safe and secure home for thousands of birds. On site there are just under a kilometre of paths that pass by two primary viewpoints for fantastic bird watching. So far there are 157 species registered in the park, so you are guaranteed a bird spotting smorgasbord.

Note: This is a full-day tour shared with a small group. It includes transfers, English-speaking guide, snorkeling equipment and lunch.

Today you will be collected from your hotel in Bonito and transferred to Campo Grande Airport for your departure flight.