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Pantanal & Bonito Extension | Caiman Eco Lodge

6 Days
From CAD 7,135

STYLE: Extension package

Trip Code: BRTSPX5

DIFFICULTY RATING: 1 (easy adventure)

Start: The Pantanal, Brazil

Finish: Bonito, Brazil

DestinationDestination

Brazil

DestinationDeparture Date

Daily

MealsMeals

6 Breakfasts (B), 3 Lunches (L), 3 Dinner (D)

TransportTransport

Private Transfers Throughout

TransportAccommodation

Jungle Lodge & Hotel



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Included SightseeingIncluded Sightseeing

Pantanal: Selected lodge activities with a naturalist guide such as a 4WD safari, canoe tour, hiking or enjoy a nocturnal tour.
Bonito: Half-day Sucuri River Tour, Full-day Rio da Prata & Buraco das Araras Tour

 

* Itinerary and activities are subject to change depending on weather conditions and government regulations.

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OVERVIEW

Stay in the heart of the Pantanal at Caiman Ecolodge. This intimate accommodation provides the perfect base for exploring what is the world’s largest wetlands. You will have two full days to enjoy included and optional excursions to the Pantanal including 4WD safari’s, birdwatching, hiking, canoeing and more. From Caiman Ecolodge, you will continue to Bonito where you will enjoy two snorkelling experiences on the Sucuri and Olho D’agua Rivers. You will also journey to Buraco das Aras, one of the larges sink holes in the world. 

We also have a standard option available at Pousada Aguape.

Pricing and availability is subject to change and offer and may be withdrawn or varied at any time. Please contact us for the latest availability.

ITINERARY

Arrival transfer in Pantanal

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

Arrival from Bonito to Caiman Ecolodge

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.

Pantanal day tour

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.

Pantanal day tour

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.

Departure from Refugio to Bonito

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.

Rio Sucuri Snorkelling Half Day Tour

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.

Rio Da Prata Snorkeling & Buraco das Araras Tour

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.

Transfer to the airport for onward destination

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

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WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ITINERARY

  • Enjoy an intimate and unique stay at Caiman Ecolodge, located in Cuyabeno Reserve at the heart of the Pantanal

  • Take included and optional excursions over two full days in the Pantanal, the world's largest tropical wetland area and the world's largest flooded grasslands

  • Snorkel the Sucuri and Olho D’agua Rivers, spotting a diverse array of fish and underwater plant life

  • Visit Buraco das Aras sink hole and see a diverse array of birdlife including macaws, toucans and blue-crowned motmots and
    blue-headed trogons

Accommodation

We believe that appropriate accommodation should add to the authentic travel experience, as well as providing utmost enjoyment. For that reason our accommodation is scrutinised by our staff on the ground frequently, ensuring the properties adhere to our high standards. This key will help you understand the levels of accommodation available on this tour.

Standard

Comfortable properties with dependable facilities and service.

Superior

Comfortable properties with dependable facilities and service.

Deluxe

Luxurious properties with impeccable facilities and service.

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Important Information

  • The order of activities are subject to change.

    Prices are based on per person, twin share.
    Prices are correct at time of publishing but are subject to change at any time.
    All entrance fees are subject to change without prior notice.

  • Inclusions

    Accommodation
    Tours as mentioned
    Airport transfers
    All meals at Pantanal Lodge
    Breakfast daily in Bonito

     

    Exclusions

    International and internal flights not indicated
    Visa and reciprocity fees (if applicable)
    Local taxes (if applicable)
    Travel insurance
    Extra Beverages
    Personal expenses
    Gratuities for tour guides and drivers
    Any items not mentioned as included

  • 1 (easy adventure)
  • A single supplement surcharge applies and is subject to availability. Please contact us for more information.

  • Seasonality and availability at time of booking.