This itinerary offers a perfect blend of wildlife encounters, scenic beauty, and cultural exploration. Embark on an exhilarating journey through the Pantanal, starting with a scenic drive from Cuiabá on the Transpantaneira road filled with birdwatching stops. Enjoy a lot of wildlife spotting opportunities, including giant anteaters and tapirs, and nocturnal excursions to see crab-eating foxes. Continue to Porto Jofre for thrilling jaguar and giant otter spotting adventures. Return to the Pantanal for forest hikes, seeking howler monkeys, capuchins, and hyacinth macaws, and enjoy a horseback ride across the expansive landscape. Move on to Chapada dos Guimarães to explore beautiful waterfalls and historic sites, including the oldest church in Mato Grosso. Finally, conclude your adventure in Nobres, where you’ll swim in crystal-clear waters and witness the majestic flight of blue-and-yellow macaws before heading back to Cuiabá.

From 3.595 EUR 10 Days / 9 Nights Departure: Walking Grade: Easy

Trip Details

Group Size

8 Travelers Max

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Tour Highlights

numerous birdwatching stops along the scenic drive from Cuiabá, capturing photos of diverse species.
Experience the thrill of observing giant anteaters and tapirs during dedicated wildlife excursions.
Spend two days in Porto Jofre searching for elusive jaguars and encountering giant otters.
Explore the Pantanal's diverse flora and fauna on foot and horseback, spotting howler monkeys, capuchins, and hyacinth macaws.
Discover stunning waterfalls and swim in three cascading pools.
Swim with colorful fish in the pristine waters of the Salobra River and observe the flight of blue-and-yellow macaws at Lagoa das Araras.

What to expect

Lodging: Comfortable
Transportation: Medium

Tour Type

Scheduled
Shared

Departure

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Thematics

Adventure
Birdwatching
Photography
Wildlife

Itinerary

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DAY 1

Cuiabá – Transpantaneira

We will meet at the hotel in Cuiabá at 8 am (overnight stay included). From there, we will take the road straight to northern Pantanal and our first lodge. Along the way, we may stop several times to observe the fauna, e...

B, L, D Transpantaneira (or similar)

Gartered Trogon (Trogon caligatus) © Wild Expedition @ Mateo Bohringer

DAY 2

Transpantaneira

Before breakfast, we will take a walk to observe nature at dawn and try to spot toucans and Hyacinth macaws. After breakfast, we will embark on a photo safari or hike in the woods to look for mammals and the Blue-crowned...

B, L, D Transpantaneira (or similar)

DAY 3

Transpantaneira – Porto Jofre

Before breakfast, we will take a walk around the lodge to observe toucans and aracaris at the feeders. After breakfast, we will depart for Porto Jofre, arriving late in the morning as we will often stop along the road to...

B, L, D Porto Jofre (or similar)

DAY 4

Porto Jofre

After breakfast, we will spend the entire morning on a boat in search of jaguars. Following a lunch break, we will continue our search for the big cat in the afternoon and also try to find Giant otters (Pteronura brasili...

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DAY 5

Porto Jofre – Transpantaneira

After breakfast, we will depart for our next lodge, making several stops along the road to observe and photograph the abundant wildlife. Upon arrival, we will have lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, we will go hiking ...

B, L, D Pantanal (or similar)

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DAY 6

Transpantaneira

Before breakfast, we will go for a walk to observe nature at dawn. The more we search for the fauna, the more chances we have for surprising encounters. After breakfast, we will go horseback riding, which is an excellent...

B, L, D Pantanal (or similar)

DAY 7

Pantanal – Chapada dos Guimaraes

Before breakfast, we will ride along the Transpantaneira road to look for the Giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla). After breakfast, we will visit “Corixo Verde,” where we can observe numerous caimans (Caiman yacare)...

B, L, D Chapada dos Guimarães (or similar)

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DAY 8

Chapada dos Guimaraes

After breakfast, we will depart for the “7 Waterfall Path” to hike seven kilometers, with opportunities to swim in three waterfalls—a perfect way to relax after a long walk. We will then have a lunch break at a restauran...

B, L, D Chapada dos Guimarães (or similar)

DAY 9

Chapada dos Guimarães – Nobres

After breakfast, we will depart for Nobres. Upon arrival at the lodge, we will have lunch. In the afternoon, we will go snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of the Rio Salobra, which is right next to the lodge. Later, ...

B, L, D Nobres (or similar)

DAY 10

Nobres – Cuiaba

After breakfast, we will visit the magnificent Serra Azul Falls. Following an 800-meter walk and a 470-step climb, you will be rewarded with a stunning view of the 45-meter-high Serra Azul waterfall, which cascades into ...

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Gallery

Giant Otter - Wildexpedition - ©mateobohringer

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Price Details

Included

All meals indicated as B, L or D
All accommodations in Double Twin occupancy
Accommodation in standard hotels
Accommodation in guest houses
A Tour Leader English speaking guide
Local Guides specialized in the region
Private transportation in comfortable vehicles
Boat transportation
Daily supply of one bottle of water per person

Not Included

International flights
Domestic flights
Personal expenses
Additional drinks and meals
Tips
Laundry
Travel Insurance (mandatory)
Visa fees (if required)
Optional activities

Minimum Deposit

30% (The last payment must be completed 45 days prior to the start of the trip.)

Price Base

Price from 5 to 6 people: 3.595 EUR
Price from 7 to 8 people: 3.595 EUR

* Price is indicated per person

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