Pantanal Jaguar Extreme Expedition

Pantanal Jaguar Extreme Expedition 11 days

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June to October | 10 nights

Pantanal Jaguar Extreme Expedition 11 days

A small group concentrated jaguar spotting itinerary in the best viewing environment in South America. Stay at great lodges and on board the unique Jaguar Flotel and see the diverse wildlife and flora of the Pantanal close up with experienced guides and expert photographers. Add this itinerary to an Amazon trip for a complete Brazilian wildlife adventure. Please note - this popular itinerary books out quickly and space is limited. Please enquire early! Small groups are on fixed date - please enquire. Tailor made options also available offering total date flexibility but at slightly higher rate. Prices based on two sharing.

Highlights

Best place in the world to see jaguars
Diverse wildlife including giant otters and amazing birds
Unique Quality Flotel accommodation

What's Included

Domestic flights from Sao Paulo to Cuiaba & return
Air-conditioned transfers from Cuiaba to Jaguar Flotel
Open safari truck transfers and excursions
Three meals per day as per itinerary
Services of expert naturalist guides

So much to experience

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All our itinerary holidays are fully customisable

1Day

Sao Paulo to Chapada dos Guimaraes

Fly from Sao Paulo to Cuiaba. Transfer to the Park Eco Lodge at Chapada do Guimaraes for two nights on a full board basis.

2-3Days

Chapada dos Guimaraes

In the transition between the cerrado and the Amazon rainforest, the Guimarães plateau acts as the dividing line between the Paraguay and Amazon river basins, forming an ecosystem of great ecological interest and fascinating geological formations. The cerrado is one of the South American lowland endemic centres for birds. Chapada dos Guimaraes National Park is considered a mystical region, with terrain reminiscent of the southwestern United States, it has waterfalls and rock formations, forests and pastures. The National Park has a rocky plateau that is 2,400 feet higher than the lowland s of The Pantanal.

4Day

Southwild Pantanal Lodge

Transfer to Cuiaba, take lunch and depart for 4 hour drive to the Southwild Pantanal Lodge. Travel through the dry forests and on to the Transpantaneria. Observe caiman, capybaras and waterbirds on the way. Enjoy dinner at the lodge.

5Day

Jaguar Flotel

Pre-breakfast bird and wildlife viewing. Late morning excursion before lunch. In the early afternoon continue on to Porto Jofre (2 hrs) with wildlife viewings on the way. Take boat to Jaguar Flotel. Dinner and overnight.

6 - 8Days

Game viewing from Jaguar Flotel

Two boat outings per day searching for jaguars and giant otters. Extensive wildlife viewing and photography. Breakfast, lunch and dinner

9 - 10Days

Southwild Pantanal Lodge

After breakfast transfer downstream to Porto Jofre and then by road back to the SouthWild Pantanal Lodge. Wildlife boat trips on the wildlife-rich Pixaim River and night spotlighting drive on open safari truck. Breakfast, lunch & dinner.

11Day

Depart for Cuiaba. Flight to Sao Paulo

After breakfast, transfer back to Cuiaba for your flight to Sao Paulo.

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Accommodation Options

Southwild Jaguar Flotel, Pantanal

Unique accommodation offering unparalleled viewings of jaguars in their natural habitat. Moored on the banks of the Cuiaba River, roughly 2.5 km from the opening to the Three Brothers River this floating hotel is a must-stay for wildlife enthusiasts.

Wake up to views across the Pantanal plains and step out onto the deck to be immersed into the natural beauty of the river and surrounding wetlands, perhaps spotting a giant otter on your way to breakfast.

This one of a kind flotel has spacious rooms for two with air conditioning, hot showers and en-suite bathrooms. Ample windows offer excellent views of the river or the wide Pantanal beyond.

Southwild Pantanal

Owned and managed by naturalist biologists, the Southwild Pantanal has plenty to offer eco-tourists and wildlife enthusiasts. Photographers will be rewarded throughout the day with great sightings of native birds and animals in their natural habitat.

Located in an idyllic setting on the bank of the Pixaim River, just 2.5km from the Transpantaneira Road. This intimate lodge has just eleven guestrooms which gives it a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

Traditional bedrooms in this old hacienda are comfortably furnished and decorated with local artwork. Rooms are cooled by air conditioning and have en-suite bathrooms. Each room opens to a veranda with hammocks to relax and enjoy the birds feasting on the bird feeders dotted around the gardens.

Park Eco Lodge, Chapada dos Guimaraes

Strategically located on the border of Chapada dos Guimarães National at an altitude of 750m in its 500 hectares of private land with two seasonal waterfalls (from Dec to Jul), amazing outlook over the entire Park, and several trails for the enjoyment of nature lovers.

Too much to choose from? This is where we come in

Take advantage of our vast experience, passion and expertise to help you hand craft the perfect Brazil adventure for you.

Amy Lucas Travel Specialist

With countless travel experiences and an enduring hunger for adventure, Amy knows exactly what’s needed to craft a holiday of a lifetime. Her experience and generosity of spirit are legendary and she’ll help you build an itinerary that will make all your dreams come true.

Simon Rowland Senior Travel Expert

As Senior Travel Expert, Simon has an absolute wealth of experience in adventure travel in some of the most fascinating places in the world. With in-depth knowledge and fantastic organizational skills, Simon’s first-hand experience and genuine passion drive him to work to create your perfect itinerary.

Michael Gardiner Senior Travel Expert

Mike has more than fifteen years hands-on experience in the industry, travelling to some of the most incredible wild places on the planet. His far-reaching knowledge and invaluable skills will ensure that your wildlife travel adventure is a dream come true.

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