Abstract
The Pantanal of Mato Grosso is the largest floodplain on the planet - 230,000 square kilometres periodically flooded - and protects the largest fish reserve in South America. Declared a World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, it contains elements of the Amazon rainforest, the Caatinga, the Brazilian savannah, the Atlantic rainforest and the Paraguayan Chaco. This fantastic biodiversity is home to around 700 different species of birds, 80 mammals, 260 fish and 50 reptiles. In the Pantanal, water sets the pace of life for humans and animals. In summer, from December to April during the rainy season, animals seek refuge in the highlands and nature is at its most luxuriant. From May onwards, the waters begin to recede. The river basin, composed of the Paraguai, Cuiabá, Piriqui and Sao Lorenço rivers, as well as thousands of other intermittent waterways, contains an enormous quantity of fish of all species and sizes. The Pousada Rio Mutum, 130 km from Cuiabá, the capital of Mato Grosso, is a beautiful eco-resort for nature lovers, nestled in one of the lush regions of the Pantanal, home to hundreds of species of wildlife, birds and fish. The lodge organises bird watching, horse riding and night-time excursions for guests to search for nocturnal animals. Other activities offered at the lodge include canoe trips, a visit to a local indigenous community and a photo safari on the Mutum River.,
Characteristics
Guaranteed shared tours with a minimum of 2 participants..
Itinerary
Giorno 1 — Pantanal (Cuiaba)
I arrive at the airport of Pantanal (Cuiaba)., welcome upon arrival and transfer to the hotel, duration 2H30 hours approximately, accommodation in a lodge, dinner, accommodation,
Giorno 2 — Pantanal (Cuiaba)
Breakfast, Approximately 3-hour ecological walk to explore nature, crossing wooded areas, forests and open fields in search of birds, mammals, reptiles, plants and other components of the Pantanal ecosystem., return to the lodge, lunch, In the afternoon, a boat trip along the Mutum River (approximately 3 hours). During this trip through crystal clear waters and winding waterways, you can observe giant otters (Pteronura brasiliensis), stingrays (Dasyatis Taeniura) and schools of small fish. On its banks, you can spot various species of birds whose natural habitat is the surrounding vegetation., return to the lodge, dinner, After dinner, a night-time excursion with headlamps aboard a jeep or boat, lasting about 2 hours, to explore the surroundings in search of nocturnal creatures and to contemplate the wetland environment., accommodation,
Giorno 3 — Pantanal (Cuiaba)
Breakfast, Approximately 3-hour horse ride to a typical farm on the edge of Siá Mariana Bay. This route is excellent for observing local flora and fauna throughout the year., return to the lodge, lunch, In the afternoon, a boat trip of about 3 hours along the Mutum River to Siá Mariana Bay (8 km long in a north/south direction). During this tour, we will explore the shores of the bay and the channel connecting the two bays, Siá Mariana and Chacororé. You will be able to observe many species of birds, reptiles and other animals (during the rainy season, Chacororé Bay exceeds 15 km in length). Stop to admire the sunset and fish for piranhas (please note: piranha fishing is only possible from February to September). On the way back to the lodge, night-time spotlighting activity in search of animals., dinner, accommodation,
Giorno 4 — Pantanal (Cuiaba)
Departure at dawn for a canoe paddle lasting approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, to appreciate the spectacle of nature awakening in the Pantanal., return to the lodge, breakfast, airport transfer, end of the tour,
Notes
ROOMS: The rooms are always and only for 1 or 2 beds. The terms triple, quadruple, family room refer solely to the number of occupants, who will be accommodated in the existing beds (maximum 2 beds). An additional bed (rollaway), even if requested at the time of booking, is always subject to availability and payment of a local supplement. Requests for rooms with a double bed or twin beds, connecting rooms, adjacent rooms, on higher or lower floors, etc., are always subject to availability and are never guaranteed.. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Participants must ensure before departure that they have the necessary and valid documentation for entry into the countries visited during the tour.. HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The organizing company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and/or the planned accommodations if required by unforeseen circumstances and if necessary for the safety and smooth continuation of the trip.. INTOLERANCES AND SPECIAL DIETARY REGIMES: food intolerances (allergies, celiac disease, etc.) and special dietary regimes (vegan, etc.) must be communicated at the time of booking. Special menus or treatments are not provided or guaranteed, but we will do our best to accommodate the needs of participants. Notifications made after arrival will not be taken into consideration.. MEALS: not included unless specified.. REFUNDS: There are no refunds for parts of the tour or excursions not carried out due to force majeure; in any case, no refund is due to the customer who decides to interrupt the trip or stay..
Starts from
2 days / 1 nights - from Pantanal (Cuiaba) to Pantanal (Cuiaba).
Meals
Legend: B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner.
Price includes
Hotel accommodation, entrances, visits and excursions as per the itinerary, meals: breakfasts, lunches, dinners.
Price does not include
Opening fee and Zero Risk coverage. Medical-luggage-cancellation insurance. Unmentioned meals, beverages and extras in general. Tip. Flights and airport taxes. Everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes".
