Pantanal, Brazil

Your adventure begins early this morning as we depart Cuiabá and drive south along the famous Transpantaneira Highway, one of the world's greatest wildlife roads. Even before reaching our lodge, the journey itself offers outstanding opportunities to observe the rich biodiversity of the Pantanal.
The route passes through vast wetlands, gallery forests and open grasslands where Jabiru Storks, Hyacinth Macaws, Toucans, Caimans, Capybaras and numerous raptors are commonly encountered. We make frequent stops for wildlife viewing and photography before reaching our lodge in the late afternoon.
After settling into your rooms, relax and enjoy your first evening surrounded by the sounds of the Pantanal.
Overnight: Pousada Berço Pantaneiro

The day begins early, when the forest is at its quietest and wildlife activity is already underway.
The next three days are devoted entirely to exploring the legendary Jaguar territory around Porto Jofre.
Each morning we board specially designed safari boats and venture deep into the maze of rivers, oxbow lakes and narrow channels that make this region so productive for wildlife.
Unlike conventional game drives, these boat safaris allow us to quietly approach wildlife along the riverbanks, providing striking photographic opportunities.

With another full day in the wilderness, there is time to explore beyond the most familiar routes and follow fresh signs of animal movement.
Our primary objective is the Jaguar, but every outing reveals a wealth of other species.
Giant River Otters often fish in family groups, Black Howler Monkeys call from the forest canopy, Capybaras lounge beside the water while thousands of Yacare Caimans line the muddy banks.

As the light changes, so does the character of the landscape, revealing new details with every drive.
Birdlife is simply exceptional, with Kingfishers, Herons, Hawks, Jabirus and Hyacinth Macaws frequently encountered throughout the day.
Lunch is served on board, allowing us to maximise our time on the river before returning to the lodge around sunset.
By afternoon, the forest takes on a different mood, with softer light and renewed animal activity shaping the next safari.

After breakfast we leave Porto Jofre and journey towards Rio Claro, another wildlife-rich region of the northern Pantanal.
Following lunch at the lodge, we enjoy a leisurely boat excursion along the Rio Claro River, offering excellent opportunities to observe aquatic birds, Giant River Otters and Marsh Deer. After dinner we head out once again for an exciting night safari, searching for nocturnal wildlife including Ocelots, Nightjars, Crab-eating Foxes and other elusive species.
Overnight: Pousada Rio Claro

This morning begins with a guided nature walk through the surrounding forest and wetlands. Travelling on foot allows us to appreciate the smaller details of the Pantanal ecosystem while searching for colourful birds, reptiles and mammals that often go unnoticed from vehicles.
Later we continue to our final lodge, Pousada Piuval, where the afternoon is spent exploring the surrounding habitat before enjoying another evening wildlife activity under the stars.
Overnight: Pousada Piuval

Our final full day offers a different perspective of the Pantanal through an extensive jeep safari across private reserve tracks.
These habitats are ideal for species less commonly encountered along the rivers, including Giant Anteaters, Tapirs, Marsh Deer, Armadillos and an extraordinary variety of birds. The slower pace allows ample opportunities for photography while enjoying the spectacular landscapes of Brazil's largest wetland.
A relaxed final evening provides time to reflect on an unforgettable week of wildlife encounters.
Overnight: Pousada Piuval

Following breakfast, we transfer back to Cuiabá Airport, where our extraordinary Pantanal expedition comes to an end.
Depending on your onward travel plans, additional nights in Cuiabá or extensions to other regions of Brazil can be arranged upon request.