Cuiaba Trip Overview
The Pantanal Wetlands are the world’s largest expanse of flooded plains, covering 140,000 km² of countless bird species, endemic plants, Alligators, mammals, marine life and yes, even elusive Jaguars!
Stepping in the footsteps of this mystical creature is worthy of its own dedicated tour and experience, particularly as even while we embark on our quest, there will be no shortage of wildlife encounters and tropical flora to be relished in their own right.
Traveling mainly by boat through the Pantanal will give us our best opportunity to both catch glimpse of the ever-evasive ‘big cat’, while also having minimal impact on the natural environment around us, meaning that this vital though fragile ecosystem is preserved for years to come.
Additional Info
Duration: 6 days
Starts: Cuiaba, Brazil
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Cuiaba, State of Mato Grosso, Brazil
The Pantanal Wetlands are the world’s largest expanse of flooded plains, covering 140,000 km² of countless bird species, endemic plants, Alligators, mammals, marine life and yes, even elusive Jaguars!
Stepping in the footsteps of this mystical creature is worthy of its own dedicated tour and experience, particularly as even while we embark on our quest, there will be no shortage of wildlife encounters and tropical flora to be relished in their own right.
Traveling mainly by boat through the Pantanal will give us our best opportunity to both catch glimpse of the ever-evasive ‘big cat’, while also having minimal impact on the natural environment around us, meaning that this vital though fragile ecosystem is preserved for years to come.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Cuiabá- Transpantaneira
Pass By: Cuiaba, Cuiaba, State of Mato Grosso
Airport arrival to Cuiabá and transfer to the Pantanal region along the Transpantaneira Highway. This zone comprehends the greatest wildlife concentration in Latin America and is the best site in Brazil for visitors to observe it. We will stay in fazendas, typical farms, where we will be in direct contact with nature. Accommodation.
Night at the Pousada Rio Claro | Standard Room.
Included: driver + guide , regular transport (SIB – Shared) , arrival transfer , full Board (drinks not included unless specified) , local guide , regular tour with guide (SIB – shared service) , room and breakfast
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Night at the Pousada Rio Claro | Standard Room.
Day 2: Transpantaneira – Porto Jofre
Stop At: Porto Joffre, Porto Joffre, State of Mato Grosso
After breakfast we’ll make an early tour to watch dawn. Then we will enjoy a boat excursion by Claro River in search for birds and other animals. After lunch and checking out we transfer to a fazenda located in the middle of the Transpantaneira in the region of Porto Jofre where we’ll have dinner.
Night at the Hotel Pantanal Norte (Porto Jofre) | Standard Room.
Included: speedboat , regular tour with guide (SIB – shared service) , dinner (no drinks) , full Board (drinks not included unless specified) , lunch included (no drinks included unless specified) , room and breakfast
Duration: 10 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Night at the Hotel Pantanal Norte (Porto Jofre) | Standard Room.
Day 3: Porto Jofre – Searching for the Jaguar
Stop At: Porto Joffre, Porto Joffre, State of Mato Grosso
These days will be dedicated to the search for Jaguars along the local rivers banks. The Pantanal water basin are where the largest cat in the Americas can be seen. Local wildlife may also be sighted in the waters and in river banks. Alligators, Giant Otters, Capybaras, Iguanas, Jabiru Storks, Gulls and other species that inhabit the rich Pantanal biome.
At dawn, after breakfast, we’ll leave by boat to do the Jaguar tour, where we’ll get the best chances to spot the jaguar. Even though it’s difficult animal to see, we are at the best place to find him. After activities we go back to the pousada to spend the night.
Night at the Hotel Pantanal Norte (Porto Jofre) | Standard Room.
Included: speedboat , regular tour with guide (SIB – shared service) , dinner (no drinks) , full Board (drinks not included unless specified) , lunch included (no drinks included unless specified) , room and breakfast
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Night at the Hotel Pantanal Norte (Porto Jofre) | Standard Room.
Day 4: Porto Jofre – Transpantaneira
Stop At: Porto Joffre, Porto Joffre, State of Mato Grosso
After breakfast we’ll leave again to start another stage of the Jaguar tour. After lunch and checkout we will transfer to another fazenda located in a different region of the Transpantaneira. Check in at the fazenda and dinner.
Night at Pousada Piuval | Suite Luxo Room.
Included: speedboat , regular tour with guide (SIB – shared service) , full Board (drinks not included unless specified) , regular tour (SIB – shared service)
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Night at Pousada Piuval | Suite Luxo Room.
Day 5: Transpantaneira Nature & Wildlife
Stop At: Cuiaba, Cuiaba, State of Mato Grosso
We will make the most of this day starting from sunrise until nighttime, participating in different activities. We will follow the daily program of activities, all of them related to the great nature surrounding the fazenda. We will observe wildlife and experience the Pantanal region.
Night at Pousada Piuval | Suite Luxo Room.
Included: speedboat , regular tour with guide (SIB – shared service) , full Board (drinks not included unless specified) , regular tour (SIB – shared service)
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Night at Pousada Piuval | Suite Luxo Room.
Day 6: Transfer out Cuiabá
Pass By: Cuiaba, Cuiaba, State of Mato Grosso
In the morning, transfer to the airport of Cuiabá for departure to your next destination. Included: only Driver (Portuguese speaking) , regular transport (SIB – Shared) , departure transfer
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
