Pantanal Wetlands & Rio de Janeiro Tour
Summary
8 Days / 7 NightsThe Pantanal is a vast wetland-approximately half the size of Texas, stretching across the borders of Brazil, Bolivia and Paraguay. During the rainy season, from October to March, the entire Pantanal region floods with small patches of dry land, where most of the Pantanal’s wealth of animals migrate. The waters begin to recede in March and remain low until the following rainy season. This flooding has made systematic farming in the region impractical, leaving an enormously rich feeding ground for wildlife. The Pantanal is a wildlife sanctuary filled with giant river otters, anacondas, iguanas, jaguars, ocelots, cougars, jacarés (caiman), deer, giant anteaters, black howler monkeys, zebu bulls and capybaras, the world’s largest rodents. The Pantanal is also home to over 600 species of birds, making them easy to spot. The richness and diversity of the Pantanal’s flora and fauna are absolutely unforgettable. Finish your tour with a visit to the stunning city of Rio de Janeiro! Note: Activities at the Pantanal Lodges are subject to availability and may vary from one lodge to the other.
| FROM 1651 Per Person |
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Itinerary

Day 1Arrival in Rio & Corcovado Tour
Spend the rest of the evening at your leisure, relaxing on the beach or go to the bar and order the refreshing caipirinha, Brazil’s national drink.

Day 2Rio & Sugar Loaf Mountain Tour
Continue to discover ‘the marvelous city’ and visit all of its landmarks, learn the history of the country, from colonial times to today.
In the afternoon, slow down and relax with the Cariocas (people from Rio de Janeiro) at Copacabana or Ipanema beaches

Day 3Transfer to Cuiabá & Arrival in the Pantanal
Your stay includes activities to help you discover the vastness of the region, with its breathtaking landscapes and its varied fauna. You’re likely to spot animals wandering through the marshes, and some of the most famous creatures are the giant river otters and the jabiru storks.

Day 4Horseback Riding & Night Safari
Other options include a guided hiking tour where you can familiarize yourself with the local flora and fauna. The Pantanal is an ideal destination for birdwatching since it is home to more than 600 species of birds including macaws, storks, and kingfisher.
After the tour, return to the lodge and relax. You can go on a night safari to spot caimans, frogs, and other nocturnal creatures. Since you are far away from any large city, the Pantanal is a great place to observe the Southern constellations and listen to the soothing sounds of nature.

Day 5Canoe Tour & Piranha Fishing
Later in the morning, go on a canoe tour where you can see the diversity of the local fish in the region. You may also see giant otters, gentle mammals that live on small pads of land.
Test your fishing skills and try to catch a piranha, the famous carnivorous fish native to South America.

Day 6Hiking Tour
In the afternoon, return to the lodge and spend your last night in the Pantanal.

Day 7Transfer back to Rio
Spend the day at your leisure. You can opt to go to a dinner show and try delicious Brazilian specialties while enjoying a cheerful samba performance.

Day 8Departure from Rio
Summary
The waters begin to recede in March and remain low until the following rainy season. This flooding has made systematic farming in the region impractical, leaving an enormously rich feeding ground for wildlife. The Pantanal is a wildlife sanctuary filled with giant river otters, anacondas, iguanas, jaguars, ocelots, cougars, jacarés (caiman), deer, giant anteaters, black howler monkeys, zebu bulls and capybaras, the world’s largest rodents. The Pantanal is also home to over 600 species of birds, making them easy to spot. The richness and diversity of the Pantanal’s flora and fauna are absolutely unforgettable. Finish your tour with a visit to the stunning city of Rio de Janeiro!
Note: Activities at the Pantanal Lodges are subject to availability and may vary from one lodge to the other.
Tour Highlights
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Rio de Janeiro
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Sugarloaf Mountain
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Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer statue
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Flora & Fauna - The Pantanal
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Daily wildlife excursions
Included
- 7-Nights accommodations
- All breakfasts
- All land transfers

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Sample Itinerary
DOWNLOAD ITINERARYDay 1Arrival in Rio & Corcovado Tour

Spend the rest of the evening at your leisure, relaxing on the beach or go to the bar and order the refreshing caipirinha, Brazil’s national drink.
Day 2Rio & Sugar Loaf Mountain Tour
Day 3Transfer to Cuiabá & Arrival in the Pantanal
Day 4Horseback Riding & Night Safari
Day 5Canoe Tour & Piranha Fishing
Day 6Hiking Tour
Day 7Transfer back to Rio
Day 8Departure from Rio
Estimated Tour Price Without Flights
Prices vary according to several factors including: season, number of people traveling, shared vs private excursions, when you book and rooming arrangements. These are from prices based on low season.
We can customize anything for any time of year! Contact us for an exact quote for your trip.

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Budget
From 1688 Per Person
Flights quoted separately
- Pantanal / Nobres / Chapada Estancia Vitoria
- Rio de Janeiro Windsor Martinique
Basic
From 2649 Per Person
Flights quoted separately
- Pantanal / Nobres / Chapada Pousada Piuval
- Rio de Janeiro Windsor Leme Hotel




(Recommended)
Superior
From 3462 Per Person
Flights quoted separately
- Pantanal / Nobres / Chapada Pousada Rio Mutum
- Rio de Janeiro Windsor Excelsior Copacabana
Deluxe
From 3758 Per Person
Flights quoted separately
- Pantanal / Nobres / Chapada Araras Lodge
- Rio de Janeiro Hilton Copacabana
Note: ALL itineraries are 100% customizable to create your perfect trip!
Standard
From 1651 Per Person
Flights quoted separately
- Pantanal / Nobres / Chapada Estancia Vitoria
- Rio de Janeiro Windsor Martinique
Superior
From 2292 Per Person
Flights quoted separately
- Pantanal / Nobres / Chapada Pousada Piuval
- Rio de Janeiro Windsor Leme Hotel



Superior+
From 3154 Per Person
Flights quoted separately
- Pantanal / Nobres / Chapada Pousada Rio Mutum
- Rio de Janeiro Windsor Excelsior Copacabana
Luxury
From 3499 Per Person
Flights quoted separately
- Pantanal / Nobres / Chapada Araras Lodge
- Rio de Janeiro Hilton Copacabana
Standard
From 1651 Per Person
Flights quoted separately
- Pantanal / Nobres / Chapada Estancia Vitoria
- Rio de Janeiro Windsor Martinique
Superior
From 2168 Per Person
Flights quoted separately
- Pantanal / Nobres / Chapada Pousada Piuval
- Rio de Janeiro Windsor Leme Hotel
Superior+
From 2994 Per Person
Flights quoted separately
- Pantanal / Nobres / Chapada Pousada Rio Mutum
- Rio de Janeiro Windsor Excelsior Copacabana
Luxury
From 3228 Per Person
Flights quoted separately
- Pantanal / Nobres / Chapada Araras Lodge
- Rio de Janeiro Hilton Copacabana




