As the fifth largest country in the world there is no shortage of incredible sights to discover in this gargantuan realm. From the beaches of Rio and the statue of Christ the Redeemer, to seeking out the legendary jaguar in the Pantanal, visiting the world’s largest rainforest, and the mighty Iguassu Falls.
The Amazon rainforest is an unmissable highlight with unparalleled biodiversity in plant and wildlife and an unforgettable start to your journey through Brazil. You’ll track jaguars through the wilds of both the north and south Pantanal. You will witness the awe-inspiring sight of the world’s largest waterfall system Iguassu Falls, before heading to the sun kissed coast of Rio de Janeiro. This safari allows you to experience the most enduring symbols of Brazil.
When you arrive into Sao Paolo airport, you will connect with an onward flight to Cuiaba, and then to Alta Floresta, the small and dusty gateway to the Southern Amazon (Domestic flights are not included – your Destination specialist can add these in for you at an additional cost). Here you start your journey into the jungle with a shared transfer by car and then boat. Make sure your camera is ready as your safari starts, you can expect to see giant river otters, tapir, caiman, capybara and many birds.
Accommodation: Cristalino Lodge
Spend your days experiencing the sights and the sounds of jungle. You might want to visit the 50-metre canopy tower, which gives you a bird’s eye view of this mighty rainforest. It is common to spot, monkeys, macaws and several species of birds. There are many trails that snake through various forests and habitats and over 500 species of birds and over 1800 different types of butterfly. Boat rides, or canoeing along the Cristalino River give another opportunity to spot animals in the canopyand a floating deck above the river is great for swimming or resting when you’re not out looking for wildlife. The guides at Cristalino have a tremendous amount of knowledge and will ensure you make the most of all these wildlife opportunities.
Accommodation: Cristalino Lodge
Enjoy a final excursion in the Amazon before you take the shared transfer back to Alta Floresta, where you will fly back to Cuiaba. Upon arrival you’ll be met by your driver and transferred to your hotel to rest for the night.
Accommodation: Hotel DeVille Prime
After a leisurely breakfast you begin your journey to Porte Jofre, travelling along the Transpantaneira Highway, a 145 kilometre long dirt road that leads south through the heart of the Pantanal ending at the Cuiaba River in Porto Jofre. This will take around five and a half hours. You may start to see families of capybaras, pools of caiman and flocks of water birds and raptor as you wend your way into the Pantanal.
Accommodation: Hotel Pantanal Norte
Spend the next three days exploring the Three Brothers, Cuiaba and Piquiri rivers searching for jaguars and giant otters. Enjoy two private boat outings per day, returning to the hotel for lunch and some time to relax. Other possible sightingsinclude tapir, giant river otters, caiman, ocelot and even giant anteaters who may come to the banks to drink. At the end of the day, return to your accommodation where you will be able to edit photos, compare sightings with other guests or just sit back and relax.
Accommodation: Hotel Pantanal Norte
An early start for breakfast and a transfer back to Cuiaba airport for your flight to Campo Grande. On arrival you will be driven to Grand Park Hotel to rest for the night before your adventures continue the next day.
Accommodation: Grand Park Hotel
After breakfast you’ll take a private transfer to Casa Caiman. Enjoy lunch and then check in later in the afternoon, before a shared activity.
Accommodation: Casa Caiman
Over the next three days you will explore the Caiman Ecological Refuge. A well-respected jaguar conservation project is based here and you will get the chance to see their work from up-close. Activities include photographic safaris, guided walks, canoeing and night safaris.
Accommodation: Casa Caiman
This morning you will be transferred overland back to Campo Grande airport, in time for your flight to Iguassu Falls. On arrival at Foz de Iguacu airport, you are transferred to your hotel on the Brazilian side of the falls.
Accommodation: Belmond das Cataratas
This morning your guide will meet you at the hotel to take you on a guided tour of the Brazilian side of these world-famous waterfalls. There are estimated to be 275 different waterfalls dotted around the tropical forests. The Brazilian side of the falls offers a more panoramic view putting into perspective their sheer size and scale. This is half-day tour, but remember that thanks to your privileged location within the national park, you will have full access to the trails once all other visitors have left, allowing you to explore the rainforest until the early evening.
Accommodation: Belmond das Cataratas
This morning, you will be taken on a guided tour of the Argentinian National Park. This side of the falls is very extensive compared to Brazil, with many paths taking you to within touching distance of the falls. You will also travel to the furthest point and the largest and most spectacular of all of the cascades- The Devil’s Throat (Garganta del Diablo). From here you can see and feel the full force of the falls. The sound of the water cascading is deafening! After this full-day tour, return to your hotel for an evening at leisure.
Accommodation: Belmond das Cataratas
This morning you will be met and transferred to the airport for your flight to Rio, one of the continents’ most emblematic cities.
Accommodation: Hotel Santa Teresa
Cristalino Lodge is an eco-luxury retreat in Brazil’s southern Amazon, set within a private reserve of more than 29,000 acres of pristine rainforest. The lodge combines sustainable design with stylish comfort, offering guests the chance to explore one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on earth. Activities include guided hikes, canoe excursions, birdwatching, and canopy tower climbs, while a floating deck on the Cristalino River provides the perfect place to relax. With expert naturalist guides and a strong focus on conservation, Cristalino Lodge offers an immersive Amazon experience where wildlife, adventure, and relaxation come together in harmony. Read more about Cristalino Lodge.
Conveniently situated just 15 minutes from Cuiabá airport, this luxurious hotel is the perfect haven for recuperation after a long flight or an exhilarating safari adventure in the Pantanal. Offering a wide range of rooms and suites equipped with all the essential amenities, guests can enjoy a comfortable and restful stay. After a day of exploration or travel, returning to the hotel's outdoor pool for a relaxing sundowner while overlooking the city provides a wonderful way to unwind and conclude your day. Whether you're in Cuiabá for leisure or business, this hotel offers both comfort and convenience, ensuring a memorable stay in this vibrant city.
Located in Porto Jofre, at the end of the Transpantaneira Highway, right on the banks of the Cuiabá River — a prime spot for jaguar watching in the northern Pantanal. The hotel offers thirty comfortable, air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, plus a restaurant, bar, swimming pool, and riverside deck. Daily boat safaris and wildlife excursions provide exceptional opportunities to observe jaguars, giant otters, caimans, and countless bird species in their natural habitat.
One of the best hotels in Campo Grande, rooms have air conditioning, a mini bar and complimentary wifi. The hotel features a 24 hour front desk, room service, and a concierge. There is a pool and an on-site restaurant, providing a pleasant respite from a long travel day.
Situated on the edge of a private nature reserve and working cattle farm, the lodge immerses guests in the natural splendor of the Pantanal. Here, wildlife observation reaches unparalleled heights, with the region being home to over 650 remarkable bird species. The lodge supports and works alongside a number of conservation projects, namely Oncafari, the Hyacinth Macaw Institute, the Blue Fronted Parrot Project, and the Tapirape Project.
The only hotel located within Iguassu National Park, guests enjoy exclusive access to the park's wonders in the tranquil evening and at the break of dawn. Their hotel boasts a range of amenities for your comfort and leisure, including a refreshing swimming pool, a separate children's pool, and inviting tennis courts. Hotel das Cataratas offers 193 opulent rooms and suites, all designed to ensure a lavish and comfortable stay. Best of all, the awe-inspiring Iguassu Falls are just a stone's throw away, providing an unforgettable natural spectacle for our guests to enjoy.
Housed within the walls of a historic coffee plantation mansion, the hotel seamlessly blends its rich artistic heritage with modern design elements. The boutique hotel features 44 individually decorated rooms and suites, each infused with its own distinctive character. To enhance the aesthetic, contemporary artists have skillfully incorporated ecological materials like dark tropical woods and coconut banana tree fibers into the décor. The result is a harmonious fusion of the past and present, where every corner of the hotel tells a story and invites exploration.
Wildlife Specialists
Wildlife remains our primary focus and we ensure accommodation is carefully selected as the very best places to stay for front-row wildlife spectacles for the time of the year you are travelling.
Wealth of Experience
Our considerable wealth of experience and knowledge of Brazil has ensured a 100% jaguar sighting success rate over the last few years in each of our Brazil jaguar safaris.
Tailored Safaris
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Super helpful via email and on the phone! Wildlife sights--especially birds, jaguars, capybaras, caimans--were all spectacular.
Everything exceeded expectations, and our expectations were high! We had considered hiring a private guide at Cristolina Lodge and decided against it because it was too expensive. It turned out to be an unnecessary expense because we had a guide to ourselves the whole time. Because it was off season there were few guests at the lodge. All our pre trip service was superb -- good advice, prompt answers to questions.
