Pantanal & Atlantic Rainforest Expedition
11 DAYS Starting from $7,790 per person
Immerse yourself in Brazil’s Pantanal and Atlantic Rainforest to encounter the flora and fauna that make this region so unique. On this 11-day expedition, you’ll take in the beauty of Brazil’s most well-preserved biome at the Caiman Ecological Refuge. Then, make your way to the idyllic town of Bonito, the jumping-off point for crystal-blue rivers and stalactite-filled caves. Spend your last few days in the historical region of Paraty as you navigate the tropical fjord of Saco do Mamanguá and dive deep into Serra da Bocaina National Park.
Trip at a Glance
HIGHLIGHTS
- Delve into endemic flora and fauna of the Pantanal, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve and Brazil’s most well-preserved biome, via the Caiman Ecological Refuge.
- Encounter unique waterfalls and beautiful limestone caves at Mimosa River’s gallery forest.
- Live a birdwatcher’s dream as you locate Macaw’s Hole, an immense crater that’s home to scarlet macaws and other vibrant birds.
- Experience the best of Bonito, from snorkeling the nearby crystalline rivers to marveling at the deep-blue waters and massive stalactites of Blue Lake Cave.
- Travel back in time as you behold the eloquent architecture and listen to the tales and legends of the historic community of Paraty.
- Navigate the tropical fjord of Saco do Mamanguá via speedboat, surrounded by a landscape of untouched, rich greenery.
- Dive deep into Serra da Bocaina National Park and experience Atlantic Rainforest waterfalls and a distillery of Brazil’s famous cachaça spirit.
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