DAY 1- Head out from Campo Grande and drive 250 km on paved road, then follow a dirt road for another 75 km to our campsite 1 on the bank of the Taquari River. Stop frequently along the way for observation and photography. Stop for dinner and an overnight at a campsite.

DAY 2- Set out on foot early in the morning to begin exploration of this incredible region teeming with wildlife. After lunch, we set out into the field again, but this time by boat along the many winding natural waterways, searching for caimans, river otters, a multitude of bird species, returning after the dark, looking for nocturnal animals by spotlight. Overnight stay at campsite 1.

Day 3- Early morning departure, venturing by 4x4 vehicles deep into remoter areas of the Pantanal for wildlife tracking (jaguars, maned wolf, anteaters, armadillos, tapirs, and others). After setting up our bush camp for the night, do more bird watching, photographic hikes. After dinner, game drive with spotlights to look for animals.

DAY 4- A full day horseback safari, taking in visits to lakes, wildlife watching, and learning about indigenous plants with medicinal properties. Overnight stay at a ranch to interact with the local people.

Day 5 - Full day game drive, today we arrive to the Piquirí River , bush camp on the banks of the river.

Day 6- Set out on foot early in the morning to begin exploration of this incredible region teeming with wildlife. After lunch, horseback riding to explore the grasslands in search of wildlife looking for caimans, river otters, a multitude of bird species, returning after the dark, looking for nocturnal animals by spotlight. Bush camp overnight.

Day 7- Full day boat tour exploration of Piquirí River and some of the many wildlife-rich natural waterways to enjoy the abundant wildlife. Late afternoon arrive to the Cuiabá river. Bush camp on the banks of the river.
 
Day 8- Continue our river exploration and travel the Cuiabá River, later we enter into the 3 Irmãos River. Fishing, birding, wildlife viewing, and more.

Day 9- Today we travel by boat down the Cuiabá River, arriving in Porto Joffre late afternoon. Overnight at a Lodge, rooms equipped with air conditioning and private bath.

Day 10– Early morning departure to Cuiabá traveling by car the 165 Km of the  Transpantaneira Road. Arrive in Cuiabá late in the afternoon. Drop off at the airport or hotel.

ACCOMMODATION: Predominantly bush camp with no conventional washing facilities whatsoever, one night’s stay on a Fazenda ranch with local family and one night stay at a Pousada (pantanal lodge).

TRANSPORTATION: Ecoexplorer 4WD vehicles and boats.

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: Challenging.

SEASON: July - October

TOUR PRICE :Tour price varies with the size of the tour group, please consult.
Discounts are available for students, YHA members and travel agents.

Package Include: All food, drinking water, accomodation and transport during your expedition. We’ll also cater for vegetarians, or let us know about any other dietary requirements. Pick up from local airport or bus terminal at your local gateway city.  Multilingual guides, equipped with binoculars, spotlights and wildlife guide books. Personal checklist to the indigenous wildlife.

ESSENTIAL PACKING LIST:
We recommend that you bring the following: Lightweight sleeping bag
Lightweight rainproof jacket, Lightweight long trousers, long sleeves, T-Shirts or tank tops, Shorts, swimwear, Footwear suitable for trekking (walking boots or strong running shoes), Sandals, Sunscreen, Insect repellent - a bar of biodegradable soap, Torch/Flashlight & spare batteries. Camera & plenty of film. For really effective wildlife photography a 200 - 300 mm lens is recommended.
binoculars (vital to enjoy birdlife and wild animals), strong one-liter water bottle
general pain killers, Antihistamine (such as benadryl), useful as a decongestant for colds and allergies, to ease the itch from insect bites or stings.