Reisinspiratie 6871 - Pantanal rondreis Brazilië, september 2024

Na aankomst op de luchthaven van Sao Paulo kunt u met de shuttlebus naar het airport hotel. Zie tabblad hotels voor hotelselectie. 

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL CUIABA - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 2, 2024

Upon arrival at Cuiabá airport, you will meet your guide. From there, you will depart to the lodge and embark on a  2-2.5 hours to Pouso Alegre, where we will stay for two nights.
The lodge is famous for its excellent mammal viewing and birding and has a long entrance drive (8 km) that yields good wildlife viewing, with species such as Red Brocket Deer, Bare-faced Curassows, Chestnut-bellied Guans, Brazilian Tapir, and even Giant Anteaters.
During your time here, you are able to wander in the grounds close to the lodge, where there is excellent birding, and there will be an early evening drive revisiting the wildlife-rich driveway.
Overnight Hotel Pouso Alegre (B/L/D)

DAY 2 - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 3, 2024
Pouso Alegre is a countryside lodge located at Poconé at marker 33km on the Transpantaneria Highway. Situated in a traditional Pantanal cattle farm, within 7.000 hectares, this area has a great diversity of preserved Pantanal landscapes.

The simple but comfortable accommodations are in harmony with the landscape and a farming lifestyle. The lodge offers 25 bedrooms, equipped with  air conditioning, window screens, a fan and bathroom.

There are no introduced species so you find traditional flora and fauna. There are large flooded fields of native grass, several kinds of forest and permanent and temporary water bodies. During both drought and flood, you can horseback ride to rarely visited places or explore via canoe. Animals such as cayman, capybara, monkey, anacondas, deer and many different bird species can be found in the wild natural habitats. The lodge grounds also offer a wide range of birds including the hyacinth macaws, toucans, cardinals and the bird symbol of Pantanal, the jabiru stork. The combination of limited capacity, easy access, delicious typical food and peaceful ambience make Pouso Alegre a great option for exploring the Pantanal.
Overnight at Pouso Alegre.(B/L/D)

DAY 3 - POUSO ALEGRE - JAGUARLAND - SEP 4, 2024
Breakfast. We will travel to the end of the Transpantaneira road, stopping along the way for game viewing and at Porto Jofre travel by boat to reach the Jaguar Suites.

Our accommodation is a unique, floating hotel or “flotel” near the mouth of the Tres Irmaos River that is operated as a Jaguar research and tourism base. Photo dossier research on Jaguar faces continues apace, as guests become, in effect, guest researchers here.

We will spend three nights here, following a routine of morning and afternoon boat safaris exploring the most Jaguar-rich sections of the Cuiabá, Piquirí, and Three Brothers Rivers, returning to the lodge in the middle of the day for lunch and some downtime.

The ideal Jaguar search speed is 22-29 km/h, and dependent on sightings, we aim to be at the lodge in time for lunch.
Your first scheduled boat game viewing trip along the river begins at 16:00 followed by dinner at the lodge.
After dinner there will be an evening wildlife lecture, to explain a little more about the local eco-system and wildlife.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 4, 5 -  JAGUARLAND - SEP 5,6,  2024
Two days dedicated to game viewing and birding. Jaguars and Giant Otters are at the top of the wish list, but as ever we aim to stop for everything we find.
On the boat safari, we will likely cover a great deal of ground, systematically checking the sandy banks, patches of dense gallery forest on the riverbank, and rush-beds along the water’s edge in search of the biggest predator in the Pantanal.
Our chances are superb for encountering Jaguar and the Flotel provides us with the perfect base from which to explore.
The flotel is the only permanent accommodation in the centre of the “Jaguar Zone”, which could also be called “the Giant Otter Zone”, as these 100-km of river channels are by far the best place in the world to see either of these otherwise shy and elusive top predators. Here we have a distinct advantage over more distantly-located lodges or camps, which start 15km’s upriver and require a lengthy and often unproductive 45 minute – 1 hour journey each way. With instant access to the most productive area for our target species, should we receive word of a sighting we can react very quickly, and it also enables us to have a greater chance of having private sightings before other boats arrive.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 6 -  JAGUARLAND - SWP - SEP 7,  2024
Pack up before enjoying a last breakfast on our flotel. Set off at 7:00 AM on a slow River Safari to see if you can find any last cats on your transfer southwest to Porto Jofre in time for your 8:00 AM road departure.
Embark once more on your land safari (either our open-air Safari Truck or a closed, air-conditioned vehicle) to SouthWild Pantanal Lodge.
Enjoy lunch in the SouthWild Pantanal Lodge’s fully screened, fresh-air restaurant. Explore the
fauna-rich lodge grounds, cool off in our river-side pool, or take a siesta in one of the many
hammocks hanging on the lodge’s wrap-around patio.
In the afternoon, set out on a 2-hour River Safari on the wildlife-rich Pixaim River. This small river is very serene and private: perfect for enjoying the wonders of a wildlife community that has been protected by SouthWild for over 18 years.
In the evening try once-again to see our Ocelots or try for the even more elusive Tapir on a Night Safari. On request, we can also arrange for a Canopy Tower Sundowner Surprise to take in the splendor of the Pixaim River on your last night in the Pantanal.
Enjoy dinner and dessert in the lodge restaurant.

SouthWild Pantanal is the only location in the world where there is such a high probability of seeing habituated, wild Ocelots up close. It was the location that National Geographic’s Earth Live used to film Ocelots https://youtu.be/QSiF8fPE5Y0

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 7,8 -  SOUTHWILD PANTANAL - SEP 8,9,  2024
Enjoy 2 nights in SouthWild’s carbon-neutral Pantanal Lodge surrounded by entertaining fauna. Every day you will be led by your expert naturalist guide to make sure you spot the best fauna and flora. Throughout your trip you will enjoy delicious local cuisine with plenty of vegan
and gluten-free options, knowledgeable naturalist guiding, educational lectures about the Pantanal’s star wildlife and its history, and of course: Jaguars, guaranteed.
The lodge benefits from two wildlife observation towers: one in the riverine forest
and the other next to a nest of thoroughly habituated Jabiru Storks, allowing fantastic photographic opportunities. The riverine forest also holds several troops of very confiding Brown Capuchins, whilst the unmistakable call of the area's resident troop of Howler Monkeys is likely to become a familiar sound as dawn breaks.

The lodge’s bird feeders also regularly visited the world’s largest toucan, the emblematic Toco Toucan, as well as several very colorful passerines, most notably the Orange-backed Troupial.
The grounds here really are packed with birds which have become very used to people so provide superb close views and photographic opportunities.

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 9 -  SWP - PIUVAL - SEP 10,  2024

Make the most of the sunrise by climbing the self-explore towers just outside the main lodge to capture the sunrise over the Pantanal. Enjoy breakfast in SouthWild Pantanal Lodge with your camera ready to go: a Toco Toucans may land on one of the nearby trees in search of fruits and insects. 

Depart at 10:00 am in a closed, air-conditioned vehicle to drive to Pousada Piuval. Situated 110 km from Cuiabá and 10 km from Poconé - MT, Pousada Piuval is the first inn on the Transpantaneira Highway. It boasts a breathtaking natural landscape in the Pantanal, offering diverse fauna and flora for observation and admiration.

With your private guide and safari truck, you'll have the opportunity to search for Giant Anteaters, often spotted in the afternoons. Our experienced guides will ensure a safe and respectful approach to these fascinating creatures.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 10, 11 - POUSADA PIUVAL - SEP 11,12,  2024

Your private guide will take you to prime spots for an early morning Anteater search, followed by a substantial breakfast at the lodge. The remainder of the morning is yours to relax and enjoy the inn's amenities or to take other activities such as Dawn Safari, Photographic Safari, Ecological Trail

After lunch, you can discuss with your guide which activity or species to focus on.

In the late afternoon, your guide will lead you to the best locations to observe Giant Anteaters before returning to the lodge for dinner or to do a Night Focus.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 12 - POUSADA PIUVAL - CUIABA - SEP 13, 2024
Breakfast and morning activity, then private transportation to the airport (B)

includes:
 - Private, naturalist guide as noted in the itinerary.
 - Private ground transportation
 - Accommodation as noted
 - Meals and excursions as noted
 - Unlimited mineral water from large coolers, but bring your own refillable water bottles.  We suggest that each person bring a 1.5-litre bottle.

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL CUIABA - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 2, 2024

Upon arrival at Cuiabá airport, you will meet your guide. From there, you will depart to the lodge and embark on a  2-2.5 hours to Pouso Alegre, where we will stay for two nights.
The lodge is famous for its excellent mammal viewing and birding and has a long entrance drive (8 km) that yields good wildlife viewing, with species such as Red Brocket Deer, Bare-faced Curassows, Chestnut-bellied Guans, Brazilian Tapir, and even Giant Anteaters.
During your time here, you are able to wander in the grounds close to the lodge, where there is excellent birding, and there will be an early evening drive revisiting the wildlife-rich driveway.
Overnight Hotel Pouso Alegre (B/L/D)

DAY 2 - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 3, 2024
Pouso Alegre is a countryside lodge located at Poconé at marker 33km on the Transpantaneria Highway. Situated in a traditional Pantanal cattle farm, within 7.000 hectares, this area has a great diversity of preserved Pantanal landscapes.

The simple but comfortable accommodations are in harmony with the landscape and a farming lifestyle. The lodge offers 25 bedrooms, equipped with  air conditioning, window screens, a fan and bathroom.

There are no introduced species so you find traditional flora and fauna. There are large flooded fields of native grass, several kinds of forest and permanent and temporary water bodies. During both drought and flood, you can horseback ride to rarely visited places or explore via canoe. Animals such as cayman, capybara, monkey, anacondas, deer and many different bird species can be found in the wild natural habitats. The lodge grounds also offer a wide range of birds including the hyacinth macaws, toucans, cardinals and the bird symbol of Pantanal, the jabiru stork. The combination of limited capacity, easy access, delicious typical food and peaceful ambience make Pouso Alegre a great option for exploring the Pantanal.
Overnight at Pouso Alegre.(B/L/D)

DAY 3 - POUSO ALEGRE - JAGUARLAND - SEP 4, 2024
Breakfast. We will travel to the end of the Transpantaneira road, stopping along the way for game viewing and at Porto Jofre travel by boat to reach the Jaguar Suites.

Our accommodation is a unique, floating hotel or “flotel” near the mouth of the Tres Irmaos River that is operated as a Jaguar research and tourism base. Photo dossier research on Jaguar faces continues apace, as guests become, in effect, guest researchers here.

We will spend three nights here, following a routine of morning and afternoon boat safaris exploring the most Jaguar-rich sections of the Cuiabá, Piquirí, and Three Brothers Rivers, returning to the lodge in the middle of the day for lunch and some downtime.

The ideal Jaguar search speed is 22-29 km/h, and dependent on sightings, we aim to be at the lodge in time for lunch.
Your first scheduled boat game viewing trip along the river begins at 16:00 followed by dinner at the lodge.
After dinner there will be an evening wildlife lecture, to explain a little more about the local eco-system and wildlife.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 4, 5 -  JAGUARLAND - SEP 5,6,  2024
Two days dedicated to game viewing and birding. Jaguars and Giant Otters are at the top of the wish list, but as ever we aim to stop for everything we find.
On the boat safari, we will likely cover a great deal of ground, systematically checking the sandy banks, patches of dense gallery forest on the riverbank, and rush-beds along the water’s edge in search of the biggest predator in the Pantanal.
Our chances are superb for encountering Jaguar and the Flotel provides us with the perfect base from which to explore.
The flotel is the only permanent accommodation in the centre of the “Jaguar Zone”, which could also be called “the Giant Otter Zone”, as these 100-km of river channels are by far the best place in the world to see either of these otherwise shy and elusive top predators. Here we have a distinct advantage over more distantly-located lodges or camps, which start 15km’s upriver and require a lengthy and often unproductive 45 minute – 1 hour journey each way. With instant access to the most productive area for our target species, should we receive word of a sighting we can react very quickly, and it also enables us to have a greater chance of having private sightings before other boats arrive.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 6 -  JAGUARLAND - SWP - SEP 7,  2024
Pack up before enjoying a last breakfast on our flotel. Set off at 7:00 AM on a slow River Safari to see if you can find any last cats on your transfer southwest to Porto Jofre in time for your 8:00 AM road departure.
Embark once more on your land safari (either our open-air Safari Truck or a closed, air-conditioned vehicle) to SouthWild Pantanal Lodge.
Enjoy lunch in the SouthWild Pantanal Lodge’s fully screened, fresh-air restaurant. Explore the
fauna-rich lodge grounds, cool off in our river-side pool, or take a siesta in one of the many
hammocks hanging on the lodge’s wrap-around patio.
In the afternoon, set out on a 2-hour River Safari on the wildlife-rich Pixaim River. This small river is very serene and private: perfect for enjoying the wonders of a wildlife community that has been protected by SouthWild for over 18 years.
In the evening try once-again to see our Ocelots or try for the even more elusive Tapir on a Night Safari. On request, we can also arrange for a Canopy Tower Sundowner Surprise to take in the splendor of the Pixaim River on your last night in the Pantanal.
Enjoy dinner and dessert in the lodge restaurant.

SouthWild Pantanal is the only location in the world where there is such a high probability of seeing habituated, wild Ocelots up close. It was the location that National Geographic’s Earth Live used to film Ocelots https://youtu.be/QSiF8fPE5Y0

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 7,8 -  SOUTHWILD PANTANAL - SEP 8,9,  2024
Enjoy 2 nights in SouthWild’s carbon-neutral Pantanal Lodge surrounded by entertaining fauna. Every day you will be led by your expert naturalist guide to make sure you spot the best fauna and flora. Throughout your trip you will enjoy delicious local cuisine with plenty of vegan
and gluten-free options, knowledgeable naturalist guiding, educational lectures about the Pantanal’s star wildlife and its history, and of course: Jaguars, guaranteed.
The lodge benefits from two wildlife observation towers: one in the riverine forest
and the other next to a nest of thoroughly habituated Jabiru Storks, allowing fantastic photographic opportunities. The riverine forest also holds several troops of very confiding Brown Capuchins, whilst the unmistakable call of the area's resident troop of Howler Monkeys is likely to become a familiar sound as dawn breaks.

The lodge’s bird feeders also regularly visited the world’s largest toucan, the emblematic Toco Toucan, as well as several very colorful passerines, most notably the Orange-backed Troupial.
The grounds here really are packed with birds which have become very used to people so provide superb close views and photographic opportunities.

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 9 -  SWP - PIUVAL - SEP 10,  2024

Make the most of the sunrise by climbing the self-explore towers just outside the main lodge to capture the sunrise over the Pantanal. Enjoy breakfast in SouthWild Pantanal Lodge with your camera ready to go: a Toco Toucans may land on one of the nearby trees in search of fruits and insects. 

Depart at 10:00 am in a closed, air-conditioned vehicle to drive to Pousada Piuval. Situated 110 km from Cuiabá and 10 km from Poconé - MT, Pousada Piuval is the first inn on the Transpantaneira Highway. It boasts a breathtaking natural landscape in the Pantanal, offering diverse fauna and flora for observation and admiration.

With your private guide and safari truck, you'll have the opportunity to search for Giant Anteaters, often spotted in the afternoons. Our experienced guides will ensure a safe and respectful approach to these fascinating creatures.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 10, 11 - POUSADA PIUVAL - SEP 11,12,  2024

Your private guide will take you to prime spots for an early morning Anteater search, followed by a substantial breakfast at the lodge. The remainder of the morning is yours to relax and enjoy the inn's amenities or to take other activities such as Dawn Safari, Photographic Safari, Ecological Trail

After lunch, you can discuss with your guide which activity or species to focus on.

In the late afternoon, your guide will lead you to the best locations to observe Giant Anteaters before returning to the lodge for dinner or to do a Night Focus.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 12 - POUSADA PIUVAL - CUIABA - SEP 13, 2024
Breakfast and morning activity, then private transportation to the airport (B)

includes:
 - Private, naturalist guide as noted in the itinerary.
 - Private ground transportation
 - Accommodation as noted
 - Meals and excursions as noted
 - Unlimited mineral water from large coolers, but bring your own refillable water bottles.  We suggest that each person bring a 1.5-litre bottle.

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL CUIABA - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 2, 2024

Upon arrival at Cuiabá airport, you will meet your guide. From there, you will depart to the lodge and embark on a  2-2.5 hours to Pouso Alegre, where we will stay for two nights.
The lodge is famous for its excellent mammal viewing and birding and has a long entrance drive (8 km) that yields good wildlife viewing, with species such as Red Brocket Deer, Bare-faced Curassows, Chestnut-bellied Guans, Brazilian Tapir, and even Giant Anteaters.
During your time here, you are able to wander in the grounds close to the lodge, where there is excellent birding, and there will be an early evening drive revisiting the wildlife-rich driveway.
Overnight Hotel Pouso Alegre (B/L/D)

DAY 2 - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 3, 2024
Pouso Alegre is a countryside lodge located at Poconé at marker 33km on the Transpantaneria Highway. Situated in a traditional Pantanal cattle farm, within 7.000 hectares, this area has a great diversity of preserved Pantanal landscapes.

The simple but comfortable accommodations are in harmony with the landscape and a farming lifestyle. The lodge offers 25 bedrooms, equipped with  air conditioning, window screens, a fan and bathroom.

There are no introduced species so you find traditional flora and fauna. There are large flooded fields of native grass, several kinds of forest and permanent and temporary water bodies. During both drought and flood, you can horseback ride to rarely visited places or explore via canoe. Animals such as cayman, capybara, monkey, anacondas, deer and many different bird species can be found in the wild natural habitats. The lodge grounds also offer a wide range of birds including the hyacinth macaws, toucans, cardinals and the bird symbol of Pantanal, the jabiru stork. The combination of limited capacity, easy access, delicious typical food and peaceful ambience make Pouso Alegre a great option for exploring the Pantanal.
Overnight at Pouso Alegre.(B/L/D)

DAY 3 - POUSO ALEGRE - JAGUARLAND - SEP 4, 2024
Breakfast. We will travel to the end of the Transpantaneira road, stopping along the way for game viewing and at Porto Jofre travel by boat to reach the Jaguar Suites.

Our accommodation is a unique, floating hotel or “flotel” near the mouth of the Tres Irmaos River that is operated as a Jaguar research and tourism base. Photo dossier research on Jaguar faces continues apace, as guests become, in effect, guest researchers here.

We will spend three nights here, following a routine of morning and afternoon boat safaris exploring the most Jaguar-rich sections of the Cuiabá, Piquirí, and Three Brothers Rivers, returning to the lodge in the middle of the day for lunch and some downtime.

The ideal Jaguar search speed is 22-29 km/h, and dependent on sightings, we aim to be at the lodge in time for lunch.
Your first scheduled boat game viewing trip along the river begins at 16:00 followed by dinner at the lodge.
After dinner there will be an evening wildlife lecture, to explain a little more about the local eco-system and wildlife.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 4, 5 -  JAGUARLAND - SEP 5,6,  2024
Two days dedicated to game viewing and birding. Jaguars and Giant Otters are at the top of the wish list, but as ever we aim to stop for everything we find.
On the boat safari, we will likely cover a great deal of ground, systematically checking the sandy banks, patches of dense gallery forest on the riverbank, and rush-beds along the water’s edge in search of the biggest predator in the Pantanal.
Our chances are superb for encountering Jaguar and the Flotel provides us with the perfect base from which to explore.
The flotel is the only permanent accommodation in the centre of the “Jaguar Zone”, which could also be called “the Giant Otter Zone”, as these 100-km of river channels are by far the best place in the world to see either of these otherwise shy and elusive top predators. Here we have a distinct advantage over more distantly-located lodges or camps, which start 15km’s upriver and require a lengthy and often unproductive 45 minute – 1 hour journey each way. With instant access to the most productive area for our target species, should we receive word of a sighting we can react very quickly, and it also enables us to have a greater chance of having private sightings before other boats arrive.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 6 -  JAGUARLAND - SWP - SEP 7,  2024
Pack up before enjoying a last breakfast on our flotel. Set off at 7:00 AM on a slow River Safari to see if you can find any last cats on your transfer southwest to Porto Jofre in time for your 8:00 AM road departure.
Embark once more on your land safari (either our open-air Safari Truck or a closed, air-conditioned vehicle) to SouthWild Pantanal Lodge.
Enjoy lunch in the SouthWild Pantanal Lodge’s fully screened, fresh-air restaurant. Explore the
fauna-rich lodge grounds, cool off in our river-side pool, or take a siesta in one of the many
hammocks hanging on the lodge’s wrap-around patio.
In the afternoon, set out on a 2-hour River Safari on the wildlife-rich Pixaim River. This small river is very serene and private: perfect for enjoying the wonders of a wildlife community that has been protected by SouthWild for over 18 years.
In the evening try once-again to see our Ocelots or try for the even more elusive Tapir on a Night Safari. On request, we can also arrange for a Canopy Tower Sundowner Surprise to take in the splendor of the Pixaim River on your last night in the Pantanal.
Enjoy dinner and dessert in the lodge restaurant.

SouthWild Pantanal is the only location in the world where there is such a high probability of seeing habituated, wild Ocelots up close. It was the location that National Geographic’s Earth Live used to film Ocelots https://youtu.be/QSiF8fPE5Y0

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 7,8 -  SOUTHWILD PANTANAL - SEP 8,9,  2024
Enjoy 2 nights in SouthWild’s carbon-neutral Pantanal Lodge surrounded by entertaining fauna. Every day you will be led by your expert naturalist guide to make sure you spot the best fauna and flora. Throughout your trip you will enjoy delicious local cuisine with plenty of vegan
and gluten-free options, knowledgeable naturalist guiding, educational lectures about the Pantanal’s star wildlife and its history, and of course: Jaguars, guaranteed.
The lodge benefits from two wildlife observation towers: one in the riverine forest
and the other next to a nest of thoroughly habituated Jabiru Storks, allowing fantastic photographic opportunities. The riverine forest also holds several troops of very confiding Brown Capuchins, whilst the unmistakable call of the area's resident troop of Howler Monkeys is likely to become a familiar sound as dawn breaks.

The lodge’s bird feeders also regularly visited the world’s largest toucan, the emblematic Toco Toucan, as well as several very colorful passerines, most notably the Orange-backed Troupial.
The grounds here really are packed with birds which have become very used to people so provide superb close views and photographic opportunities.

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 9 -  SWP - PIUVAL - SEP 10,  2024

Make the most of the sunrise by climbing the self-explore towers just outside the main lodge to capture the sunrise over the Pantanal. Enjoy breakfast in SouthWild Pantanal Lodge with your camera ready to go: a Toco Toucans may land on one of the nearby trees in search of fruits and insects. 

Depart at 10:00 am in a closed, air-conditioned vehicle to drive to Pousada Piuval. Situated 110 km from Cuiabá and 10 km from Poconé - MT, Pousada Piuval is the first inn on the Transpantaneira Highway. It boasts a breathtaking natural landscape in the Pantanal, offering diverse fauna and flora for observation and admiration.

With your private guide and safari truck, you'll have the opportunity to search for Giant Anteaters, often spotted in the afternoons. Our experienced guides will ensure a safe and respectful approach to these fascinating creatures.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 10, 11 - POUSADA PIUVAL - SEP 11,12,  2024

Your private guide will take you to prime spots for an early morning Anteater search, followed by a substantial breakfast at the lodge. The remainder of the morning is yours to relax and enjoy the inn's amenities or to take other activities such as Dawn Safari, Photographic Safari, Ecological Trail

After lunch, you can discuss with your guide which activity or species to focus on.

In the late afternoon, your guide will lead you to the best locations to observe Giant Anteaters before returning to the lodge for dinner or to do a Night Focus.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 12 - POUSADA PIUVAL - CUIABA - SEP 13, 2024
Breakfast and morning activity, then private transportation to the airport (B)

includes:
 - Private, naturalist guide as noted in the itinerary.
 - Private ground transportation
 - Accommodation as noted
 - Meals and excursions as noted
 - Unlimited mineral water from large coolers, but bring your own refillable water bottles.  We suggest that each person bring a 1.5-litre bottle.

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL CUIABA - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 2, 2024

Upon arrival at Cuiabá airport, you will meet your guide. From there, you will depart to the lodge and embark on a  2-2.5 hours to Pouso Alegre, where we will stay for two nights.
The lodge is famous for its excellent mammal viewing and birding and has a long entrance drive (8 km) that yields good wildlife viewing, with species such as Red Brocket Deer, Bare-faced Curassows, Chestnut-bellied Guans, Brazilian Tapir, and even Giant Anteaters.
During your time here, you are able to wander in the grounds close to the lodge, where there is excellent birding, and there will be an early evening drive revisiting the wildlife-rich driveway.
Overnight Hotel Pouso Alegre (B/L/D)

DAY 2 - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 3, 2024
Pouso Alegre is a countryside lodge located at Poconé at marker 33km on the Transpantaneria Highway. Situated in a traditional Pantanal cattle farm, within 7.000 hectares, this area has a great diversity of preserved Pantanal landscapes.

The simple but comfortable accommodations are in harmony with the landscape and a farming lifestyle. The lodge offers 25 bedrooms, equipped with  air conditioning, window screens, a fan and bathroom.

There are no introduced species so you find traditional flora and fauna. There are large flooded fields of native grass, several kinds of forest and permanent and temporary water bodies. During both drought and flood, you can horseback ride to rarely visited places or explore via canoe. Animals such as cayman, capybara, monkey, anacondas, deer and many different bird species can be found in the wild natural habitats. The lodge grounds also offer a wide range of birds including the hyacinth macaws, toucans, cardinals and the bird symbol of Pantanal, the jabiru stork. The combination of limited capacity, easy access, delicious typical food and peaceful ambience make Pouso Alegre a great option for exploring the Pantanal.
Overnight at Pouso Alegre.(B/L/D)

DAY 3 - POUSO ALEGRE - JAGUARLAND - SEP 4, 2024
Breakfast. We will travel to the end of the Transpantaneira road, stopping along the way for game viewing and at Porto Jofre travel by boat to reach the Jaguar Suites.

Our accommodation is a unique, floating hotel or “flotel” near the mouth of the Tres Irmaos River that is operated as a Jaguar research and tourism base. Photo dossier research on Jaguar faces continues apace, as guests become, in effect, guest researchers here.

We will spend three nights here, following a routine of morning and afternoon boat safaris exploring the most Jaguar-rich sections of the Cuiabá, Piquirí, and Three Brothers Rivers, returning to the lodge in the middle of the day for lunch and some downtime.

The ideal Jaguar search speed is 22-29 km/h, and dependent on sightings, we aim to be at the lodge in time for lunch.
Your first scheduled boat game viewing trip along the river begins at 16:00 followed by dinner at the lodge.
After dinner there will be an evening wildlife lecture, to explain a little more about the local eco-system and wildlife.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 4, 5 -  JAGUARLAND - SEP 5,6,  2024
Two days dedicated to game viewing and birding. Jaguars and Giant Otters are at the top of the wish list, but as ever we aim to stop for everything we find.
On the boat safari, we will likely cover a great deal of ground, systematically checking the sandy banks, patches of dense gallery forest on the riverbank, and rush-beds along the water’s edge in search of the biggest predator in the Pantanal.
Our chances are superb for encountering Jaguar and the Flotel provides us with the perfect base from which to explore.
The flotel is the only permanent accommodation in the centre of the “Jaguar Zone”, which could also be called “the Giant Otter Zone”, as these 100-km of river channels are by far the best place in the world to see either of these otherwise shy and elusive top predators. Here we have a distinct advantage over more distantly-located lodges or camps, which start 15km’s upriver and require a lengthy and often unproductive 45 minute – 1 hour journey each way. With instant access to the most productive area for our target species, should we receive word of a sighting we can react very quickly, and it also enables us to have a greater chance of having private sightings before other boats arrive.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 6 -  JAGUARLAND - SWP - SEP 7,  2024
Pack up before enjoying a last breakfast on our flotel. Set off at 7:00 AM on a slow River Safari to see if you can find any last cats on your transfer southwest to Porto Jofre in time for your 8:00 AM road departure.
Embark once more on your land safari (either our open-air Safari Truck or a closed, air-conditioned vehicle) to SouthWild Pantanal Lodge.
Enjoy lunch in the SouthWild Pantanal Lodge’s fully screened, fresh-air restaurant. Explore the
fauna-rich lodge grounds, cool off in our river-side pool, or take a siesta in one of the many
hammocks hanging on the lodge’s wrap-around patio.
In the afternoon, set out on a 2-hour River Safari on the wildlife-rich Pixaim River. This small river is very serene and private: perfect for enjoying the wonders of a wildlife community that has been protected by SouthWild for over 18 years.
In the evening try once-again to see our Ocelots or try for the even more elusive Tapir on a Night Safari. On request, we can also arrange for a Canopy Tower Sundowner Surprise to take in the splendor of the Pixaim River on your last night in the Pantanal.
Enjoy dinner and dessert in the lodge restaurant.

SouthWild Pantanal is the only location in the world where there is such a high probability of seeing habituated, wild Ocelots up close. It was the location that National Geographic’s Earth Live used to film Ocelots https://youtu.be/QSiF8fPE5Y0

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 7,8 -  SOUTHWILD PANTANAL - SEP 8,9,  2024
Enjoy 2 nights in SouthWild’s carbon-neutral Pantanal Lodge surrounded by entertaining fauna. Every day you will be led by your expert naturalist guide to make sure you spot the best fauna and flora. Throughout your trip you will enjoy delicious local cuisine with plenty of vegan
and gluten-free options, knowledgeable naturalist guiding, educational lectures about the Pantanal’s star wildlife and its history, and of course: Jaguars, guaranteed.
The lodge benefits from two wildlife observation towers: one in the riverine forest
and the other next to a nest of thoroughly habituated Jabiru Storks, allowing fantastic photographic opportunities. The riverine forest also holds several troops of very confiding Brown Capuchins, whilst the unmistakable call of the area's resident troop of Howler Monkeys is likely to become a familiar sound as dawn breaks.

The lodge’s bird feeders also regularly visited the world’s largest toucan, the emblematic Toco Toucan, as well as several very colorful passerines, most notably the Orange-backed Troupial.
The grounds here really are packed with birds which have become very used to people so provide superb close views and photographic opportunities.

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 9 -  SWP - PIUVAL - SEP 10,  2024

Make the most of the sunrise by climbing the self-explore towers just outside the main lodge to capture the sunrise over the Pantanal. Enjoy breakfast in SouthWild Pantanal Lodge with your camera ready to go: a Toco Toucans may land on one of the nearby trees in search of fruits and insects. 

Depart at 10:00 am in a closed, air-conditioned vehicle to drive to Pousada Piuval. Situated 110 km from Cuiabá and 10 km from Poconé - MT, Pousada Piuval is the first inn on the Transpantaneira Highway. It boasts a breathtaking natural landscape in the Pantanal, offering diverse fauna and flora for observation and admiration.

With your private guide and safari truck, you'll have the opportunity to search for Giant Anteaters, often spotted in the afternoons. Our experienced guides will ensure a safe and respectful approach to these fascinating creatures.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 10, 11 - POUSADA PIUVAL - SEP 11,12,  2024

Your private guide will take you to prime spots for an early morning Anteater search, followed by a substantial breakfast at the lodge. The remainder of the morning is yours to relax and enjoy the inn's amenities or to take other activities such as Dawn Safari, Photographic Safari, Ecological Trail

After lunch, you can discuss with your guide which activity or species to focus on.

In the late afternoon, your guide will lead you to the best locations to observe Giant Anteaters before returning to the lodge for dinner or to do a Night Focus.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 12 - POUSADA PIUVAL - CUIABA - SEP 13, 2024
Breakfast and morning activity, then private transportation to the airport (B)

includes:
 - Private, naturalist guide as noted in the itinerary.
 - Private ground transportation
 - Accommodation as noted
 - Meals and excursions as noted
 - Unlimited mineral water from large coolers, but bring your own refillable water bottles.  We suggest that each person bring a 1.5-litre bottle.

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL CUIABA - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 2, 2024

Upon arrival at Cuiabá airport, you will meet your guide. From there, you will depart to the lodge and embark on a  2-2.5 hours to Pouso Alegre, where we will stay for two nights.
The lodge is famous for its excellent mammal viewing and birding and has a long entrance drive (8 km) that yields good wildlife viewing, with species such as Red Brocket Deer, Bare-faced Curassows, Chestnut-bellied Guans, Brazilian Tapir, and even Giant Anteaters.
During your time here, you are able to wander in the grounds close to the lodge, where there is excellent birding, and there will be an early evening drive revisiting the wildlife-rich driveway.
Overnight Hotel Pouso Alegre (B/L/D)

DAY 2 - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 3, 2024
Pouso Alegre is a countryside lodge located at Poconé at marker 33km on the Transpantaneria Highway. Situated in a traditional Pantanal cattle farm, within 7.000 hectares, this area has a great diversity of preserved Pantanal landscapes.

The simple but comfortable accommodations are in harmony with the landscape and a farming lifestyle. The lodge offers 25 bedrooms, equipped with  air conditioning, window screens, a fan and bathroom.

There are no introduced species so you find traditional flora and fauna. There are large flooded fields of native grass, several kinds of forest and permanent and temporary water bodies. During both drought and flood, you can horseback ride to rarely visited places or explore via canoe. Animals such as cayman, capybara, monkey, anacondas, deer and many different bird species can be found in the wild natural habitats. The lodge grounds also offer a wide range of birds including the hyacinth macaws, toucans, cardinals and the bird symbol of Pantanal, the jabiru stork. The combination of limited capacity, easy access, delicious typical food and peaceful ambience make Pouso Alegre a great option for exploring the Pantanal.
Overnight at Pouso Alegre.(B/L/D)

DAY 3 - POUSO ALEGRE - JAGUARLAND - SEP 4, 2024
Breakfast. We will travel to the end of the Transpantaneira road, stopping along the way for game viewing and at Porto Jofre travel by boat to reach the Jaguar Suites.

Our accommodation is a unique, floating hotel or “flotel” near the mouth of the Tres Irmaos River that is operated as a Jaguar research and tourism base. Photo dossier research on Jaguar faces continues apace, as guests become, in effect, guest researchers here.

We will spend three nights here, following a routine of morning and afternoon boat safaris exploring the most Jaguar-rich sections of the Cuiabá, Piquirí, and Three Brothers Rivers, returning to the lodge in the middle of the day for lunch and some downtime.

The ideal Jaguar search speed is 22-29 km/h, and dependent on sightings, we aim to be at the lodge in time for lunch.
Your first scheduled boat game viewing trip along the river begins at 16:00 followed by dinner at the lodge.
After dinner there will be an evening wildlife lecture, to explain a little more about the local eco-system and wildlife.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 4, 5 -  JAGUARLAND - SEP 5,6,  2024
Two days dedicated to game viewing and birding. Jaguars and Giant Otters are at the top of the wish list, but as ever we aim to stop for everything we find.
On the boat safari, we will likely cover a great deal of ground, systematically checking the sandy banks, patches of dense gallery forest on the riverbank, and rush-beds along the water’s edge in search of the biggest predator in the Pantanal.
Our chances are superb for encountering Jaguar and the Flotel provides us with the perfect base from which to explore.
The flotel is the only permanent accommodation in the centre of the “Jaguar Zone”, which could also be called “the Giant Otter Zone”, as these 100-km of river channels are by far the best place in the world to see either of these otherwise shy and elusive top predators. Here we have a distinct advantage over more distantly-located lodges or camps, which start 15km’s upriver and require a lengthy and often unproductive 45 minute – 1 hour journey each way. With instant access to the most productive area for our target species, should we receive word of a sighting we can react very quickly, and it also enables us to have a greater chance of having private sightings before other boats arrive.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 6 -  JAGUARLAND - SWP - SEP 7,  2024
Pack up before enjoying a last breakfast on our flotel. Set off at 7:00 AM on a slow River Safari to see if you can find any last cats on your transfer southwest to Porto Jofre in time for your 8:00 AM road departure.
Embark once more on your land safari (either our open-air Safari Truck or a closed, air-conditioned vehicle) to SouthWild Pantanal Lodge.
Enjoy lunch in the SouthWild Pantanal Lodge’s fully screened, fresh-air restaurant. Explore the
fauna-rich lodge grounds, cool off in our river-side pool, or take a siesta in one of the many
hammocks hanging on the lodge’s wrap-around patio.
In the afternoon, set out on a 2-hour River Safari on the wildlife-rich Pixaim River. This small river is very serene and private: perfect for enjoying the wonders of a wildlife community that has been protected by SouthWild for over 18 years.
In the evening try once-again to see our Ocelots or try for the even more elusive Tapir on a Night Safari. On request, we can also arrange for a Canopy Tower Sundowner Surprise to take in the splendor of the Pixaim River on your last night in the Pantanal.
Enjoy dinner and dessert in the lodge restaurant.

SouthWild Pantanal is the only location in the world where there is such a high probability of seeing habituated, wild Ocelots up close. It was the location that National Geographic’s Earth Live used to film Ocelots https://youtu.be/QSiF8fPE5Y0

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 7,8 -  SOUTHWILD PANTANAL - SEP 8,9,  2024
Enjoy 2 nights in SouthWild’s carbon-neutral Pantanal Lodge surrounded by entertaining fauna. Every day you will be led by your expert naturalist guide to make sure you spot the best fauna and flora. Throughout your trip you will enjoy delicious local cuisine with plenty of vegan
and gluten-free options, knowledgeable naturalist guiding, educational lectures about the Pantanal’s star wildlife and its history, and of course: Jaguars, guaranteed.
The lodge benefits from two wildlife observation towers: one in the riverine forest
and the other next to a nest of thoroughly habituated Jabiru Storks, allowing fantastic photographic opportunities. The riverine forest also holds several troops of very confiding Brown Capuchins, whilst the unmistakable call of the area's resident troop of Howler Monkeys is likely to become a familiar sound as dawn breaks.

The lodge’s bird feeders also regularly visited the world’s largest toucan, the emblematic Toco Toucan, as well as several very colorful passerines, most notably the Orange-backed Troupial.
The grounds here really are packed with birds which have become very used to people so provide superb close views and photographic opportunities.

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 9 -  SWP - PIUVAL - SEP 10,  2024

Make the most of the sunrise by climbing the self-explore towers just outside the main lodge to capture the sunrise over the Pantanal. Enjoy breakfast in SouthWild Pantanal Lodge with your camera ready to go: a Toco Toucans may land on one of the nearby trees in search of fruits and insects. 

Depart at 10:00 am in a closed, air-conditioned vehicle to drive to Pousada Piuval. Situated 110 km from Cuiabá and 10 km from Poconé - MT, Pousada Piuval is the first inn on the Transpantaneira Highway. It boasts a breathtaking natural landscape in the Pantanal, offering diverse fauna and flora for observation and admiration.

With your private guide and safari truck, you'll have the opportunity to search for Giant Anteaters, often spotted in the afternoons. Our experienced guides will ensure a safe and respectful approach to these fascinating creatures.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 10, 11 - POUSADA PIUVAL - SEP 11,12,  2024

Your private guide will take you to prime spots for an early morning Anteater search, followed by a substantial breakfast at the lodge. The remainder of the morning is yours to relax and enjoy the inn's amenities or to take other activities such as Dawn Safari, Photographic Safari, Ecological Trail

After lunch, you can discuss with your guide which activity or species to focus on.

In the late afternoon, your guide will lead you to the best locations to observe Giant Anteaters before returning to the lodge for dinner or to do a Night Focus.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 12 - POUSADA PIUVAL - CUIABA - SEP 13, 2024
Breakfast and morning activity, then private transportation to the airport (B)

includes:
 - Private, naturalist guide as noted in the itinerary.
 - Private ground transportation
 - Accommodation as noted
 - Meals and excursions as noted
 - Unlimited mineral water from large coolers, but bring your own refillable water bottles.  We suggest that each person bring a 1.5-litre bottle.

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL CUIABA - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 2, 2024

Upon arrival at Cuiabá airport, you will meet your guide. From there, you will depart to the lodge and embark on a  2-2.5 hours to Pouso Alegre, where we will stay for two nights.
The lodge is famous for its excellent mammal viewing and birding and has a long entrance drive (8 km) that yields good wildlife viewing, with species such as Red Brocket Deer, Bare-faced Curassows, Chestnut-bellied Guans, Brazilian Tapir, and even Giant Anteaters.
During your time here, you are able to wander in the grounds close to the lodge, where there is excellent birding, and there will be an early evening drive revisiting the wildlife-rich driveway.
Overnight Hotel Pouso Alegre (B/L/D)

DAY 2 - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 3, 2024
Pouso Alegre is a countryside lodge located at Poconé at marker 33km on the Transpantaneria Highway. Situated in a traditional Pantanal cattle farm, within 7.000 hectares, this area has a great diversity of preserved Pantanal landscapes.

The simple but comfortable accommodations are in harmony with the landscape and a farming lifestyle. The lodge offers 25 bedrooms, equipped with  air conditioning, window screens, a fan and bathroom.

There are no introduced species so you find traditional flora and fauna. There are large flooded fields of native grass, several kinds of forest and permanent and temporary water bodies. During both drought and flood, you can horseback ride to rarely visited places or explore via canoe. Animals such as cayman, capybara, monkey, anacondas, deer and many different bird species can be found in the wild natural habitats. The lodge grounds also offer a wide range of birds including the hyacinth macaws, toucans, cardinals and the bird symbol of Pantanal, the jabiru stork. The combination of limited capacity, easy access, delicious typical food and peaceful ambience make Pouso Alegre a great option for exploring the Pantanal.
Overnight at Pouso Alegre.(B/L/D)

DAY 3 - POUSO ALEGRE - JAGUARLAND - SEP 4, 2024
Breakfast. We will travel to the end of the Transpantaneira road, stopping along the way for game viewing and at Porto Jofre travel by boat to reach the Jaguar Suites.

Our accommodation is a unique, floating hotel or “flotel” near the mouth of the Tres Irmaos River that is operated as a Jaguar research and tourism base. Photo dossier research on Jaguar faces continues apace, as guests become, in effect, guest researchers here.

We will spend three nights here, following a routine of morning and afternoon boat safaris exploring the most Jaguar-rich sections of the Cuiabá, Piquirí, and Three Brothers Rivers, returning to the lodge in the middle of the day for lunch and some downtime.

The ideal Jaguar search speed is 22-29 km/h, and dependent on sightings, we aim to be at the lodge in time for lunch.
Your first scheduled boat game viewing trip along the river begins at 16:00 followed by dinner at the lodge.
After dinner there will be an evening wildlife lecture, to explain a little more about the local eco-system and wildlife.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 4, 5 -  JAGUARLAND - SEP 5,6,  2024
Two days dedicated to game viewing and birding. Jaguars and Giant Otters are at the top of the wish list, but as ever we aim to stop for everything we find.
On the boat safari, we will likely cover a great deal of ground, systematically checking the sandy banks, patches of dense gallery forest on the riverbank, and rush-beds along the water’s edge in search of the biggest predator in the Pantanal.
Our chances are superb for encountering Jaguar and the Flotel provides us with the perfect base from which to explore.
The flotel is the only permanent accommodation in the centre of the “Jaguar Zone”, which could also be called “the Giant Otter Zone”, as these 100-km of river channels are by far the best place in the world to see either of these otherwise shy and elusive top predators. Here we have a distinct advantage over more distantly-located lodges or camps, which start 15km’s upriver and require a lengthy and often unproductive 45 minute – 1 hour journey each way. With instant access to the most productive area for our target species, should we receive word of a sighting we can react very quickly, and it also enables us to have a greater chance of having private sightings before other boats arrive.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 6 -  JAGUARLAND - SWP - SEP 7,  2024
Pack up before enjoying a last breakfast on our flotel. Set off at 7:00 AM on a slow River Safari to see if you can find any last cats on your transfer southwest to Porto Jofre in time for your 8:00 AM road departure.
Embark once more on your land safari (either our open-air Safari Truck or a closed, air-conditioned vehicle) to SouthWild Pantanal Lodge.
Enjoy lunch in the SouthWild Pantanal Lodge’s fully screened, fresh-air restaurant. Explore the
fauna-rich lodge grounds, cool off in our river-side pool, or take a siesta in one of the many
hammocks hanging on the lodge’s wrap-around patio.
In the afternoon, set out on a 2-hour River Safari on the wildlife-rich Pixaim River. This small river is very serene and private: perfect for enjoying the wonders of a wildlife community that has been protected by SouthWild for over 18 years.
In the evening try once-again to see our Ocelots or try for the even more elusive Tapir on a Night Safari. On request, we can also arrange for a Canopy Tower Sundowner Surprise to take in the splendor of the Pixaim River on your last night in the Pantanal.
Enjoy dinner and dessert in the lodge restaurant.

SouthWild Pantanal is the only location in the world where there is such a high probability of seeing habituated, wild Ocelots up close. It was the location that National Geographic’s Earth Live used to film Ocelots https://youtu.be/QSiF8fPE5Y0

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 7,8 -  SOUTHWILD PANTANAL - SEP 8,9,  2024
Enjoy 2 nights in SouthWild’s carbon-neutral Pantanal Lodge surrounded by entertaining fauna. Every day you will be led by your expert naturalist guide to make sure you spot the best fauna and flora. Throughout your trip you will enjoy delicious local cuisine with plenty of vegan
and gluten-free options, knowledgeable naturalist guiding, educational lectures about the Pantanal’s star wildlife and its history, and of course: Jaguars, guaranteed.
The lodge benefits from two wildlife observation towers: one in the riverine forest
and the other next to a nest of thoroughly habituated Jabiru Storks, allowing fantastic photographic opportunities. The riverine forest also holds several troops of very confiding Brown Capuchins, whilst the unmistakable call of the area's resident troop of Howler Monkeys is likely to become a familiar sound as dawn breaks.

The lodge’s bird feeders also regularly visited the world’s largest toucan, the emblematic Toco Toucan, as well as several very colorful passerines, most notably the Orange-backed Troupial.
The grounds here really are packed with birds which have become very used to people so provide superb close views and photographic opportunities.

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 9 -  SWP - PIUVAL - SEP 10,  2024

Make the most of the sunrise by climbing the self-explore towers just outside the main lodge to capture the sunrise over the Pantanal. Enjoy breakfast in SouthWild Pantanal Lodge with your camera ready to go: a Toco Toucans may land on one of the nearby trees in search of fruits and insects. 

Depart at 10:00 am in a closed, air-conditioned vehicle to drive to Pousada Piuval. Situated 110 km from Cuiabá and 10 km from Poconé - MT, Pousada Piuval is the first inn on the Transpantaneira Highway. It boasts a breathtaking natural landscape in the Pantanal, offering diverse fauna and flora for observation and admiration.

With your private guide and safari truck, you'll have the opportunity to search for Giant Anteaters, often spotted in the afternoons. Our experienced guides will ensure a safe and respectful approach to these fascinating creatures.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 10, 11 - POUSADA PIUVAL - SEP 11,12,  2024

Your private guide will take you to prime spots for an early morning Anteater search, followed by a substantial breakfast at the lodge. The remainder of the morning is yours to relax and enjoy the inn's amenities or to take other activities such as Dawn Safari, Photographic Safari, Ecological Trail

After lunch, you can discuss with your guide which activity or species to focus on.

In the late afternoon, your guide will lead you to the best locations to observe Giant Anteaters before returning to the lodge for dinner or to do a Night Focus.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 12 - POUSADA PIUVAL - CUIABA - SEP 13, 2024
Breakfast and morning activity, then private transportation to the airport (B)

includes:
 - Private, naturalist guide as noted in the itinerary.
 - Private ground transportation
 - Accommodation as noted
 - Meals and excursions as noted
 - Unlimited mineral water from large coolers, but bring your own refillable water bottles.  We suggest that each person bring a 1.5-litre bottle.

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL CUIABA - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 2, 2024

Upon arrival at Cuiabá airport, you will meet your guide. From there, you will depart to the lodge and embark on a  2-2.5 hours to Pouso Alegre, where we will stay for two nights.
The lodge is famous for its excellent mammal viewing and birding and has a long entrance drive (8 km) that yields good wildlife viewing, with species such as Red Brocket Deer, Bare-faced Curassows, Chestnut-bellied Guans, Brazilian Tapir, and even Giant Anteaters.
During your time here, you are able to wander in the grounds close to the lodge, where there is excellent birding, and there will be an early evening drive revisiting the wildlife-rich driveway.
Overnight Hotel Pouso Alegre (B/L/D)

DAY 2 - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 3, 2024
Pouso Alegre is a countryside lodge located at Poconé at marker 33km on the Transpantaneria Highway. Situated in a traditional Pantanal cattle farm, within 7.000 hectares, this area has a great diversity of preserved Pantanal landscapes.

The simple but comfortable accommodations are in harmony with the landscape and a farming lifestyle. The lodge offers 25 bedrooms, equipped with  air conditioning, window screens, a fan and bathroom.

There are no introduced species so you find traditional flora and fauna. There are large flooded fields of native grass, several kinds of forest and permanent and temporary water bodies. During both drought and flood, you can horseback ride to rarely visited places or explore via canoe. Animals such as cayman, capybara, monkey, anacondas, deer and many different bird species can be found in the wild natural habitats. The lodge grounds also offer a wide range of birds including the hyacinth macaws, toucans, cardinals and the bird symbol of Pantanal, the jabiru stork. The combination of limited capacity, easy access, delicious typical food and peaceful ambience make Pouso Alegre a great option for exploring the Pantanal.
Overnight at Pouso Alegre.(B/L/D)

DAY 3 - POUSO ALEGRE - JAGUARLAND - SEP 4, 2024
Breakfast. We will travel to the end of the Transpantaneira road, stopping along the way for game viewing and at Porto Jofre travel by boat to reach the Jaguar Suites.

Our accommodation is a unique, floating hotel or “flotel” near the mouth of the Tres Irmaos River that is operated as a Jaguar research and tourism base. Photo dossier research on Jaguar faces continues apace, as guests become, in effect, guest researchers here.

We will spend three nights here, following a routine of morning and afternoon boat safaris exploring the most Jaguar-rich sections of the Cuiabá, Piquirí, and Three Brothers Rivers, returning to the lodge in the middle of the day for lunch and some downtime.

The ideal Jaguar search speed is 22-29 km/h, and dependent on sightings, we aim to be at the lodge in time for lunch.
Your first scheduled boat game viewing trip along the river begins at 16:00 followed by dinner at the lodge.
After dinner there will be an evening wildlife lecture, to explain a little more about the local eco-system and wildlife.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 4, 5 -  JAGUARLAND - SEP 5,6,  2024
Two days dedicated to game viewing and birding. Jaguars and Giant Otters are at the top of the wish list, but as ever we aim to stop for everything we find.
On the boat safari, we will likely cover a great deal of ground, systematically checking the sandy banks, patches of dense gallery forest on the riverbank, and rush-beds along the water’s edge in search of the biggest predator in the Pantanal.
Our chances are superb for encountering Jaguar and the Flotel provides us with the perfect base from which to explore.
The flotel is the only permanent accommodation in the centre of the “Jaguar Zone”, which could also be called “the Giant Otter Zone”, as these 100-km of river channels are by far the best place in the world to see either of these otherwise shy and elusive top predators. Here we have a distinct advantage over more distantly-located lodges or camps, which start 15km’s upriver and require a lengthy and often unproductive 45 minute – 1 hour journey each way. With instant access to the most productive area for our target species, should we receive word of a sighting we can react very quickly, and it also enables us to have a greater chance of having private sightings before other boats arrive.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 6 -  JAGUARLAND - SWP - SEP 7,  2024
Pack up before enjoying a last breakfast on our flotel. Set off at 7:00 AM on a slow River Safari to see if you can find any last cats on your transfer southwest to Porto Jofre in time for your 8:00 AM road departure.
Embark once more on your land safari (either our open-air Safari Truck or a closed, air-conditioned vehicle) to SouthWild Pantanal Lodge.
Enjoy lunch in the SouthWild Pantanal Lodge’s fully screened, fresh-air restaurant. Explore the
fauna-rich lodge grounds, cool off in our river-side pool, or take a siesta in one of the many
hammocks hanging on the lodge’s wrap-around patio.
In the afternoon, set out on a 2-hour River Safari on the wildlife-rich Pixaim River. This small river is very serene and private: perfect for enjoying the wonders of a wildlife community that has been protected by SouthWild for over 18 years.
In the evening try once-again to see our Ocelots or try for the even more elusive Tapir on a Night Safari. On request, we can also arrange for a Canopy Tower Sundowner Surprise to take in the splendor of the Pixaim River on your last night in the Pantanal.
Enjoy dinner and dessert in the lodge restaurant.

SouthWild Pantanal is the only location in the world where there is such a high probability of seeing habituated, wild Ocelots up close. It was the location that National Geographic’s Earth Live used to film Ocelots https://youtu.be/QSiF8fPE5Y0

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 7,8 -  SOUTHWILD PANTANAL - SEP 8,9,  2024
Enjoy 2 nights in SouthWild’s carbon-neutral Pantanal Lodge surrounded by entertaining fauna. Every day you will be led by your expert naturalist guide to make sure you spot the best fauna and flora. Throughout your trip you will enjoy delicious local cuisine with plenty of vegan
and gluten-free options, knowledgeable naturalist guiding, educational lectures about the Pantanal’s star wildlife and its history, and of course: Jaguars, guaranteed.
The lodge benefits from two wildlife observation towers: one in the riverine forest
and the other next to a nest of thoroughly habituated Jabiru Storks, allowing fantastic photographic opportunities. The riverine forest also holds several troops of very confiding Brown Capuchins, whilst the unmistakable call of the area's resident troop of Howler Monkeys is likely to become a familiar sound as dawn breaks.

The lodge’s bird feeders also regularly visited the world’s largest toucan, the emblematic Toco Toucan, as well as several very colorful passerines, most notably the Orange-backed Troupial.
The grounds here really are packed with birds which have become very used to people so provide superb close views and photographic opportunities.

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 9 -  SWP - PIUVAL - SEP 10,  2024

Make the most of the sunrise by climbing the self-explore towers just outside the main lodge to capture the sunrise over the Pantanal. Enjoy breakfast in SouthWild Pantanal Lodge with your camera ready to go: a Toco Toucans may land on one of the nearby trees in search of fruits and insects. 

Depart at 10:00 am in a closed, air-conditioned vehicle to drive to Pousada Piuval. Situated 110 km from Cuiabá and 10 km from Poconé - MT, Pousada Piuval is the first inn on the Transpantaneira Highway. It boasts a breathtaking natural landscape in the Pantanal, offering diverse fauna and flora for observation and admiration.

With your private guide and safari truck, you'll have the opportunity to search for Giant Anteaters, often spotted in the afternoons. Our experienced guides will ensure a safe and respectful approach to these fascinating creatures.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 10, 11 - POUSADA PIUVAL - SEP 11,12,  2024

Your private guide will take you to prime spots for an early morning Anteater search, followed by a substantial breakfast at the lodge. The remainder of the morning is yours to relax and enjoy the inn's amenities or to take other activities such as Dawn Safari, Photographic Safari, Ecological Trail

After lunch, you can discuss with your guide which activity or species to focus on.

In the late afternoon, your guide will lead you to the best locations to observe Giant Anteaters before returning to the lodge for dinner or to do a Night Focus.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 12 - POUSADA PIUVAL - CUIABA - SEP 13, 2024
Breakfast and morning activity, then private transportation to the airport (B)

includes:
 - Private, naturalist guide as noted in the itinerary.
 - Private ground transportation
 - Accommodation as noted
 - Meals and excursions as noted
 - Unlimited mineral water from large coolers, but bring your own refillable water bottles.  We suggest that each person bring a 1.5-litre bottle.

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL CUIABA - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 2, 2024

Upon arrival at Cuiabá airport, you will meet your guide. From there, you will depart to the lodge and embark on a  2-2.5 hours to Pouso Alegre, where we will stay for two nights.
The lodge is famous for its excellent mammal viewing and birding and has a long entrance drive (8 km) that yields good wildlife viewing, with species such as Red Brocket Deer, Bare-faced Curassows, Chestnut-bellied Guans, Brazilian Tapir, and even Giant Anteaters.
During your time here, you are able to wander in the grounds close to the lodge, where there is excellent birding, and there will be an early evening drive revisiting the wildlife-rich driveway.
Overnight Hotel Pouso Alegre (B/L/D)

DAY 2 - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 3, 2024
Pouso Alegre is a countryside lodge located at Poconé at marker 33km on the Transpantaneria Highway. Situated in a traditional Pantanal cattle farm, within 7.000 hectares, this area has a great diversity of preserved Pantanal landscapes.

The simple but comfortable accommodations are in harmony with the landscape and a farming lifestyle. The lodge offers 25 bedrooms, equipped with  air conditioning, window screens, a fan and bathroom.

There are no introduced species so you find traditional flora and fauna. There are large flooded fields of native grass, several kinds of forest and permanent and temporary water bodies. During both drought and flood, you can horseback ride to rarely visited places or explore via canoe. Animals such as cayman, capybara, monkey, anacondas, deer and many different bird species can be found in the wild natural habitats. The lodge grounds also offer a wide range of birds including the hyacinth macaws, toucans, cardinals and the bird symbol of Pantanal, the jabiru stork. The combination of limited capacity, easy access, delicious typical food and peaceful ambience make Pouso Alegre a great option for exploring the Pantanal.
Overnight at Pouso Alegre.(B/L/D)

DAY 3 - POUSO ALEGRE - JAGUARLAND - SEP 4, 2024
Breakfast. We will travel to the end of the Transpantaneira road, stopping along the way for game viewing and at Porto Jofre travel by boat to reach the Jaguar Suites.

Our accommodation is a unique, floating hotel or “flotel” near the mouth of the Tres Irmaos River that is operated as a Jaguar research and tourism base. Photo dossier research on Jaguar faces continues apace, as guests become, in effect, guest researchers here.

We will spend three nights here, following a routine of morning and afternoon boat safaris exploring the most Jaguar-rich sections of the Cuiabá, Piquirí, and Three Brothers Rivers, returning to the lodge in the middle of the day for lunch and some downtime.

The ideal Jaguar search speed is 22-29 km/h, and dependent on sightings, we aim to be at the lodge in time for lunch.
Your first scheduled boat game viewing trip along the river begins at 16:00 followed by dinner at the lodge.
After dinner there will be an evening wildlife lecture, to explain a little more about the local eco-system and wildlife.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 4, 5 -  JAGUARLAND - SEP 5,6,  2024
Two days dedicated to game viewing and birding. Jaguars and Giant Otters are at the top of the wish list, but as ever we aim to stop for everything we find.
On the boat safari, we will likely cover a great deal of ground, systematically checking the sandy banks, patches of dense gallery forest on the riverbank, and rush-beds along the water’s edge in search of the biggest predator in the Pantanal.
Our chances are superb for encountering Jaguar and the Flotel provides us with the perfect base from which to explore.
The flotel is the only permanent accommodation in the centre of the “Jaguar Zone”, which could also be called “the Giant Otter Zone”, as these 100-km of river channels are by far the best place in the world to see either of these otherwise shy and elusive top predators. Here we have a distinct advantage over more distantly-located lodges or camps, which start 15km’s upriver and require a lengthy and often unproductive 45 minute – 1 hour journey each way. With instant access to the most productive area for our target species, should we receive word of a sighting we can react very quickly, and it also enables us to have a greater chance of having private sightings before other boats arrive.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 6 -  JAGUARLAND - SWP - SEP 7,  2024
Pack up before enjoying a last breakfast on our flotel. Set off at 7:00 AM on a slow River Safari to see if you can find any last cats on your transfer southwest to Porto Jofre in time for your 8:00 AM road departure.
Embark once more on your land safari (either our open-air Safari Truck or a closed, air-conditioned vehicle) to SouthWild Pantanal Lodge.
Enjoy lunch in the SouthWild Pantanal Lodge’s fully screened, fresh-air restaurant. Explore the
fauna-rich lodge grounds, cool off in our river-side pool, or take a siesta in one of the many
hammocks hanging on the lodge’s wrap-around patio.
In the afternoon, set out on a 2-hour River Safari on the wildlife-rich Pixaim River. This small river is very serene and private: perfect for enjoying the wonders of a wildlife community that has been protected by SouthWild for over 18 years.
In the evening try once-again to see our Ocelots or try for the even more elusive Tapir on a Night Safari. On request, we can also arrange for a Canopy Tower Sundowner Surprise to take in the splendor of the Pixaim River on your last night in the Pantanal.
Enjoy dinner and dessert in the lodge restaurant.

SouthWild Pantanal is the only location in the world where there is such a high probability of seeing habituated, wild Ocelots up close. It was the location that National Geographic’s Earth Live used to film Ocelots https://youtu.be/QSiF8fPE5Y0

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 7,8 -  SOUTHWILD PANTANAL - SEP 8,9,  2024
Enjoy 2 nights in SouthWild’s carbon-neutral Pantanal Lodge surrounded by entertaining fauna. Every day you will be led by your expert naturalist guide to make sure you spot the best fauna and flora. Throughout your trip you will enjoy delicious local cuisine with plenty of vegan
and gluten-free options, knowledgeable naturalist guiding, educational lectures about the Pantanal’s star wildlife and its history, and of course: Jaguars, guaranteed.
The lodge benefits from two wildlife observation towers: one in the riverine forest
and the other next to a nest of thoroughly habituated Jabiru Storks, allowing fantastic photographic opportunities. The riverine forest also holds several troops of very confiding Brown Capuchins, whilst the unmistakable call of the area's resident troop of Howler Monkeys is likely to become a familiar sound as dawn breaks.

The lodge’s bird feeders also regularly visited the world’s largest toucan, the emblematic Toco Toucan, as well as several very colorful passerines, most notably the Orange-backed Troupial.
The grounds here really are packed with birds which have become very used to people so provide superb close views and photographic opportunities.

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 9 -  SWP - PIUVAL - SEP 10,  2024

Make the most of the sunrise by climbing the self-explore towers just outside the main lodge to capture the sunrise over the Pantanal. Enjoy breakfast in SouthWild Pantanal Lodge with your camera ready to go: a Toco Toucans may land on one of the nearby trees in search of fruits and insects. 

Depart at 10:00 am in a closed, air-conditioned vehicle to drive to Pousada Piuval. Situated 110 km from Cuiabá and 10 km from Poconé - MT, Pousada Piuval is the first inn on the Transpantaneira Highway. It boasts a breathtaking natural landscape in the Pantanal, offering diverse fauna and flora for observation and admiration.

With your private guide and safari truck, you'll have the opportunity to search for Giant Anteaters, often spotted in the afternoons. Our experienced guides will ensure a safe and respectful approach to these fascinating creatures.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 10, 11 - POUSADA PIUVAL - SEP 11,12,  2024

Your private guide will take you to prime spots for an early morning Anteater search, followed by a substantial breakfast at the lodge. The remainder of the morning is yours to relax and enjoy the inn's amenities or to take other activities such as Dawn Safari, Photographic Safari, Ecological Trail

After lunch, you can discuss with your guide which activity or species to focus on.

In the late afternoon, your guide will lead you to the best locations to observe Giant Anteaters before returning to the lodge for dinner or to do a Night Focus.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 12 - POUSADA PIUVAL - CUIABA - SEP 13, 2024
Breakfast and morning activity, then private transportation to the airport (B)

includes:
 - Private, naturalist guide as noted in the itinerary.
 - Private ground transportation
 - Accommodation as noted
 - Meals and excursions as noted
 - Unlimited mineral water from large coolers, but bring your own refillable water bottles.  We suggest that each person bring a 1.5-litre bottle.

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL CUIABA - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 2, 2024

Upon arrival at Cuiabá airport, you will meet your guide. From there, you will depart to the lodge and embark on a  2-2.5 hours to Pouso Alegre, where we will stay for two nights.
The lodge is famous for its excellent mammal viewing and birding and has a long entrance drive (8 km) that yields good wildlife viewing, with species such as Red Brocket Deer, Bare-faced Curassows, Chestnut-bellied Guans, Brazilian Tapir, and even Giant Anteaters.
During your time here, you are able to wander in the grounds close to the lodge, where there is excellent birding, and there will be an early evening drive revisiting the wildlife-rich driveway.
Overnight Hotel Pouso Alegre (B/L/D)

DAY 2 - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 3, 2024
Pouso Alegre is a countryside lodge located at Poconé at marker 33km on the Transpantaneria Highway. Situated in a traditional Pantanal cattle farm, within 7.000 hectares, this area has a great diversity of preserved Pantanal landscapes.

The simple but comfortable accommodations are in harmony with the landscape and a farming lifestyle. The lodge offers 25 bedrooms, equipped with  air conditioning, window screens, a fan and bathroom.

There are no introduced species so you find traditional flora and fauna. There are large flooded fields of native grass, several kinds of forest and permanent and temporary water bodies. During both drought and flood, you can horseback ride to rarely visited places or explore via canoe. Animals such as cayman, capybara, monkey, anacondas, deer and many different bird species can be found in the wild natural habitats. The lodge grounds also offer a wide range of birds including the hyacinth macaws, toucans, cardinals and the bird symbol of Pantanal, the jabiru stork. The combination of limited capacity, easy access, delicious typical food and peaceful ambience make Pouso Alegre a great option for exploring the Pantanal.
Overnight at Pouso Alegre.(B/L/D)

DAY 3 - POUSO ALEGRE - JAGUARLAND - SEP 4, 2024
Breakfast. We will travel to the end of the Transpantaneira road, stopping along the way for game viewing and at Porto Jofre travel by boat to reach the Jaguar Suites.

Our accommodation is a unique, floating hotel or “flotel” near the mouth of the Tres Irmaos River that is operated as a Jaguar research and tourism base. Photo dossier research on Jaguar faces continues apace, as guests become, in effect, guest researchers here.

We will spend three nights here, following a routine of morning and afternoon boat safaris exploring the most Jaguar-rich sections of the Cuiabá, Piquirí, and Three Brothers Rivers, returning to the lodge in the middle of the day for lunch and some downtime.

The ideal Jaguar search speed is 22-29 km/h, and dependent on sightings, we aim to be at the lodge in time for lunch.
Your first scheduled boat game viewing trip along the river begins at 16:00 followed by dinner at the lodge.
After dinner there will be an evening wildlife lecture, to explain a little more about the local eco-system and wildlife.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 4, 5 -  JAGUARLAND - SEP 5,6,  2024
Two days dedicated to game viewing and birding. Jaguars and Giant Otters are at the top of the wish list, but as ever we aim to stop for everything we find.
On the boat safari, we will likely cover a great deal of ground, systematically checking the sandy banks, patches of dense gallery forest on the riverbank, and rush-beds along the water’s edge in search of the biggest predator in the Pantanal.
Our chances are superb for encountering Jaguar and the Flotel provides us with the perfect base from which to explore.
The flotel is the only permanent accommodation in the centre of the “Jaguar Zone”, which could also be called “the Giant Otter Zone”, as these 100-km of river channels are by far the best place in the world to see either of these otherwise shy and elusive top predators. Here we have a distinct advantage over more distantly-located lodges or camps, which start 15km’s upriver and require a lengthy and often unproductive 45 minute – 1 hour journey each way. With instant access to the most productive area for our target species, should we receive word of a sighting we can react very quickly, and it also enables us to have a greater chance of having private sightings before other boats arrive.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 6 -  JAGUARLAND - SWP - SEP 7,  2024
Pack up before enjoying a last breakfast on our flotel. Set off at 7:00 AM on a slow River Safari to see if you can find any last cats on your transfer southwest to Porto Jofre in time for your 8:00 AM road departure.
Embark once more on your land safari (either our open-air Safari Truck or a closed, air-conditioned vehicle) to SouthWild Pantanal Lodge.
Enjoy lunch in the SouthWild Pantanal Lodge’s fully screened, fresh-air restaurant. Explore the
fauna-rich lodge grounds, cool off in our river-side pool, or take a siesta in one of the many
hammocks hanging on the lodge’s wrap-around patio.
In the afternoon, set out on a 2-hour River Safari on the wildlife-rich Pixaim River. This small river is very serene and private: perfect for enjoying the wonders of a wildlife community that has been protected by SouthWild for over 18 years.
In the evening try once-again to see our Ocelots or try for the even more elusive Tapir on a Night Safari. On request, we can also arrange for a Canopy Tower Sundowner Surprise to take in the splendor of the Pixaim River on your last night in the Pantanal.
Enjoy dinner and dessert in the lodge restaurant.

SouthWild Pantanal is the only location in the world where there is such a high probability of seeing habituated, wild Ocelots up close. It was the location that National Geographic’s Earth Live used to film Ocelots https://youtu.be/QSiF8fPE5Y0

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 7,8 -  SOUTHWILD PANTANAL - SEP 8,9,  2024
Enjoy 2 nights in SouthWild’s carbon-neutral Pantanal Lodge surrounded by entertaining fauna. Every day you will be led by your expert naturalist guide to make sure you spot the best fauna and flora. Throughout your trip you will enjoy delicious local cuisine with plenty of vegan
and gluten-free options, knowledgeable naturalist guiding, educational lectures about the Pantanal’s star wildlife and its history, and of course: Jaguars, guaranteed.
The lodge benefits from two wildlife observation towers: one in the riverine forest
and the other next to a nest of thoroughly habituated Jabiru Storks, allowing fantastic photographic opportunities. The riverine forest also holds several troops of very confiding Brown Capuchins, whilst the unmistakable call of the area's resident troop of Howler Monkeys is likely to become a familiar sound as dawn breaks.

The lodge’s bird feeders also regularly visited the world’s largest toucan, the emblematic Toco Toucan, as well as several very colorful passerines, most notably the Orange-backed Troupial.
The grounds here really are packed with birds which have become very used to people so provide superb close views and photographic opportunities.

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 9 -  SWP - PIUVAL - SEP 10,  2024

Make the most of the sunrise by climbing the self-explore towers just outside the main lodge to capture the sunrise over the Pantanal. Enjoy breakfast in SouthWild Pantanal Lodge with your camera ready to go: a Toco Toucans may land on one of the nearby trees in search of fruits and insects. 

Depart at 10:00 am in a closed, air-conditioned vehicle to drive to Pousada Piuval. Situated 110 km from Cuiabá and 10 km from Poconé - MT, Pousada Piuval is the first inn on the Transpantaneira Highway. It boasts a breathtaking natural landscape in the Pantanal, offering diverse fauna and flora for observation and admiration.

With your private guide and safari truck, you'll have the opportunity to search for Giant Anteaters, often spotted in the afternoons. Our experienced guides will ensure a safe and respectful approach to these fascinating creatures.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 10, 11 - POUSADA PIUVAL - SEP 11,12,  2024

Your private guide will take you to prime spots for an early morning Anteater search, followed by a substantial breakfast at the lodge. The remainder of the morning is yours to relax and enjoy the inn's amenities or to take other activities such as Dawn Safari, Photographic Safari, Ecological Trail

After lunch, you can discuss with your guide which activity or species to focus on.

In the late afternoon, your guide will lead you to the best locations to observe Giant Anteaters before returning to the lodge for dinner or to do a Night Focus.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 12 - POUSADA PIUVAL - CUIABA - SEP 13, 2024
Breakfast and morning activity, then private transportation to the airport (B)

includes:
 - Private, naturalist guide as noted in the itinerary.
 - Private ground transportation
 - Accommodation as noted
 - Meals and excursions as noted
 - Unlimited mineral water from large coolers, but bring your own refillable water bottles.  We suggest that each person bring a 1.5-litre bottle.

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL CUIABA - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 2, 2024

Upon arrival at Cuiabá airport, you will meet your guide. From there, you will depart to the lodge and embark on a  2-2.5 hours to Pouso Alegre, where we will stay for two nights.
The lodge is famous for its excellent mammal viewing and birding and has a long entrance drive (8 km) that yields good wildlife viewing, with species such as Red Brocket Deer, Bare-faced Curassows, Chestnut-bellied Guans, Brazilian Tapir, and even Giant Anteaters.
During your time here, you are able to wander in the grounds close to the lodge, where there is excellent birding, and there will be an early evening drive revisiting the wildlife-rich driveway.
Overnight Hotel Pouso Alegre (B/L/D)

DAY 2 - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 3, 2024
Pouso Alegre is a countryside lodge located at Poconé at marker 33km on the Transpantaneria Highway. Situated in a traditional Pantanal cattle farm, within 7.000 hectares, this area has a great diversity of preserved Pantanal landscapes.

The simple but comfortable accommodations are in harmony with the landscape and a farming lifestyle. The lodge offers 25 bedrooms, equipped with  air conditioning, window screens, a fan and bathroom.

There are no introduced species so you find traditional flora and fauna. There are large flooded fields of native grass, several kinds of forest and permanent and temporary water bodies. During both drought and flood, you can horseback ride to rarely visited places or explore via canoe. Animals such as cayman, capybara, monkey, anacondas, deer and many different bird species can be found in the wild natural habitats. The lodge grounds also offer a wide range of birds including the hyacinth macaws, toucans, cardinals and the bird symbol of Pantanal, the jabiru stork. The combination of limited capacity, easy access, delicious typical food and peaceful ambience make Pouso Alegre a great option for exploring the Pantanal.
Overnight at Pouso Alegre.(B/L/D)

DAY 3 - POUSO ALEGRE - JAGUARLAND - SEP 4, 2024
Breakfast. We will travel to the end of the Transpantaneira road, stopping along the way for game viewing and at Porto Jofre travel by boat to reach the Jaguar Suites.

Our accommodation is a unique, floating hotel or “flotel” near the mouth of the Tres Irmaos River that is operated as a Jaguar research and tourism base. Photo dossier research on Jaguar faces continues apace, as guests become, in effect, guest researchers here.

We will spend three nights here, following a routine of morning and afternoon boat safaris exploring the most Jaguar-rich sections of the Cuiabá, Piquirí, and Three Brothers Rivers, returning to the lodge in the middle of the day for lunch and some downtime.

The ideal Jaguar search speed is 22-29 km/h, and dependent on sightings, we aim to be at the lodge in time for lunch.
Your first scheduled boat game viewing trip along the river begins at 16:00 followed by dinner at the lodge.
After dinner there will be an evening wildlife lecture, to explain a little more about the local eco-system and wildlife.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 4, 5 -  JAGUARLAND - SEP 5,6,  2024
Two days dedicated to game viewing and birding. Jaguars and Giant Otters are at the top of the wish list, but as ever we aim to stop for everything we find.
On the boat safari, we will likely cover a great deal of ground, systematically checking the sandy banks, patches of dense gallery forest on the riverbank, and rush-beds along the water’s edge in search of the biggest predator in the Pantanal.
Our chances are superb for encountering Jaguar and the Flotel provides us with the perfect base from which to explore.
The flotel is the only permanent accommodation in the centre of the “Jaguar Zone”, which could also be called “the Giant Otter Zone”, as these 100-km of river channels are by far the best place in the world to see either of these otherwise shy and elusive top predators. Here we have a distinct advantage over more distantly-located lodges or camps, which start 15km’s upriver and require a lengthy and often unproductive 45 minute – 1 hour journey each way. With instant access to the most productive area for our target species, should we receive word of a sighting we can react very quickly, and it also enables us to have a greater chance of having private sightings before other boats arrive.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 6 -  JAGUARLAND - SWP - SEP 7,  2024
Pack up before enjoying a last breakfast on our flotel. Set off at 7:00 AM on a slow River Safari to see if you can find any last cats on your transfer southwest to Porto Jofre in time for your 8:00 AM road departure.
Embark once more on your land safari (either our open-air Safari Truck or a closed, air-conditioned vehicle) to SouthWild Pantanal Lodge.
Enjoy lunch in the SouthWild Pantanal Lodge’s fully screened, fresh-air restaurant. Explore the
fauna-rich lodge grounds, cool off in our river-side pool, or take a siesta in one of the many
hammocks hanging on the lodge’s wrap-around patio.
In the afternoon, set out on a 2-hour River Safari on the wildlife-rich Pixaim River. This small river is very serene and private: perfect for enjoying the wonders of a wildlife community that has been protected by SouthWild for over 18 years.
In the evening try once-again to see our Ocelots or try for the even more elusive Tapir on a Night Safari. On request, we can also arrange for a Canopy Tower Sundowner Surprise to take in the splendor of the Pixaim River on your last night in the Pantanal.
Enjoy dinner and dessert in the lodge restaurant.

SouthWild Pantanal is the only location in the world where there is such a high probability of seeing habituated, wild Ocelots up close. It was the location that National Geographic’s Earth Live used to film Ocelots https://youtu.be/QSiF8fPE5Y0

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 7,8 -  SOUTHWILD PANTANAL - SEP 8,9,  2024
Enjoy 2 nights in SouthWild’s carbon-neutral Pantanal Lodge surrounded by entertaining fauna. Every day you will be led by your expert naturalist guide to make sure you spot the best fauna and flora. Throughout your trip you will enjoy delicious local cuisine with plenty of vegan
and gluten-free options, knowledgeable naturalist guiding, educational lectures about the Pantanal’s star wildlife and its history, and of course: Jaguars, guaranteed.
The lodge benefits from two wildlife observation towers: one in the riverine forest
and the other next to a nest of thoroughly habituated Jabiru Storks, allowing fantastic photographic opportunities. The riverine forest also holds several troops of very confiding Brown Capuchins, whilst the unmistakable call of the area's resident troop of Howler Monkeys is likely to become a familiar sound as dawn breaks.

The lodge’s bird feeders also regularly visited the world’s largest toucan, the emblematic Toco Toucan, as well as several very colorful passerines, most notably the Orange-backed Troupial.
The grounds here really are packed with birds which have become very used to people so provide superb close views and photographic opportunities.

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 9 -  SWP - PIUVAL - SEP 10,  2024

Make the most of the sunrise by climbing the self-explore towers just outside the main lodge to capture the sunrise over the Pantanal. Enjoy breakfast in SouthWild Pantanal Lodge with your camera ready to go: a Toco Toucans may land on one of the nearby trees in search of fruits and insects. 

Depart at 10:00 am in a closed, air-conditioned vehicle to drive to Pousada Piuval. Situated 110 km from Cuiabá and 10 km from Poconé - MT, Pousada Piuval is the first inn on the Transpantaneira Highway. It boasts a breathtaking natural landscape in the Pantanal, offering diverse fauna and flora for observation and admiration.

With your private guide and safari truck, you'll have the opportunity to search for Giant Anteaters, often spotted in the afternoons. Our experienced guides will ensure a safe and respectful approach to these fascinating creatures.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 10, 11 - POUSADA PIUVAL - SEP 11,12,  2024

Your private guide will take you to prime spots for an early morning Anteater search, followed by a substantial breakfast at the lodge. The remainder of the morning is yours to relax and enjoy the inn's amenities or to take other activities such as Dawn Safari, Photographic Safari, Ecological Trail

After lunch, you can discuss with your guide which activity or species to focus on.

In the late afternoon, your guide will lead you to the best locations to observe Giant Anteaters before returning to the lodge for dinner or to do a Night Focus.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 12 - POUSADA PIUVAL - CUIABA - SEP 13, 2024
Breakfast and morning activity, then private transportation to the airport (B)

includes:
 - Private, naturalist guide as noted in the itinerary.
 - Private ground transportation
 - Accommodation as noted
 - Meals and excursions as noted
 - Unlimited mineral water from large coolers, but bring your own refillable water bottles.  We suggest that each person bring a 1.5-litre bottle.

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL CUIABA - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 2, 2024

Upon arrival at Cuiabá airport, you will meet your guide. From there, you will depart to the lodge and embark on a  2-2.5 hours to Pouso Alegre, where we will stay for two nights.
The lodge is famous for its excellent mammal viewing and birding and has a long entrance drive (8 km) that yields good wildlife viewing, with species such as Red Brocket Deer, Bare-faced Curassows, Chestnut-bellied Guans, Brazilian Tapir, and even Giant Anteaters.
During your time here, you are able to wander in the grounds close to the lodge, where there is excellent birding, and there will be an early evening drive revisiting the wildlife-rich driveway.
Overnight Hotel Pouso Alegre (B/L/D)

DAY 2 - POUSO ALEGRE - SEP 3, 2024
Pouso Alegre is a countryside lodge located at Poconé at marker 33km on the Transpantaneria Highway. Situated in a traditional Pantanal cattle farm, within 7.000 hectares, this area has a great diversity of preserved Pantanal landscapes.

The simple but comfortable accommodations are in harmony with the landscape and a farming lifestyle. The lodge offers 25 bedrooms, equipped with  air conditioning, window screens, a fan and bathroom.

There are no introduced species so you find traditional flora and fauna. There are large flooded fields of native grass, several kinds of forest and permanent and temporary water bodies. During both drought and flood, you can horseback ride to rarely visited places or explore via canoe. Animals such as cayman, capybara, monkey, anacondas, deer and many different bird species can be found in the wild natural habitats. The lodge grounds also offer a wide range of birds including the hyacinth macaws, toucans, cardinals and the bird symbol of Pantanal, the jabiru stork. The combination of limited capacity, easy access, delicious typical food and peaceful ambience make Pouso Alegre a great option for exploring the Pantanal.
Overnight at Pouso Alegre.(B/L/D)

DAY 3 - POUSO ALEGRE - JAGUARLAND - SEP 4, 2024
Breakfast. We will travel to the end of the Transpantaneira road, stopping along the way for game viewing and at Porto Jofre travel by boat to reach the Jaguar Suites.

Our accommodation is a unique, floating hotel or “flotel” near the mouth of the Tres Irmaos River that is operated as a Jaguar research and tourism base. Photo dossier research on Jaguar faces continues apace, as guests become, in effect, guest researchers here.

We will spend three nights here, following a routine of morning and afternoon boat safaris exploring the most Jaguar-rich sections of the Cuiabá, Piquirí, and Three Brothers Rivers, returning to the lodge in the middle of the day for lunch and some downtime.

The ideal Jaguar search speed is 22-29 km/h, and dependent on sightings, we aim to be at the lodge in time for lunch.
Your first scheduled boat game viewing trip along the river begins at 16:00 followed by dinner at the lodge.
After dinner there will be an evening wildlife lecture, to explain a little more about the local eco-system and wildlife.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 4, 5 -  JAGUARLAND - SEP 5,6,  2024
Two days dedicated to game viewing and birding. Jaguars and Giant Otters are at the top of the wish list, but as ever we aim to stop for everything we find.
On the boat safari, we will likely cover a great deal of ground, systematically checking the sandy banks, patches of dense gallery forest on the riverbank, and rush-beds along the water’s edge in search of the biggest predator in the Pantanal.
Our chances are superb for encountering Jaguar and the Flotel provides us with the perfect base from which to explore.
The flotel is the only permanent accommodation in the centre of the “Jaguar Zone”, which could also be called “the Giant Otter Zone”, as these 100-km of river channels are by far the best place in the world to see either of these otherwise shy and elusive top predators. Here we have a distinct advantage over more distantly-located lodges or camps, which start 15km’s upriver and require a lengthy and often unproductive 45 minute – 1 hour journey each way. With instant access to the most productive area for our target species, should we receive word of a sighting we can react very quickly, and it also enables us to have a greater chance of having private sightings before other boats arrive.
Overnight at Jaguar Flotel (B/L/D)

DAY 6 -  JAGUARLAND - SWP - SEP 7,  2024
Pack up before enjoying a last breakfast on our flotel. Set off at 7:00 AM on a slow River Safari to see if you can find any last cats on your transfer southwest to Porto Jofre in time for your 8:00 AM road departure.
Embark once more on your land safari (either our open-air Safari Truck or a closed, air-conditioned vehicle) to SouthWild Pantanal Lodge.
Enjoy lunch in the SouthWild Pantanal Lodge’s fully screened, fresh-air restaurant. Explore the
fauna-rich lodge grounds, cool off in our river-side pool, or take a siesta in one of the many
hammocks hanging on the lodge’s wrap-around patio.
In the afternoon, set out on a 2-hour River Safari on the wildlife-rich Pixaim River. This small river is very serene and private: perfect for enjoying the wonders of a wildlife community that has been protected by SouthWild for over 18 years.
In the evening try once-again to see our Ocelots or try for the even more elusive Tapir on a Night Safari. On request, we can also arrange for a Canopy Tower Sundowner Surprise to take in the splendor of the Pixaim River on your last night in the Pantanal.
Enjoy dinner and dessert in the lodge restaurant.

SouthWild Pantanal is the only location in the world where there is such a high probability of seeing habituated, wild Ocelots up close. It was the location that National Geographic’s Earth Live used to film Ocelots https://youtu.be/QSiF8fPE5Y0

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 7,8 -  SOUTHWILD PANTANAL - SEP 8,9,  2024
Enjoy 2 nights in SouthWild’s carbon-neutral Pantanal Lodge surrounded by entertaining fauna. Every day you will be led by your expert naturalist guide to make sure you spot the best fauna and flora. Throughout your trip you will enjoy delicious local cuisine with plenty of vegan
and gluten-free options, knowledgeable naturalist guiding, educational lectures about the Pantanal’s star wildlife and its history, and of course: Jaguars, guaranteed.
The lodge benefits from two wildlife observation towers: one in the riverine forest
and the other next to a nest of thoroughly habituated Jabiru Storks, allowing fantastic photographic opportunities. The riverine forest also holds several troops of very confiding Brown Capuchins, whilst the unmistakable call of the area's resident troop of Howler Monkeys is likely to become a familiar sound as dawn breaks.

The lodge’s bird feeders also regularly visited the world’s largest toucan, the emblematic Toco Toucan, as well as several very colorful passerines, most notably the Orange-backed Troupial.
The grounds here really are packed with birds which have become very used to people so provide superb close views and photographic opportunities.

Overnight at SouthWild Pantanal (B/L/D)

DAY 9 -  SWP - PIUVAL - SEP 10,  2024

Make the most of the sunrise by climbing the self-explore towers just outside the main lodge to capture the sunrise over the Pantanal. Enjoy breakfast in SouthWild Pantanal Lodge with your camera ready to go: a Toco Toucans may land on one of the nearby trees in search of fruits and insects. 

Depart at 10:00 am in a closed, air-conditioned vehicle to drive to Pousada Piuval. Situated 110 km from Cuiabá and 10 km from Poconé - MT, Pousada Piuval is the first inn on the Transpantaneira Highway. It boasts a breathtaking natural landscape in the Pantanal, offering diverse fauna and flora for observation and admiration.

With your private guide and safari truck, you'll have the opportunity to search for Giant Anteaters, often spotted in the afternoons. Our experienced guides will ensure a safe and respectful approach to these fascinating creatures.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 10, 11 - POUSADA PIUVAL - SEP 11,12,  2024

Your private guide will take you to prime spots for an early morning Anteater search, followed by a substantial breakfast at the lodge. The remainder of the morning is yours to relax and enjoy the inn's amenities or to take other activities such as Dawn Safari, Photographic Safari, Ecological Trail

After lunch, you can discuss with your guide which activity or species to focus on.

In the late afternoon, your guide will lead you to the best locations to observe Giant Anteaters before returning to the lodge for dinner or to do a Night Focus.
Overnight at Pousada Piuval (B/L/D)

DAY 12 - POUSADA PIUVAL - CUIABA - SEP 13, 2024
Breakfast and morning activity, then private transportation to the airport (B)

includes:
 - Private, naturalist guide as noted in the itinerary.
 - Private ground transportation
 - Accommodation as noted
 - Meals and excursions as noted
 - Unlimited mineral water from large coolers, but bring your own refillable water bottles.  We suggest that each person bring a 1.5-litre bottle.