Land of the Jaguar
Land of the Jaguar
Land of the Jaguar
9 Days Starting and ending in Cuiaba
Visiting: Brazil
Tour operator:
Tour code:
WAI
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
4 - 16
Age range:
16-99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
The Pantanal straddles the borders of Brazil, Paraguay and Bolivia and is the world's largest wetland region. Its plains and low scrubby forests are home to over 1000 species of bird and 300 different mammals, including tapirs, anteaters, Jabiru storks and the striking Hyacinth macaw. Concentrating on the incredibly rich northern Pantanal in the southwest of Brazil, we divide our time between two lodges in different areas of the Pantanal, journeying deep into the Pantanal in search of the jaguar, the largest and most elusive feline in the Americas. These solitary predators, as well as being formidable opponents on land, are strong swimmers and are known to frequent the waterways we will explore.
Highlights
Itinerary
Depart London
Day 2
The group flights should be arriving in the early afternoon. The rest of the
day is free to relax after the long journey.
*Accommodation: Slaviero Slim Hotel (or similar)*
Day 3
This morning we head towards the remote Paraguay River in the Pantanal. We
start by driving 205kms towards the town of Caceres before continuing a
further 100kms on dirt roads to our lodge located on the banks for the
Paraguay River where we will spend the next 4 days exploring the region for
jaguars and other wildlife.
This area is further off the beaten path and the ideal place for jaguar
spotting and, with fewer visitors than other areas of the Pantanal, is also
much quieter.
This afternoon we will board our small motorboats to go on our first jaguar
safari exploring the river and its tributaries for the elusive big cat as
well as tapirs, monkeys, macaws, anacondas, capybaras, Giant otters and any
other wildlife we can find. Whilst no guarantees can be made when it comes to
wildlife, there is a 95% chance of seeing jaguars.
*Accommodation: Hotel Baiazinha Lodge (or similar)*
Day 4-6
We spend the next three days on morning and afternoon boat safaris looking
for jaguars and other local wildlife and learning about the delicate
ecosystem of the area. The exact lengths of the outings will, of course, vary
depending on the sightings and you should be prepared to be flexible with the
timetable. Make sure to bring all you’ll need including sun protection,
insect protection, rain protection, water and, of course your cameras and/or
binoculars.
*Accommodation: Hotel Baiazinha Lodge (or similar)*
Day 7
This morning we retrace our steps towards Caceres and on to Pocone and
finally Araras Ecolodge. Surrounded by pristine forest, the lodge offers a
range of activities designed to showcase the flora and fauna of the Pantanal,
including jeep safaris, trail walks, nocturnal safaris, canoeing and horse
riding. The lodge’s expert bilingual naturalist guides accompany us on all
excursions to truly enhance our wildlife viewing.
*Accommodation: Araras Lodge (or similar)*
Day 8-9
The next two days we have a full programme of activities around the lodge.
Hundreds of species of bird, and dozens of mammals and reptiles have been
recorded in the immediate surroundings, and if we are lucky, we will catch
sight of the striking Hyacinth macaw (Portuguese: Arara jacinta) after which
the lodge is named. The largest of the macaws, its dark blue plumage and the
bright yellow skin around its eyes and beak make it instantly recognisable.
*Accommodation: Araras Lodge (or similar)*
Day 10
After breakfast we head back to Cuiaba where the trip ends. Those on the
group flights will be departing this afternoon.
Day 11
Arrive London
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What's Included
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Meals
5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners.
* 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners
* All accommodation (see below)
* All transport and listed activities
* Tour leader throughout
* Flights from London (if booking incl. flights)
What's Not Included
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Travel insurance
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Single accommodation (available on request)
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Visas or vaccinations
Accommodation
We spend the first night at a hotel in the centre of Cuiabá. We then spend four nights at Hotel Baiazinha on the banks of the Paraguay River. It has air-conditioned rooms and a swimming pool.
We also spend three nights at Araras Lodge, which is designed in a rustic regional style and has 19 comfortable rooms, all with air-conditioning, ceiling fans and private bathrooms. The lodge has a bar, swimming pool and gift shop, plus a spacious restaurant whose excellent dishes feature lots of local fruits, vegetables, meat and fish.
Food
All breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners are included.
All meals are included in Hotel Baiazinha Lodge and Araras Lodge. Food is
likely to be a mix of dishes using a lot of local produce. The local fruit is
normally very good. Meat is a staple part of the Brazilian diet, but
vegetarians can be catered for throughout the trip. Please advise us at the
time of booking if you have any special dietary requirements, especially
since the remote nature of the places we stay means that special supplies can
be difficult to obtain without prior arrangement.
Check out our Q&As
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
16+ people can go on this tour.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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