Dates: August 16 - 24, 2027
Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
Number of participants: 8 – 12
Cost per person:
– 4 990 USD subject to 12 participants, or
– 5 290 USD subject to 10 – 11 participants, or
– 5 690 USD subject to 8 – 9 participants.
10% early booking discount (in case you book before January 16, 2027)
Everything is included except for:
- international flight to Cuiaba roundtrip,
- international medical insurance,
- visa of Brazil (not required for Russian citizens)
Estimated cost for the flight Moscow – Cuiaba – Moscow is 1700 – 2200 USD (Bought on your own with our assistance).
Estimated cost for the flight Istanbul – Cuiaba – Istanbul is from 1200 USD (Bought on your own with our assistance).
Estimated cost for the flight Paris – Cuiaba – Paris is from 1400 USD (Bought on your own with our assistance).
Estimated cost for the flight Madrid – Cuiaba – Madrid is from 1300 USD (Bought on your own with our assistance).
Single supplement: 750 USD (it is provided along the entire itinerary).
TRAVEL PROGRAM: Tour to the Pantanal Brazil
Day 1. August 16, 2027 (Monday). CUIABA
Cuiabá is the capital of the state of Mato Grosso, the third largest state in Brazil. It is also considered the capital of the Pantanal, as it is the gateway for those who appreciate the Pantanal wildlife.
Participants arrive at Marechal Rondon Airport. Our team will be waiting for the transfer to the hotel with a free afternoon. In the evening, we will meet for a welcome dinner, where we will provide all the information about our expedition.
Meals included: dinner
Accommodation included: Hotel Paiaguás or similar
* Recommended flights:
- any flight arriving in Cuiabá at in the afternoon on August 16.
Day 2. August 17, 2027 (Tuesday). CHAPADA DOS GUIMARÃES
In the morning, we will head to Chapada dos Guimarães National Park to begin the 7 Waterfalls Trail. Our first stop will be the iconic Véu de Noiva (Bridal Veil) Waterfall, the park's most famous landmark, with its impressive 85-meter drop (viewing only).
We will then continue along Cerrado trails to visit and swim in the other six waterfalls of the circuit, covering a total distance of approximately 7 km (round trip).
Lunch will be served at the restaurant in the Véu de Noiva complex.
To end the day, we will watch the sunset over the canyons and the striking orange cliffs of Chapada
Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation included: Casa da Quineira or Pousada do Parque or similar
Day 3. August 18, 2027 (Wednesday). CHAPADA DOS GUIMARÃES - AGUAS DO CERRADO CIRCUIT
The Águas do Cerrado Circuit is one of the most refreshing experiences in Chapada dos Guimarães. The route follows a trail of approximately 8 km (round trip), easy to moderate in difficulty and about 6 hours long, passing 9 crystal-clear water attractions: 2 waterfalls for viewing, 6 waterfalls suitable for swimming and 1 natural pool.
Along the hike, we can discover the rich local vegetation and even spot native wildlife, such as the Cerrado tapir.
The day continues at a relaxed pace, with photo stops and a lunch break at the on-site restaurant, ending in the late afternoon with the sunset over the canyons.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation included: Casa da Quineira or Pousada do Parque or similar
Day 4. August 19, 2027 (Thursday). CHAPADA DOS GUIMARAES - AROE JARI - CUIABA
A fascinating journey through one of the most impressive ecosystems of Chapada dos Guimarães.
We will spend the day exploring a unique conservation area, home to rock formations sculpted by time. The highlight is the imposing Aroe Jari Cave which, at 1,550 meters long, holds the title of the largest sandstone cave in Brazil. Along the walk, the route rewards us with natural stone bridges, grottoes with crystal-clear water, such as the magical Lagoa Azul (Blue Lagoon), and passages full of mystery.
Lunch will be served at the complex itself, offering comfort and local flavors.
To end on a high note, we will say goodbye to Chapada while watching the sunset from the top of the canyons, where the late-afternoon light turns the landscape golden before our return to Cuiabá.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation included: Hotel Paiaguás or similar
Day 5. August 20, 2027 (Friday). CUIABA - PORTO JOFRE
The early hours mark the start of the most memorable experience of the trip. Departing at around 3 a.m., we head to Porto Jofre to enter the true realm of the jaguar.
The reward for the early start comes along the way, as we watch the spectacular sunrise over the Transpantaneira, when the dawn light turns the plains golden and reveals the first animals of the day.
After a hearty breakfast in Porto Jofre, we board our safari boat for 8 hours on the Cuiabá, São Lourenço, Piquiri and Três Irmãos rivers, the area with the highest concentration of jaguars in the Americas. Being on the water early puts us on the rivers when wildlife is most active, maximizing our chances of spotting the great cat in its natural habitat.
Beyond the majestic jaguar, the day offers encounters with giant otters, caimans, capybaras, anacondas and an incredible variety of birds, from colorful toucans to stately herons. An intense, fascinating and unforgettable expedition
Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation included: Pousada Santa Rosa or similar
Day 6. August 21, 2027 (Saturday). PORTO JOFRE
For anyone who thinks nature repeats itself, the second day on the water proves otherwise: in the wild, no two moments are alike.
Returning to the Pantanal's channels means multiplying the chances of unforgettable shots and witnessing completely new interactions on the water and along the banks. If the first day brought the thrill of discovery, today our time on the river takes on the rhythm of careful observation.
Each bend of the river holds new territories and unique behaviors, from a strategic hunt at the water's edge to a big cat resting on the riverbank. Along with the constant anticipation of a jaguar sighting, we will be fully immersed in the vibrant life of the ecosystem.
It is time to sharpen our senses for the ballet of the giant otters, the caimans and capybaras, the mystery of the anacondas and the show of birds overhead, from vivid toucans to stately herons. A renewed and fascinating immersion in the heart of the Pantanal.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation included: Pousada Santa Rosa or similar
Day 7. August 22, 2027 (Sunday). TRANSPANTANEIRA
Today we say goodbye to the majestic realm of the jaguars to set off on new adventures along the way.
We will follow the regular schedule after check-out, heading straight to our new lodge on the northern stretch of the Transpantaneira.
The drive back is a true safari in itself. We will make strategic stops along the road to photograph the ecosystem's rich wildlife.
And to end the day on a high note, in the late afternoon we will have an unmissable opportunity: to turn our lenses to the elegant and elusive ocelot, as well as the many animals that cross our path.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation included: Pousada Santa Tereza (Ocelot Place) or Pousada Piuval or similar
Day 8. August 23, 2027 (Monday). TRANSPANTANEIRA
The day is dedicated to exploring the legendary Transpantaneira Road on a safari focused on obser vation and photography. We will travel through this ecological sanctuary keeping a close eye out for some of the region's most precious and iconic species, such as the lowland tapir, the giant anteater and the southern tamandua.
Our journey invites us to slow down and admire the unique scenery of the plain's savannas, forest is lands and seasonal wetlands. The Pantanal is one of the world's greatest birdwatching paradises, home to more than 650 recorded species.
Along the way, our lenses turn to the great local icons, such as the majestic hyacinth macaw and the imposing jabiru stork, the symbol of the Pantanal, as well as an incredible diversity of herons, tou cans and colorful species filling the skies. A deep immersion in the natural richness of the region.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation included: Pousada Santa Tereza (Ocelot Place) or Pousada Piuval or similar
Day 9. August 24, 2027 (Tuesday). TRANSPANTANEIRA - CUIABÁ
We reach the end of this extraordinary itinerary with the best of feelings: the pleasant tiredness of intense days of exploration and a heart overflowing with joy for every sighting and every photo captured.
The morning is free to relax at the lodge, enjoy its facilities at a leisurely pace or take some final photos.
After lunch, we hit the road to Cuiaba, keeping our cameras ready along the Transpantaneira for the last wildlife surprises on the way.
Arrival in Cuiaba is expected in the late afternoon, with a direct transfer to the airport for those flying out in the evening
Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation included: -
* Recommended flights:
- Any flight departing from Cuiabá airport not earlier than 23:00 pm on August 24.
* The program schedule is subject to change, provided all main activities are retained. If certain site visits and/or tours cannot be completed due to external conditions, they will be replaced with alternatives whenever possible.