Tour Pantanal - 15 Days Adventure Tour

Meals

Daily breakfast, 5 x lunch, 2 x box lunch, 8 x dinner

Guide

Guaranteed execution of all dates German-speaking local tour guide

Transport

Rail&Fly in 1st class DB to the airport and back (https://www.bahnanreise.de/geltungsbereich) Animal observations in the Pantanal: 2 bush walks, 1 boat trip, 1 game drive in an off-road vehicle and 1 horseback ride Boat trips and 1 bush walk in the Amazon region

Accommodation

12 nights in hotels and lodges Accommodation - Vivaz Cataratas Hotel Resort Day 1 - Vivaz Cataratas Hotel Resort [Followed by overnight stay] Day 2 - UeSo Pantanal Lodge Day 3 - UeSo Pantanal Lodge [Follow-up overnight] Day 4 - UeSo Pantanal Lodge [Follow-up overnight] Day 5 - Brasília Palace Hotel Day 6 - Tariri Amazon Lodge Day 7 - Tariri Amazon Lodge [Follow-up Overnight] Day 8 - Tariri Amazon Lodge [Follow-up Overnight] Day 9 - Hotel Copa Sul Day 10 - Hotel Copa Sul [Follow-up Overnight] Day 11 - Hotel Copa Sul [Follow-up Overnight] Day 12

Others

Adventure trip with a maximum of 12 guests Touring minibus with air-conditioning or on a total of 4 days in vehicles suitable for off-road use Late check-out on departure day Visit to a local community in the Brazilian rainforest Samba dancing in Rio de Janeiro National park fees and entrance fees 257 m² of rainforest in your name

Flights

Scheduled flight with LATAM (fare Q) to Foz do Iguaçu and back from Rio de Janeiro, subject to availability. domestic flights with LATAM from Foz do Iguaçu to Cuiabá, from Cuiabá to Brasília, from Brasília to Manaus and from Manaus to Rio de Janeiro Price includes scheduled flight from/to Frankfurt

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Insurance

Others

Departure airport: DE from 200 € / AT from 200 € / CH from 300 € Seat reservation on long-haul flight: from 20 € Scheduled flight in Business Class: on request

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Day 1 Day 1: Holidays At Last!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Holidays At Last!

The anticipation for this day was long, today it finally starts and you fly to Brazil. Make yourself comfortable on board.
Day 2 Day 2: Welcome To Iguaçu! The Waterfalls From The Brazilian Side
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Welcome To Iguaçu! The Waterfalls From The Brazilian Side

Your tour guide will be waiting for you at Iguaçu airport and is definitely as excited as you are. Iguaçu National Park is home to the widest waterfalls in the world, which are also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ve probably seen many photos of the falls. But soon you can actually stand in the middle of the postcard landscape! Every second, up to 6,500 cubic meters of water thunder down to a depth of 90 meters. You will visit the falls from the Brazilian side. Start at the Iguaçu National Park Visitor Center with a drive through the lush subtropical vegetation of the park. From various viewing platforms you’ll have great views and sometimes you’ll be accompanied by cheeky coatis on your walk. If the weather cooperates, you might even see colorful rainbows. During dinner you will surely have a lot to talk about!

Meals
The included meals today are a small lunch snack and dinner.

Accommodation
Vivaz Cataratas Hotel Resort
The Vivaz Cataratas Hotel Resort offers highest comfort close to the Iguaçu National Park. You’ll stay in modern rooms with elegant furniture for a pleasant stay. The garden with its pool landscape invites you to sunbathe and swim. And in the hotel’s spa you can indulge yourself with massages and other wellness treatments.

Notes
The driving distance is about 25 kilometers. The driving time is about 45 minutes (depending on traffic).
You will have to check in your luggage at the airport in São Paulo for the following domestic flight to Iguaçu. You have enough time to change planes.
Day 3 Day 3: Iguaçu Falls From The Argentine Side
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Iguaçu Falls From The Argentine Side

You make a short stopover in Argentina, because today you visit the waterfalls from the Argentine side. By electric train and then on foot you reach the most spectacular part, the so-called Devil’s Gorge. There the water falls with a deafening noise from three sides about 82 meters into the depth. This unique natural spectacle will surely remain in your memory for a long time. Today you also have the opportunity to explore various hiking trails through the greenery. Take the chance and explore this very special place. Afterwards, there might be some time left to listen to the chirping of birds at Parque de Aves (optional). In the largest bird park in Latin America, you can observe macaws, toucans and many other rare birds up close, which live here in huge aviaries amidst the lush subtropical vegetation. If you’re lucky, you’ll also see pygmy monkeys, caimans and exotic butterflies.

Meals
Breakfast is included in the price.

Accommodation
Vivaz Cataratas Hotel Resort [Consequence Overnight]
Vivaz Cataratas Hotel Resort is your accommodation today as well.

Notes
While you’re here, don’t miss this:
Book an approximately ten-minute helicopter flight over the Iguaçu Falls. The price is about US$200 per person, depending on the number of participants and the season (4 to 6 people per helicopter). Alternatively, the flight can also take place on day 2. Booking and payment will be done on site. Or take a one hour boat trip under the Iguaçu waterfalls. Since you will get very wet on this tour, we recommend that you bring a change of clothes. Departure every hour from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The price is approximately $100 per person, depending on the number of participants and the season (minimum age of participants 12 years). Please let your tour guide know the day before if you would like to book this activity. From the hotel you have the possibility to visit the neighboring Parque das Aves. The entrance fee is about 15 US-$ per person. The tour takes about 1 hour. The park is open from 08:30.
Day 4 Day 4: Off To The Pantanal!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Off To The Pantanal!

Via São Paulo you fly to Cuiabá in the west of the country. From here we make our way to Poconé, the gateway to the northern Pantanal. The only way to your family-run accommodation, about 40 kilometers south of the town, leads from here along the dusty clay road "Transpantaneira". With four-wheel drive, you will drive over the dirt road into the largest inland wetland on our planet, which has been declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO. Half of the year the area is completely under water and serves as an important retreat for thousands of animal and plant species. With a little luck, you may see pairs of caiman eyes peeking out of one of the water holes along the way to your accommodation.

Meals
Breakfast and dinner are included in the price.

Accommodation
UeSo Pantanal Lodge
At the UeSo Pantanal Lodge you will reside about 40 kilometers south of Poconé, in the middle of the Pantanal floodplain, which is famous for its biodiversity. Surrounded by an extensive garden with a variety of wildlife, the guesthouse, located on the shore of a small lake, is reminiscent of a rural ranch. Enjoy the magnificent view into the wild nature from one of the two observation towers or relax by the small pool. All rooms are equipped with private bathrooms and air-conditioning. Morning, noon and night you can look forward to local delicacies in the in-house restaurant.

Notes
The driving distance is about 165 kilometers. The driving time is about 3 ½ hours.
During your stay in the Pantanal, you will be traveling in off-road vehicles instead of a tour minibus on days 4 to 7. Depending on the type of vehicle, they are licensed for 4 to 6 people.
The program in the Pantanal depends on the weather conditions and the water level. Accordingly, there may be changes to the program at short notice.
Day 5 Day 5: Pantanal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Pantanal

You can safely leave the alarm clock off, because in the Pantanal you will be awakened at sunrise by the calls of the birds. After breakfast, you will set off on foot, always following the mysterious sounds of nature. Have you spotted a toucan picking fruit from the palm trees? Afterwards, you will take an adventurous ride on the "Transpantaneira". But don’t worry, your driver already has experience to avoid the families of capybaras hunting across the road. And not only the cute capybaras will run in front of your lens, also tuiuius, the graceful jabiru storks and large flocks of exotic water birds will cross your path. Who knows, your guide may even spot an anteater or tapir in the wild. Afterwards, we will glide almost silently over the alluvium in a rowboat and, if we are lucky, we will observe a kingfisher watching for small fish from the embankment. Once again we photograph everything and then we return to our accommodation as darkness falls. And also on this way along the "Transpantaneira" you can surely find some nocturnal animals, which now come out of their hiding places.

Meals
The included meals today are breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Accommodation
UeSo Pantanal Lodge [Followed by overnight].
UeSo Pantanal Lodge is your accommodation today as well.
Day 6 Day 6: Pantanal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Pantanal

Today you get up before the wake-up call of the birds. Because before breakfast we will start the sunrise foot safari. The awakening of this spectacular habitat is a real goosebump moment: the excited flute of the birds, the sleepy roar of a monkey and the first rays of sunlight flashing on the horizon - pure life and you are right in the middle of it! After so many emotions you have earned an extended siesta at the pool of your accommodation or you decide, like the Pantaneiros, to stalk through the alluvial soil on horseback. On the back of the animals you will have a new perspective and a unique opportunity to observe the flora and fauna. In the afternoon we will explore one of the nearby rivers by boat. With a little luck you can observe the playful giant otters or the majestic swamp deer. Back at the guesthouse, you will enjoy the setting evening mood with a view over the small lake at the garden. Can you still remember all the bird species you have identified for the first time in the last days?

Meals
The included meals today are breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Accommodation
UeSo Pantanal Lodge [Followed by overnight].
UeSo Pantanal Lodge will be your accommodation today as well.

Notes

Don’t miss:
The Pantanal is the only place in the world where shy jaguars are most likely to be seen during the dry season (June to November). A full day tour takes you along the "Transpantaneira" deeper into the Pantanal to Porto Jofre. On simple boats you will be on the track of the impressive wildcats for about 5 hours on the branched river system of the region. The price depends on the number of participants and is from 2 persons approx. 299 US-$ per person, from 5 persons approx. 218 US-$ per person (valid 2023). Payment will be made on site. If payment is made by credit card, a fee of 5% of the price will be charged. This tour is only offered during the dry season from June to November and may take place with other guests. Please pre-book this excursion with Chameleon before departure.
Day 7 Day 7: Flight To Brasília
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Flight To Brasília

In the morning, after breakfast, you will have some time to listen to the birds chirping and enjoy the lush greenery before you have to say goodbye to the Pantanal around noon. You will rush on the "Transpantaneira" back to Poconé and from there to Cuiabá. In the evening you will arrive in the capital of this huge country.

Meals
Breakfast is included today.

Accommodation
Brasília Palace Hotel
The Brasília Palace Hotel is located in the heart of Brazil’s capital, within walking distance of the presidential residence, the Palácio da Alvorada, right on Lake Paranoá. Like the presidential palace, your accommodations were designed by Brazilian star architect Oscar Niemeyer in an incomparable modernist style. Let yourself be surprised by the many stylistic features of the house, such as the egg-shaped swimming pool! The rooms are functional, yet bright and modern. Here you will find a peaceful sleep. In the in-house restaurant you can end the evening with a view of the lake.

Notes
The driving distance is about 165 kilometers. The driving time is about 3 ½ hours.
The boat that will take you from Manaus to the rainforest lodge tomorrow has a limited capacity. Therefore, we ask you to bring no more than 5 to 10 kilograms of luggage per person. You can lock up your main luggage in Manaus. Please pack a small, light bag or backpack for the three days in the Amazon. Remember to bring rain protection because Tariri Lodge excursions use open canoes. Depending on the time of year, the Amazon may experience surprise rain showers.
Day 8 Day 8: Manaus And Drive To The Amazon Region
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Manaus And Drive To The Amazon Region

In the morning your plane leaves for the tropical northwest of the country. Manaus - the city in the middle of the rainforest is the starting point for your adventure. You explore the market of Manaus and start your jungle adventure. The Amazon region is more than four times the size of Germany and home to a million species of animals and plants. With a little luck you will be accompanied by curious river dolphins on your boat ride to your accommodation. In the early afternoon you will reach your accommodation in the Amazon. Welcome to nowhere, far away from skyscrapers, noise and crowded streets. What you will hear and see here in the coming days is pure nature. After dinner you will go on a night boat trip to observe caimans. The moon and the stars will light your way.

Meals
The included meals consist of a breakfast box, lunch and dinner.

Accommodation
Tariri Amazon Lodge
At Tariri Amazon Lodge you will reside in the middle of the Amazon jungle on Lake Acajatuba, near the Rio Negro river. To accommodate the varying water levels, the ten rustic chalets are built on stilts. When you are gently awakened in the morning by the sounds of the rainforest, the jungle is right in front of you. The architecture of the Eco-Lodge is based on the construction of the huts that the locals have been building here for centuries. Enjoy the magnificent view of the wild nature while swinging in your hammock. For lunch and dinner you can look forward to local delicacies in the restaurant and have a great view of the lake. Afterwards, the jungle bar awaits you with refreshing drinks. Your hostess Fabiola and host Germano are looking forward to letting you in on the secrets of the jungle.

Notes
The driving distance is about 100 kilometers. The driving time is about 2 ½ hours. By boat you will be on the road for about 2 hours.
Unfortunately, the flight times to Manaus change very often. We adjust the program as best as possible to the current flight times.
Depending on the water level, you may have to walk a few meters from the pier to the entrance of the accommodation.
The Tariri Amazon Lodge is simple but very authentic, so your stay here will be a very special experience. The local staff will go to great lengths to make your stay enjoyable. Since the lodge is located in the middle of the jungle, it may happen that there is no hot water in the rooms at times. However, the water is always lukewarm, as the average temperature in the Amazon is 28°C and the sun heats the water pipes. The lodge usually has electricity 24 hours a day (110 volts).
Day 9 Day 9: Amazon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Amazon

How was your first night in the jungle? This morning you will explore your new surroundings together - by boat, of course. You should always keep your eyes and ears open in search of monkeys, iguanas, sloths and birds. But don’t be disappointed if you don’t see all the animals, because they hide all too well in the jungle. Your local guide has a very well trained eye and will be sure to spot some forest dwellers for you. In the afternoon you will practice piranha fishing together with your local guide. Afterwards the fresh catch will be prepared in your accommodation, where you can talk about your experiences and impressions in the evening. Who had the biggest fish on the hook?

Meals
The included meals are breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Accommodation
Tariri Amazon Lodge [Followed by overnight]
Tariri Amazon Lodge is your accommodation again today.

Notes
The program in the Amazon depends on the weather conditions and the water level. There may be changes at short notice:
If you want to have more jungle feeling, this is for you:
Stay overnight (accompanied by a local guide) in a hammock in the jungle. This is a unique experience. Your roof for tonight is only the treetops. Listen to the numerous sounds in the jungle and experience the wilderness up close! You will hike into the jungle before dinner. Here a simple but delicious meal will be prepared for you. Afterwards you can make yourself comfortable in your hammock. After spending the night in the jungle, you will return to your accommodation in the morning for breakfast. The price is about 58 US-$ per person. The overnight stay can be booked for 2 persons or more. Please inform your tour guide at least 3 days in advance if you want to book this activity.
Day 10 Day 10: Amazon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Amazon

Today you are on foot. A fantastic world presents itself to you in the rainforest. In addition to your guide, you will be accompanied by an indigenous forest guide who will be happy to share his knowledge of survival techniques in the rainforest. After lunch you will visit an indigenous Cabaclo family. The family will welcome you in their simple hut and on their property. You will learn about the cupuaçu and cashew nut trees, among others, and you will hike across the densely overgrown property to the family’s own pineapple plantation. In addition, you will learn more about manioc and what Brazilians make from this root. Shortly before sunset you will arrive back at your accommodation. Make yourself comfortable and listen to the chirping, rustling and whistling of the rainforest.

Meals
Meals included are breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Accommodation
Tariri Amazon Lodge [Consequence Overnight]
Tariri Amazon Lodge is your accommodation today as well.
Day 11 Day 11: From The Rainforest To Copacabana
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: From The Rainforest To Copacabana

You wake up one last time with the nature of the rainforest. Then you say goodbye to the jungle and drive back to Manaus. Civilization has you back. We marvel at the impressive Teatro Amazonas, the opera house of the rainforest metropolis. The house in the heart of the old town was built at the end of the 19th century and is one of the highlights of Manaus. In the early afternoon you take off for Rio. The cidade maravilhosa, the wonderful city, is waiting for you to discover it. Rio - this name is like music to the ear and conjures up images of Sugar Loaf Mountain, the statue of Christ and Copacabana. Of course, you will see all this in the coming days.

Catering
Breakfast and lunch in the form of a lunch box is included in the price.

Accommodation
Hotel Copa Sul
Hotel Copa Sul is located just two blocks from the famous Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro and within walking distance from Ipanema beach - the perfect place for your stay in Rio. There are many good restaurants and bars nearby, so you can dive right into the lively life of the metropolis. In your bright, air-conditioned room you can relax in peace after an eventful day. The hotel’s restaurant will spoil you with a delicious breakfast buffet and Brazilian specialties.

Notes
The driving distance is about 130 kilometers. The driving time is about 3 hours. By boat you will be on the way for about 30 minutes.
Day 12 Day 12: The Rhythms Of Rio De Janeiro
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: The Rhythms Of Rio De Janeiro

This morning we will go to Corcovado, on top of which the famous statue Cristo Redentor is enthroned and watches over the city. What a sight! The drive up the mountain is also an experience, as it passes through Tijuca National Park, the world’s largest national park within a major city. Now that you’ve seen the city from above, you’ll feel its rhythm. Samba - the intoxicating fusion of fast steps and Brazilian lifestyle. And what feelings it releases! You’ll feel it today on your own feet, at a samba course under professional guidance. Who is the best dancer?

Catering
Breakfast is included today.

Accommodation
Hotel Copa Sul [Followed by overnight]
Hotel Copa Sul is your accommodation today as well.

Notes
The driving distance is about 65 kilometers. Travel time is about 2 ½ hours (depending on traffic), including about 1 hour by public transport.
Day 13 Day 13: Sugar Loaf Mountain And Santa Teresa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Sugar Loaf Mountain And Santa Teresa

Take the cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, where the coast and city are literally at your feet. From the steep granite cliff on the Urca Peninsula, you’ll have a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean and Rio’s hills and bays, as well as the Flamengo and Botafogo neighborhoods. Afterwards, you will continue to Rio’s artists’ quarter Santa Teresa, where you will have lunch in one of the countless restaurants, which are very popular among the Cariocas and serve authentic Brazilian dishes in a rustic ambience. Freshly strengthened, you go on an exploration tour through Santa Teresa. The colorful neighborhood overlooking Guanabara Bay is undoubtedly the most picturesque part of the city. You’ll visit places as diverse as the countless colorful tiles that adorn the famous staircase leading up to Jorge Selarón’s studio. You’ll cover part of the tour aboard the neighborhood’s historic streetcar. In the evening, we will review the exciting experiences of the past weeks together over a traditional meal.

Catering
Breakfast, lunch and farewell dinner are included today.

Accommodation
Hotel Copa Sul [Followed by overnight stay]
Hotel Copa Sul is your accommodation today as well.

Notes
The driving distance is about 30 kilometers. The driving time is about 90 minutes (depending on traffic).
The altitude of the Sugarloaf is about 396 meters above sea level.
Day 14 Day 14: Free Time In Rio And Goodbye!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Free Time In Rio And Goodbye!

Sleep in and start the day comfortably. After all, you still have a bit of vacation, even if it goes back home today. Take another plunge into the warm waters of Ipanema Beach and enjoy the beach life like the Cariocas or buy a few last souvenirs. Thanks to your tour guide, you know the Brazilian customs very well by now. In the afternoon your guide will take you to the airport and say goodbye to you. You fly back home. Snuggle into your seat and think back to all the magical moments of your trip.

Meals
Breakfast is included in the price.

Notes
The driving distance is approximately 30 kilometers. The driving time is about 40 minutes.
Your room at the Hotel Copa Sul will be available until 5 pm today.
When checking in at the airport in Rio, please indicate that your luggage should be checked through to Frankfurt. This way you do not have to check in your luggage again in São Paulo.
Day 15 Day 15: Welcome Home!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Welcome Home!

Welcome back! With a suitcase full of beautiful memories you travel on home.

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Itinerary of your trip Pantanal - 15 Days Adventure Tour

Day 1: Holidays At Last!

Day 2: Welcome To Iguaçu! The Waterfalls From The Brazilian Side

Day 3: Iguaçu Falls From The Argentine Side

Day 4: Off To The Pantanal!

Day 5: Pantanal

Day 6: Pantanal

Day 7: Flight To Brasília

Day 8: Manaus And Drive To The Amazon Region

Day 9: Amazon

Day 10: Amazon

Day 11: From The Rainforest To Copacabana

Day 12: The Rhythms Of Rio De Janeiro

Day 13: Sugar Loaf Mountain And Santa Teresa

Day 14: Free Time In Rio And Goodbye!

Day 15: Welcome Home!

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