Pantanal & Bonito Extension | Caiman Eco Lodge

• 6 days

DAY 1: Arrival transfer in Pantanal

On arrival into Campo Grande airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in the Pantanal area.

DAY 1: Arrival from Bonito to Caiman Ecolodge

DAY 2: Pantanal day tour

DAY 3: Pantanal day tour

DAY 4: Departure from Refugio to Bonito

DAY 4: Rio Sucuri Snorkelling Half Day Tour

RIO SUCURI SNORKELLING HALF DAY TOUR
This tour begins with a short walk through the Riparian Forest of the Sucuri (Snake) River, a flat trail that offers the opportunity to spot and observe several animals of the region.
From the trail you will enter the water near the source of the river, once inside the pure waters you will be astounded by the clarity of these pure waters. The river will take you on a slow peaceful journey around 2km in distance. Along the way you enjoy watching the underwater flora and numerous fish in one of the cleanest waterways in the world.

DAY 5: Rio Da Prata Snorkeling & Buraco das Araras Tour

After the journey from town out to this private natural reserve guests take a very pleasant hike along the Riparian Forest surrounding the Olho D'água (Water Eye) river.
After this short walk the true adventure begins, put on your snorkels and googles and enter the river. The river takes you calmly and quietly to an incredible journey where one can enter the underwater world, inhabited by dozens of fish and aquatic plants species. Then snorkel your way down the crystal clear waters of the river.

Buraco das Araras (Macaw pit) is one of the largest sinkholes in the world. This massive hole in the earth has become a safe and secure home for thousands of birds. On site there are just under a kilometre of paths that pass by two primary viewpoints for fantastic bird watching. So far there are 157 species registered in the park, so you are guaranteed a bird spotting smorgasbord.

DAY 6: Transfer to the airport for onward destination

Today you will be collected from your hotel in Bonito and transferred to Campo Grande Airport for your departure flight.

• Experience two of South America's most vibrant cities and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World in the 9-day Signature Buenos Aires to Rio. This itinerary is a well-paced overview of three must-see locations. You will have the chance to immerse yourself in the history and culture, experience a traditional Asado dinner and watch a Tango show in Buenos Aires, visit Christ the Redeemer and head up Sugarloaf for panoramic views of Rio, and explore both the Argentinian and Brazilian sides at Iguazu Falls. 

• A trip to Brazil would not be complete without visiting the Amazon. Manaus is the starting point for one of the most popular Amazon jungle locations in South America, and this wonderful Brazilian Amazon Extension package gives you the perfect opportunity to enjoy the unsurpassed bio-diversity: spot freshwater dolphins and alligators in the river; watch several species of monkey at play; and try to catch the infamous piranha.

• For something different and unique, consider heading north for the Bahia In Depth Extension. This region is considered one of the most diverse and culturally rich regions of Brazil and deserves the trip. Explore the glorious Chapada Diamantina National Park with it's variety of canyons, waterfalls, caves, rivers, natural pools, and more. You will also get a great mix of big city vibes in Salvador, and relaxed beach destinations like Troncoso and the island of Morro de Sao Paulo (so relaxed even cars aren't allowed).

Being environmentally accountable is a crucial part of our organisation. Chimu is currently striving towards using less paper, taking several initiatives to do so and tracking our progress along the way. Our goal: A paperless organisation. For this reason, all information given to you will be sent electronically. We encourage those who choose to travel with us to support our aspirations and actions and ask that you reconsider printing out documentation. To view these documents, you can download them to your iPad or portable computer before and during your trip.

Chimu is passionate and dedicated to sustainability measures and understands the crucial part sustainability plays within the tourism industry.

We use local guides and office staff to both maximise local employment opportunities and minimise carbon footprint. Local guides also ensure you benefit from the intimate knowledge, passion and culture of the country you’re visiting. Our guides are all highly qualified (most with university degrees) or equip with many years of experience and are paid above the standard wage. Whether it be our knowledgeable local guides, locally produced meals or the transport on tour, we do not use imported goods when local products are available. We aim to minimise our impact on the environment and give as much back as possible to the communities we work in.

While visiting the many national parks, heritage sites, museums and landmarks our travellers are encouraged to explore remain culturally aware and sensitive. We further encourage you to buy appropriate souvenirs and discourage the buying of anything wrongfully made or taken from the environment i.e. shells and endangered species products. Information on how you can be environmentally conscious, and travel responsibly will be made available in our Travellers Guides and provided during your travels by guides and staff.

For more information on our sustainability policies, including how we are striving towards being a paperless organisation, click HERE