Pantanal & Bonito Extension | Pousada Aguape

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

Upon your arrival at Campo Grande airport, you will be assisted with a private transfer to Pousada Aguapé in the Pantanal of Aquidauana. This journey covers nearly 200 km and typically takes 3 to 4 hours, depending on the condition of the dirt roads.

If you arrive early enough, you may have the opportunity for an afternoon excursion, such as piranha fishing on the nearby lake or the Aquidauana River, which is just a few meters from the Pousada. The schedule for the subsequent days will be planned at the ranch with your local guide, taking into account group interests, weather conditions, and the season.

*Throughout your stay at the lodge, all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) are included. If you arrive at the lodge on time, dinner will be provided on the first day. If you arrive earlier lunch is available at an additional cost.

*Please note that the activities listed below may vary based on weather and other conditions.

During your stay, you'll enjoy two daily activities, the first starting in the morning after breakfast, before the midday heat, and the second following lunch in the afternoon or early evening. Daily activities are scheduled based on group interests, seasonality, and current weather conditions. Here's what you can expect today:

This morning, after breakfast, you'll embark on a horse riding adventure, experiencing the region's cattle farming practices. Riding through the open fields, marshes, capões, ridges, streams, and bays of the Pantanal, you'll encounter a rich variety of lush flora and fauna, characteristic of this well-preserved area. The horses are calm, making the tour suitable for riders of all levels. With your experienced local guide, you can choose from several routes of varying lengths, suitable for both flood and dry seasons.

The hottest part of the day is yours to relax. After lunch, you'll head out for an open Jeep photo safari, covering diverse landscapes such as cerrado, open grasslands, vazantes, and brejos, perfect for observing Pantanal wildlife. During the trip, there will be stops for on-foot exploration. Upon returning to the ranch in the evening, you'll embark on a nocturnal tour using a powerful flashlight to observe night animals like anteaters, foxes, capybaras, and caimans. You'll also experience the nighttime sounds of frogs and insects, and marvel at the beautiful Pantanal sky.

Start your day with breakfast before embarking on your daily activity. Explore the Aquidauana River and the surrounding forest aboard a boat, the optimal way to admire the natural habitat of birds, mammals, and reptiles that often sunbathe along the riverbanks. This tranquil tour, lasting 2 to 3 hours, provides life jackets for your safety. Your local guide will expertly navigate the boat, occasionally switching off the engine to allow you to drift downstream with the river current, immersing yourself in the serene sounds of nature.

As the day warms up, take the opportunity to rest during the midday. After lunch, embark on a trekking adventure through dense bush, open fields, and forest. This hike offers a closer look at the region's flora and fauna, providing insights into their vital roles in the Pantanal ecosystem. With various route options ranging from an hour and a half to four hours, you can tailor the trek to your preferences in consultation with your knowledgeable local guide.

After your morning activity, you will leave Aguape Lodge via private transfer and be taken to your hotel in Bonito.

*Lunch at the lodge before departure is included if your flight schedule allows.

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.

Note: This is a half-day tour shared with a small group. It includes transfers, English-speaking guide and snorkeling equipment.

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.

Note: This is a full-day tour shared with a small group. It includes transfers, English-speaking guide, snorkeling equipment and lunch.

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