This is the ultimate Pantanal wildlife adventure tour intended for adventurous and intrepid travelers. It is completely off the beaten path, with only a very remote chance of encountering other tourists. This is an excellent opportunity for people, especially nature lovers, who would like to go deep into the Pantanal and spend more time exploring it, away from the crowds. Enjoy spectacular bird and wildlife viewing, land & river exploration. Track jaguars, anteaters, tapirs and other animals in some of the most remote and unspoiled regions of the northern Pantanal. Other activities include horseback rides, game drives, walks in the wilderness, spotlighting trips, boat tours, and more. During this tour you will explore The Pantanal of Caceres; this region is one of the world's richest natural reserves and a migratory stopover for ibis, ducks, storks, herons, egrets and many other species. There are over 400 species of birds scientifically identified. The area has a diverse variety of ecosystems including savanna lowlands and grasslands, seasonal wetlands, some beautiful lakes, remote rivers full of wildlife, and rich forest areas. On this trip, you will have the unrivaled experience of viewing truly undisturbed wildlife at very close range. You should easily observe hundreds of species of birds, several species of monkeys, caiman, capybara, lizards, tapirs, marsh deer, river otters, giant anteaters, deer, peccaries, and, with good luck, a jaguar. In addition, you can live the day-to-day life of an authentic Pantanal cowboy, savor typical local dishes and sleep in a traditional house which offers all the basic necessities.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
· Spectacular wildlife viewing & superb birds
· Wildlife Cruise at Jauru river
· Watch and photograph the Vitória lilies, giant aquatic plants
· Giant river otters photography at Paraguay river

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY
DAY 1: CUIABA – PANTANAL (Fazenda Acuri)
Reception at Cuiaba airport and transfer to the Pantanal. Travel by car 260 km to the Fazenda Acuri. Afternoon excursion on foot in search of howler monkeys, capybaras, deer, coatis, rheas, toucans, macaws, hawks, snakes, monkeys and other wildlife. After dinner go out for a night excursion by motorboat to look for nocturnal creatures. Overnight at Fazenda Acuri.

DAY 2: PANTANAL EXPLORATIONS AT FAZENDA ACURI
Early morning nature walk to look for birds, monkeys, and other animals. After breakfast take a horseback safari to explore deeper into the Pantanal in search of capybaras, macaws, toucans, armadillos, rheas, monkeys and other wildlife. Lunch and siesta time. Later in the afternoon take a boat trip along the Jauru River. This region has a large concentration of rare birds and mammals such as capybaras, capuchin monkeys, tapirs, howler monkeys, giant river otters, and many storks, ibis, herons, hawks, toucans, hyacinth macaws and others. Time for piranha fishing. After dinner we take a night safari by car with spot lights to look for night animals and birds. Overnight at Fazenda Acuri.

DAY 3: WILDLIFE & WILDERNESS EXPLORATIONS / OFF THE BEATEN PATH
After an early breakfast, pack up and drive an additional 70 km deeper into the Pantanal, stopping for photos when necessary. Arrive at the campsite in time for lunch. This site is located on the grounds of a ranch owned by a local pantaneiro family. Time to rest, or just enjoy the scenery; there are a lot of birds and other wildlife that come around the site, including the rare hyacinth macaw. Later in the afternoon go for a walk in the forests in search of monkeys, rodents, and birds. Also spend time in an observatory hide awaiting tapirs that come to swim at a hidden lake. After dinner go for a night safari by car in search of nocturnal wildlife; look for foxes, crab-eating raccoons, owls, pumas, ocelots, and other night wildlife. Overnight at Fazenda Campsite.

DAY 4: PANTANAL WILDLIFE VIEWING TOURS / OFF THE BEATEN PATH
Full day dedicated to observing the Pantanal's flora and fauna on the grounds of the Fazenda. Early morning walk in the forest, looking for birds and other wildlife. After breakfast your guide will lead you on a horseback ride to continue exploring the forest and grasslands to spot animals and birds, including rheas, marsh deer, armadillos, storks, coatis, capybaras, hyacinth macaws, howler monkeys, and dozens of other animals and birds. Return to the campsite for lunch. Time to rest, or just enjoy the scenery; there are a lot of birds that come around the campsite. In the afternoon take a safari by open truck along remote trails; this is a particularly good area for tapirs, maned wolf, giant anteaters, armadillos, howler monkeys, hyacinth macaws, toucans, capybaras, lizards, anacondas, deer and other elusive wildlife. After dinner go for a night safari by car in search of nocturnal wildlife; look for foxes, crab-eating raccoons, owls, pumas, ocelots, and other night wildlife. Overnight at Fazenda Campsite.

DAY 5: WILDLIFE & WILDERNESS EXPLORATIONS / OFF THE BEATEN PATH
Today head off the beaten path, deeper into the Pantanal where few others go. In fact, you will be unlikely to encounter anyone but pantanerios working on isolated farms. Travel by open truck, exploring remoter areas to see more elusive wildlife; along the way pass several ecosystems, keeping your eyes peeled for endangered marsh deer, South American coati, anaconda, giant anteater, toco toucans, tapirs, armadillos, hyacinth macaws, maned wolf, and a host of other animals and birds. By lunch time arrive at a remote fazenda, where you will have the opportunity to savor typical local dishes and sleep in a traditional Pantaneiro family house. In the afternoon go for a canoe trip on a small river, looking for giant river otters and fishing for piranhas. This is also a time for nature observation and birding opportunities. After dinner go for a night safari by car in search for nocturnal wildlife; look for foxes, crab-eating raccoons, owls, pumas, ocelots, and other night wildlife. Overnight at Fazenda Pantaneiro

DAY 6: PANTANAL WILDLIFE VIEWING TOURS / OFF THE BEATEN PATH
Full day dedicated to observing the Pantanal's flora and fauna. Early morning walk in the forest, looking for birds and other wildlife. After breakfast your guide will lead you on a horseback ride to continue exploring the forest and grasslands to spot animals and birds, including rheas, marsh deer, armadillos, storks, coatis, capybaras, hyacinth macaws, howler monkeys, and dozens of other animals and birds. Return to campsite for lunch. Afternoon safari by open truck, exploring remoter areas to see more elusive wildlife; along the way pass several ecosystems, keeping your eyes peeled for endangered marsh deer, South American coati, anaconda, giant anteater, toco toucans, tapirs, armadillos, hyacinth macaws, maned wolf, and a host of other animals and birds. Return to the Fazenda late in the evening for dinner and overnight. Overnight at Fazenda Pantaneiro.

DAY 7: WILDLIFE & WILDERNESS EXPLORATIONS / OFF THE BEATEN PATH
Early morning start with a nature walk in search of wildlife. This is a particularly good area for tapirs, maned wolf, giant anteaters, armadillos, howler monkeys, hyacinth macaws, toucans, capybaras, lizards, anacondas, deer, and other elusive wildlife. After lunch pack up and drive 50 k into the port on the Paraguay River, embark in a motorboat and travel down the Paraguay River to the Jaguar Campsite. Along the way we will also see other wildlife, including giant river otters, caimans, capybaras, and many bird species. Dinner and overnight at Jaguar Campsite.

DAY 8: Jaguar Photo Safari by Boat at TAIAMA ECOLOGICAL RESERVE
Full-day boat tour to explore the Taiama Ecological Reserve. The reserve is located along the Paraguay River, 30 km below the Jaguar Campsite; the area has the highest density of jaguar population in the entire Brazilian Pantanal, we have great chances of spotting jaguars, especially from mid-June to mid-November. Early start, breakfast, embark in a motorized boat and travel downriver along the Paraguay to the Estaçao Ecológica do Taiama; along the way you will also see other wildlife, including giant river otters, caimans, capybaras, and many bird species. Explore small channels and lakes, where quite often jaguars can be found on the river banks; recent guest have seen several of these huge predators, many of them at very close range for extended periods. Later in the afternoon we return to Jaguar Campsite for dinner and overnight.

DAY 9: Jaguar Photo Safari by Boat at TAIAMA ECOLOGICAL RESERVE
Full-day boat tour to explore the Taiama Ecological Reserve. The reserve is located along the Paraguay River, 30 km below the Jaguar Campsite; the area has the highest density of jaguar population in the entire Brazilian Pantanal, we have great chances of spotting jaguars, especially from mid-June to mid-November. Early start, breakfast, embark in a motorized boat and travel downriver along the Paraguay to the Estaçao Ecológica do Taiama; along the way you will also see other wildlife, including giant river otters, caimans, capybaras, and many bird species. Explore small channels and lakes, where quite often jaguars can be found on the river banks; recent guest have seen several of these huge predators, many of them at very close range for extended periods. Later in the afternoon we return to Jaguar Campsite for dinner and overnight.

DAY 10: PANTANAL TO CUIABA
After an early breakfast go for a walking safari for your last exploration of this incredible area teeming with wildlife. Look for anteaters, armadillos, tapirs, peccaries, coati, lizards, snakes, monkeys, toucans, falcons, storks, macaws, parrots and other wild animals. After lunch travel back to Cuiabá in time for your flight. End of our services.

Please note: This itinerary should be used as a guide only and may vary from day to day depending on road conditions, weather, group decisions & desires, and circumstances beyond our control.

ACCOMMODATIONS:
FAZENDA ACURI
The Fazenda Acuri is located on the banks of the Jauru River, a small tributary of the Paraguay River, approximately 260 km from Cuiabá. The fazenda facilities include a bar, restaurant, a lovely open-air dining area, electric power line, and telephone There are 3 spacious double bedrooms with ceiling fans and air-conditioning. There are also 3 common showers.

FAZENDA CAMPSITE
This campsite is on a cattle ranch with basic facilities, communal showers and toilets. Sleep in tents or hammocks. There is electricity to charge batteries as well as mobile phone service for constant communication with the office and for any emergency.

FAZENDA PANTANEIRA / FAMILY HOUSE
This is a small ranch with rustic accommodations in simple, basic rooms, a shared bathroom, and showers. You can also choose to sleep in tents or hammocks. There is electricity only during the night. There is a radio for constant communication with the office and for any emergency.

JAGUAR CAMP
This simple and rustic Camp is located facing the river, with great views of the spectacular Paraguay River in front of the camp; the main house has a small dining area, 2 guest rooms, and a kitchen. The entire house is screened providing fresh air and protection from mosquitoes. There are two common bathrooms in a separate hut next to the main house. The dining and bar area is under the shady canopy of majestic trees and most meals are served in the open air. There is electricity only during the night. There is a Radio for permanent communication with the office and for any emergency.


Environmentally Sustainable Tourism
We are proud to offer tours that get you “up close” to wildlife while at the same time minimizing our impact on the local flora and fauna. As nature lovers ourselves, we make every effort to follow a responsible code of ecotourism that does not adversely affect the ecosystems we visit. Furthermore, as a local, family-owned tour operator, we are proud that all of our tours benefit the area economy and promote local culture. We stay in local hotels and lodges, frequent local bars and restaurants, and employ local drivers, boat pilots, and nature guides – selected for their expertise about the regional environment and history as well as their language and people skills. On our tours clients have the chance to interact with locals and experience first-hand how they live. Many clients also have the opportunity to participate, if they so choose, in local cultural events – dances, shows, festivals, etc. – and support regional artisans by purchasing locally made crafts and souvenirs.

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