Welcome to Pantanal Ecoexplorer
Wildlife Photography Tours

The majority of visitors to Brazil will have heard of the Amazon but will not have heard of the Pantanal. This is a shame as it is one of the wonders of Brazil, if not South America, and deserves to be at the top end of destinations to visit in Brazil. The Pantanal is the world's largest wetland area, it is not a swamp. The Pantanal is the opposite of the Amazon; it has wide open spaces that make spotting wildlife much easier. If you are slightly disappointed by the lack of animals to be seen in the Amazon, the Pantanal is the place for you!

The Pantanal is a refuge to many mammal species threatened elsewhere in South America such as: Jaguar, Puma, Ocelot, Mane Wolf, Coati, Capuchin und Howler monkies, Giant Otter, Giant Anteater, Giant Armadillo, Marsh Deer, Peccary, Tapir and the most characteristic animal of the Pantanal; the Capybara, weighting up to 70kg it is the world biggest rodent. The Paraguayan caiman can be observed at all times at the river banks and there is still the world’s largest snake, the Anaconda, to be seen here.

The sheer abundance of wildlife, the exuberance of colours and the unique features of the diverse species of animals and birds found within the region make the Pantanal a haven for wildlife photography.

Pantanal Ecoexplorer specializes in operating customised Photograpy tours within the Brazilian Pantanal.On our specialised photography tours we will take you to the best spots at the right time to get the photographs you want. Pantanal tours will create the itinerary to meet your requirements using our local knowledge and experience enabling you to get close to and observe without disturbing the regions more elusive inhabitants. We’ll have excellent chances to photograph jaguars, giant river otters, capybaras, monkeys, huge caimans, and a wide variety of tropical birds such as parakeets, macaws, storks and waterbirds.

Pantanal Ecoexplorer is a small company that does not conduct trips around set dates with large groups of people. Rather, we arrange tours that cater to exactly what our clients want to see or do - with a much more personal touch. All of our trips are designed for small groups (2 to 8 participants), allowing everyone an excellent opportunity to get the best shot, and to have excellent support from guides.

Our tours range from one-day trips to extended tours - you tell us what you wish to see and we will customize an itinerary to suit. We are very flexible and really want you to get the most out of your photography adventure in the Pantanal. Just tell us exactly what you have in mind and we will be happy to arrange something for your photography needs.

These Pantanal photography tours can be as demanding or relaxed as you like with any combination of camping, local family houses and lodges available, just let us know what you want and we will provide you with the ideal itinerary for your photographic tour of the Pantanal.

If you are unsure of what you are after, or if you would prefer us to do the thinking, that's fine - we can present you with a range of options for you to consider, please contact us.

INFORMATION ABOUT OUR TOURS

The guide...
The quality of your wildlife experience has everything to do with the quality of the guide who leads your trip. With Pantanal Ecoexplorer, you will get an experienced, knowledgeable, English-speaking guide who knows what makes a trip special, and communicates with professionalism and enthusiasm.

The vehicles...
All of our tours are run within a modern, comfortable 4wd vehicle. Our vehicles can comfortably seat 4 passengers, though if necessary, can seat up to 6. We provide complimentary cold mineral water, coffee/tea and snacks on all drives, and make regular comfort stops so you can stretch your legs or do whatever else people do during a comfort stop. The vehicle has a 12V connection for charging camera batteries or other equipment.

The accommodation...
The lodges and Fazendas we partner with have been specifically chosen for their excellent location, great wildlife viewing, comfort facilities and quality of meals and service. Whatever your budget and preferences, we will have a suitable option for you. Shared facilities are only used where there is no alternative, and such exceptions are clearly noted.

Custom tours made easy

While many companies offer custom tours, few are able to efficiently arrange a trip around your personal interest. The trip reports on our website attest to this; just take a look at some of the brilliant private tours we have put together, and then think about what you would like to do in 2010.

Testimonials from a few friends

Dear Carlos,
I am writing to tell you how happy we were with the Pantanal tour you organized and led. Every day on this tour was a unique, unforgettable, and exciting experience for all of us. You opened our eyes on the spectacular beauty of this remote region and helped us learn about its history, people and nature. Seeing and photographing a jaguar on the first day, up-close and personal, was an extra special treat. I have done many tours in different parts of the world and worked with many guides. You made this trip very special and memorable. Thank you very much for the attention to every detail
and every need and for your humor, charm and professionalism.

Best,
Ilya Raskin
Professor
Rutgers University
Biotech Center
Foran Hall, SEBS
59 Dudley Rd.
New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
raskin@aesop.rutgers.edu
office: 732-932-8734 x 227
mobile: 732-794-5600
fax: 732-932-6535
http://www.rci.rutgers.edu/~raskin/index.html
www.GIBEX.org
www.bioexploration.org
www.phytomedics.com

My husband and I and our 3 adult children booked the 4-day 3-night Pantanal Ecoexpolrer tour with Carlos as our guide and had a wonderful, unforgettable vacation.  Our trip was made so easy for us because Carlos picked us up at the Cuiaba airport, delivered us to the bus station where we took off for a few days of traveling on our own near Chapada and then he picked us back up at the bus station to begin our journey into the Pantanal.  Just as planned we took early morning walks, after dark van trips with spotlight, horseback rides across the grassy plains, hikes in the jungle and a river tour.  Carlos was a wonderful guide:  He speaks excellent English, he knows the Pantanal and all of its birds and animals, he was very flexible in catering to our wishes, and he is fun and funny.  We saw so much wildlife, including hyacinth macaws, jabiru storks, monkeys, caiman, capybara, tapir, a puma(!), etc., etc.  We stayed at 2 different pousadas that were very comfortable, the food was great and the people very friendly.  All five of us had an absolutely wonderful time together and with Carlos and our driver, Jose.  We got to see and do so much yet it was very relaxing:  a perfect combination for a incredibly memorable vacation!!!  I recommend this to anyone who loves nature.  Thanks again, Carlos!

Jeanne Neevel and Marvin Wiener
Shorewood, Wisconsin, USA

Our focus is to provide you with the most rewarding photgraphy experience possible - whether you wish to photograph numerous species at a faster pace or fewer species at a gentler pace, we are here to arrange a tour that suits you. We aim to meet the travel and vacation needs of nature photgraphers and those vacationing with them. Email Us for further information

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