About this trip
The Pantanal is a wetland the size of a small country, and it's where you actually see Brazil's wildlife rather than just hearing about it in the rainforest canopy. This trip takes you into the northern Pantanal for a proper wildlife safari, with jaguars as the headline act.
Expect open landscapes, waterholes thick with birds, and long days spent looking and waiting rather than ticking off sights. An optional extension in Porto Jofre pushes you deeper into prime jaguar territory for those who want more time on the water.
What you'll do
- Track wildlife through the northern Pantanal wetlands
- Spot jaguars in one of their most reliable habitats
- Watch for birdlife among the region's 650 recorded species
- Look out for caiman, capybara and other Pantanal residents
- Optional extension to Porto Jofre for extended jaguar viewing
- Wildlife sightings depend on season — the dry months (June-October) bring animals out to open waterholes, while the wet season (November-March) floods much of the region and limits access to boat or plane
- Moderate pace with private rooms, suited to families and small groups
- Porto Jofre extension is optional, for those wanting more dedicated jaguar time
Worth it if you're after genuine jaguar spotting in wild habitat with excellent guides and food. Think twice if you need creature comforts like in-room fridges or smooth transport over rough terrain.
- Guides spot and identify animals, birds, and flora remarkably quickly with real expertise.
- Wildlife observation is genuinely spontaneous with no baiting; animals remain free and undisturbed.
- Vehicle transport doesn't handle terrain demands well; trip adjustments sometimes made without advance notice.
- Pre-tour Cuiaba hotel is average and located in a rough area of town.
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Cuiaba · 20 Jul – 21 Jul
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