Spot Jaguar Pantanal South – Brazil Wildlife & Nature Tour – 12 Days
Destinations: Foz do Iguaçu • Bonito • Pantanal
Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
Focus: Nature, Wildlife, Waterfalls and Jaguar Safari
Day 1 – Arrival in Foz do Iguaçu
- Morning
- Arrival at Foz do Iguaçu International Airport and transfer to the hotel.
- Check-in and free time to rest.
- Overnight in Foz do Iguaçu.
Day 2 – Brazilian Side of Iguaçu Falls
- Morning
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit to the Brazilian side of Iguaçu Falls with panoramic viewpoints.
- Overnight in Foz do Iguaçu.
Day 3 – Argentine Side of Iguaçu Falls
- Morning
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Full-day excursion to the Argentine side, including Devil’s Throat (Garganta del Diablo) and walking trails.
- Overnight in Foz do Iguaçu.
Day 4 – Travel to Bonito
- Morning
- Transfer to the airport and flight to Campo Grande.
- Arrival and transfer to Bonito (≈4 hours by road).
- Check-in at the hotel.
- Overnight in Bonito.
Day 5 – Rio da Prata & Buraco das Araras
- Morning
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- snorkeling at Rio da Prata.
- Afternoon
- visit to Buraco das Araras.
- Overnight in Bonito.
Day 6 – Gruta do Lago Azul & Estância Mimosa
- Morning
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit Gruta do Lago Azul.
- Afternoon
- visit to Estância Mimosa with hiking and waterfalls.
- Overnight in Bonito.
Day 7 – Transfer to the Pantanal
- Morning
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Departure by road to Pantanal.
- Arrival at the lodge, check-in.
- Afternoon
- jeep safari: capybaras, caimans, monkeys, birds.
- Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 8 – Pantanal Nature Activities
- Morning
- guided nature walk around the lodge.
- Afternoon
- horseback riding safari (optional: can be replaced by wildlife observation).
- Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 9 – Full Day Jaguar Safari
- Morning
- Early breakfast.
- Full-day boat safari for jaguar observation on rivers and riverbanks.
- Return to lodge in late afternoon.
- Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 10 – Full Day Jaguar Observation on Rio Miranda
- Morning
- Early breakfast.
- Entire day dedicated to observing jaguars in their natural habitat on the Rio Miranda.
- Packed lunch included.
- Return to lodge in late afternoon.
- Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 11 – Birdwatching & Sunset Experience
- Morning:
- Birdwatching tour along Estrada Parque and nearby areas.
- Afternoon:
- Relax at the lodge with sunset drinks – including beer, salami, natural juices, and soft drinks.
- Farewell dinner at the lodge.
- Overnight in Pantanal.
Day 12 – Return to Campo Grande
- Morning
- Breakfast at the lodge.
- Transfer back to Campo Grande Airport.
Included
- All ground transfers: Campo Grande → Bonito → Pantanal → Campo Grande
- Transfers for tours in Foz do Iguaçu with private guide
- Private guide during all tours
- Accommodation in Foz do Iguaçu, Bonito, and Pantanal
- 3 meals per day in the Pantanal lodge (except day 10 packed lunch)
- All entrance fees to parks and attractions
- Wildlife safaris and activities in the Pantanal
Not Included
- International or domestic flights
- Flight or overland transport between Foz do Iguaçu and Campo Grande
- Personal expenses and drinks (except sunset experience on day 11)
- Travel insurance
Checklist of All Tours & Activities
Foz do Iguaçu
- Brazilian side of Iguaçu Falls
- Argentine side of Iguaçu Falls (Devil’s Throat, walking trails)
Bonito
- Snorkeling at Rio da Prata
- Visit to Buraco das Araras
- Gruta do Lago Azul
- Estância Mimosa (hikes & waterfalls)
Pantanal
- Jeep safari for wildlife
- Horseback riding safari
- Full-day jaguar safari
- Full-day jaguar observation on Rio Miranda
- Birdwatching along Estrada Parque
- Sunset drinks with snacks
