The 6-Day Pantanal & Bonito Experience offers travelers an opportunity to enjoy Brazil’s stunning natural wonders. With three nights at a Pantanal lodge and two in a Bonito hostel, adventurers can enjoy thrilling activities like night safaris, horseback riding, and wildlife spotting. While transportation, meals, and an intimate group size are included, reviews suggest mixed experiences with the tour’s accommodations and inclusions. Those seeking an adventurous journey through Brazil’s diverse landscapes may want to further explore this unique experience.
Key Points
- This 6-day, 5-night tour explores the Pantanal wetland and Bonito, offering nature experiences like night safaris, horse riding, and optional snorkeling.
- Accommodations include 3 nights at a Pantanal lodge and 2 nights at a Bonito hostel, with most meals provided.
- Transportation between Campo Grande, Pantanal, and Bonito is included, with a maximum of 25 travelers for an independent experience.
- Reviews suggest positive feedback on Pantanal activities and staff, but some disappointment with the Bonito accommodations.
- Travelers should come prepared with recommended items and understand the tour’s independent nature mixed with guided components.
Tour Overview
This 6-day, 5-night tour explores the natural wonders of Central Brazil, encompassing the world’s largest tropical wetland – the Pantanal – and the clear waters of Bonito, ideal for snorkeling.
The tour is suitable for nature lovers and adventurous travelers. Guests will stay 3 nights in a Pantanal lodge with a pool, hammocks, and sports facilities, and 2 nights in a Bonito hostel.
Included activities feature night safaris by boat, horse riding, and wildlife spotting in the Pantanal, as well as optional snorkeling and visits to macaws and parrots in Bonito.
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Inclusions
The tour includes 5 nights of accommodation – 3 nights at a Pantanal lodge and 2 nights at a Bonito hostel.
Meals are provided daily, with 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners.
Meals are provided daily, with 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners, ensuring a nourishing experience throughout the tour.
Transportation is included, with shuttle service from Campo Grande to the Pantanal, Pantanal to Bonito, and Bonito back to Campo Grande.
Activities in the Pantanal include night safaris by boat, horseback riding, and wildlife spotting.
Optional activities in Bonito are snorkeling with giant fish and visiting macaws and parrots.
The tour has a maximum of 25 travelers and is an independent experience with some guided components.
Meeting Details
The meeting point for this tour is Av. Gury Marques, 1215 – Universitário, Campo Grande – MS, Brazil.
Travelers should arrive at this location by 9:00 am on the tour’s start date. The tour has a maximum of 25 participants, so it’s recommended to arrive on time to secure a spot.
The tour will end back at the same meeting point. This is an independent tour with some guided experiences, so travelers will need to make their own way to and from the meeting point.
Additional Information
Independent tour with some guided experiences. This tour offers a mix of independent exploration and guided activities.
Travelers should come prepared with the recommended items:
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Sun hat, sunglasses, and sunblock to protect against the strong sun
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Mosquito repellent to fend off insects in the Pantanal
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Trekking shoes for navigating the trails
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Swimsuit and towel for water activities in Bonito
The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible. Confirmation of the booking will be received unless it’s within 7 days of the travel dates.
Travelers should bring their personal medication, a flashlight, binoculars, camera, charger, hand sanitizer, and a water bottle.
Pantanal Highlights
Situated in the heart of Central Brazil, the Pantanal boasts a diverse array of wildlife and natural wonders that captivate adventurous travelers.
On this tour, guests can embark on thrilling night safaris by boat, spotting alligators, capybaras, and potentially even jaguars in their natural habitat.
Thrilling night safaris by boat offer glimpses of alligators, capybaras, and potentially jaguars in their natural habitat.
Horse riding excursions offer a unique perspective of the wetlands, while guided wildlife-watching walks provide opportunities to observe armadillos, exotic birds, and other creatures that call the Pantanal home.
With its lush landscapes, abundant wildlife, and immersive activities, the Pantanal promises an unforgettable exploration of Brazil’s stunning natural landscape.
Bonito Attractions
After exploring the vibrant Pantanal, the tour continues to the picturesque town of Bonito, renowned for its crystal-clear waters ideal for snorkeling.
Visitors can enjoy the underwater world, encountering a diversity of aquatic life, including:
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Giant fish, such as the impressive Pacu and Dourado
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Colorful macaws and parrots in their natural habitats
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Scenic natural pools and waterfalls for refreshing dips
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Opportunities to learn about the region’s sustainable tourism practices
The Bonito experience offers a perfect contrast to the Pantanal, showcasing the area’s natural beauty and diverse ecosystems.
Feedback and Reviews
How have travelers responded to this tour? Based on the mixed reviews, it seems the experience has been inconsistent.
While there was positive feedback on the Pantanal activities and staff, the accommodation in Bonito received negative comments. Some travelers reported issues with the hostel and felt the tour inclusions were misleading.
Sum Up
The 6-Day Pantanal & Bonito Experience offers an adventurous exploration of Brazil’s stunning landscapes, with highlights like night safaris, horseback riding, and snorkeling. While the tour provides transportation, meals, and an intimate group size, reviews suggest mixed feedback on accommodations and inclusions. Travelers should carefully consider their priorities and expectations to determine if this tour aligns with their needs and preferences.