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Jaguar Tour Expedition Safari: 6 Days, 5 Nights

Embark on an unforgettable Pantanal tour featuring expert-guided safaris, cozy lodges, and breathtaking wildlife encounters.

Destination: Northern Pantanal, Brazil
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Departure Point: Cuiabá, 8:00 AM

Tour Highlights

Lodge Included:

  • Pousada Piuval

  • Pousada Porto Jofre

Piuval Lodge Flight View
Piuval Lodge Flight View

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Pousada Piuval

  • Distance: 107 km from Cuiabá (departure at 08:00 AM).

  • Check-in: Settle into the lodge and join a guided walk to familiarize yourself with the surroundings.

  • Meals:

    • Lunch: Enjoy traditional Pantanal dishes at 11:30.

    • Dinner: Served at the lodge.

  • Afternoon Activity:

    • Photo Safari: Depart at 15:30 in the lodge’s safari vehicle, returning at sunset.

    • Wildlife Spotting Highlights: Ocelots, monkeys, tortoises, deer, tapirs, agoutis, and diverse bird species.

Day 2: Journey to Pousada Porto Jofre

  • Morning Activities at Pousada Piuval:

    • Sunrise Safari: Early exploration for sightings of giant and lesser anteaters.

    • Horseback Ride: 1-hour guided ride following breakfast.

  • Afternoon Transfer:

    • Departure: Leave at 13:00 via the Transpantaneira Road (138 km).

    • Photo Safari En Route: Look out for tapirs, deer, coatis, caimans, capybaras, and vibrant birdlife.

    • Arrival at Pousada Porto Jofre: Check-in and enjoy dinner before a restful night.


Day 3: Pousada Porto Jofre – Boat Safari

  • Morning and Afternoon Activities: Venture into the waterways for a motorboat tour equipped with sun protection and a radio transmitter.

  • Focus: Spotting jaguars, giant otters, and unique birds.

  • Departure Time: 7:00 AM after breakfast.

  • Duration: Full-day excursion, concluding at sunset.


Day 4: Transfer to Pousada Pouso Alegre

  • Distance: Porto Jofre → Pousada Pouso Alegre: 118.6 km

  • Morning Departure: Start at 7:00 with a Photo Safari along the Transpantaneira Road.

    • Wildlife Sightings: Be on the lookout for tapirs, coatis, anacondas, lizards, and more.

    • Arrival: Check-in at Pousada Pouso Alegre with lunch at 12:30.

  • Afternoon and Evening Activities:

    • Daytime Safari: Explore during the day and return at dusk.

    • Night Safari: Capture rare glimpses of jaguars, ocelots, pumas, maned wolves, owls, and nocturnal animals.


Day 5: Pousada Pouso Alegre → Return to Cuiabá

  • Morning Activities:

    • Sunrise Safari: Early departure at 5:00 AM for birdwatching.

    • Observation Tower: A light walk to a 26m-high tower offers panoramic views of the Pantanal.

  • Lunch: Served at the lodge or Churrascaria Pantaneira in Poconé.

  • Return Journey: Drive back to Cuiabá, arriving late afternoon.

Outdoors at Piuval Lodge
Outdoors at Piuval Lodge
a leopard laying on a tree branch in a jungle
a leopard laying on a tree branch in a jungle
a group of animals standing next to a tree near a body of water
a group of animals standing next to a tree near a body of water
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Important Information

Itinerary adjustments may occur due to weather conditions or guest preferences.

This Pantanal North Tour combines exceptional wildlife exploration with unmatched comfort at authentic lodges in Brazil.

Tour Inclusions

  • Transportation: Round-trip travel from Cuiabá to the Northern Pantanal, including all transfers and photo safaris.

  • Accommodation: Comfortable stays at Pousada Piuval, Pousada Porto Jofre, and Pousada Pouso Alegre.

  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included daily.

  • Activities: Guided tours, including safaris, boat rides, and horseback riding.

  • Local Guide Expertise: Certified regional and national guides equipped with wildlife observation tools.

  • Extras: Bottled mineral water throughout the tour.

landscape photography of mountain
landscape photography of mountain

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