Luxury Pantanal and Amazon Trip: Jaguars & Rainforest
PlanetaEXO
TripsBrazilPantanal

Luxury Pantanal and Amazon Trip: Jaguars & Rainforest

Amazon
8 Nights·10 Days
AmazonSafari & WildlifeConservation Adventures

Overview

This is the most exclusive way to enjoy a Brazilian wildlife tour in one journey. A 10-day luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip pairs two of the country’s greatest biomes, both experienced from genuinely comfortable accommodations. You begin at Caiman, a 53,000-hectare private reserve in the Pantanal, and finish deep inside the Cristalino Jungle Lodge in the Amazon.

Caiman is the only place in the Southern Pantanal where jaguars are tracked and seen reliably from open safari vehicles. After several full days of game drives, guided walks, and sunset canoeing, a short flight north carries you to Cristalino, an 11,399-hectare private reserve that National Geographic rates among the world’s finest eco-lodges.

The two legs link through one efficient domestic flight corridor (Campo Grande to Cuiabá to Alta Floresta), so there is no long repositioning to Manaus. It is a premium wildlife journey built for travelers who want the best of the Pantanal jaguar safari and the deep Amazon Rainforest in a single trip, with private guiding throughout.

  • Full itinerary: 4x4 safaris, guided walks, sunset canoeing, and night spotlighting at Caiman, then rainforest hikes, river canoeing, birdwatching, and canopy-tower sunsets at Cristalino.
  • Wildlife viewing at both destinations, including chances to spot jaguars, caimans, tapirs, giant anteaters, ocelots, etc.
  • Canoeing the Cristalino and Teles Pires rivers through flooded forest.
  • Fantastic stay experience at Caiman and Cristalino lodges, both featuring high-end facilities and personalized services.
  • Smart routing: Campo Grande to Cuiabá to Alta Floresta, one domestic corridor with no Manaus detour.
  • Activities guided by English-speaking local experts on both legs.
  • All-inclusive experience: private round-trip transfers within each leg, both luxury lodges, full board, all guided activities, and bilingual guides throughout.

  • Please note: the day-by-day plan below is a suggested itinerary. Caiman runs two roughly 3-hour safaris a day, and Cristalino runs two guided activities a day, both confirmed on arrival by weather, water levels, and recent sightings.

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive Campo Grande / Transfer to Caiman / Afternoon Safari

  • Arrive Campo Grande (CGR)· international gateway
  • Driving Campo Grande → Caiman (Miranda)· 236 km · ~3h30
  • Afternoon game-drive safari· with sunset canoe & night spotlighting on return

Land in Campo Grande and travel by private transfer about 3.5 hours (236 km) to Caiman Ecological Refuge, in Miranda, at the heart of the Southern Pantanal. The drive is your introduction to the wetland: open grassland, roadside caimans and wading birds, plus the vast horizon that defines the region.

You arrive with time to settle into your accommodation before the afternoon cools. The first game-drive safari then eases you into the rhythm of the reserve, scanning for capybaras, marsh deer, and abundant birdlife from an open 4×4.

If conditions allow, a sunset canoe follows. The return to the lodge after dark turns into night spotlighting, when eyeshine along the Pantanal track reveals caimans and the first nocturnal animals.

Meals included: Dinner

A jaguar descends a bare-branched tree on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, its spotted coat vivid against a pale blue sky and green forest canopy below
Aerial view of a canopied 4x4 safari vehicle crossing a long wooden bridge over mirror-calm flooded wetlands dotted with aquatic vegetation, on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
Two hyacinth macaws touching beaks while perched together on a bare branch during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with soft blue sky and green foliage in the background
A traveler in a wide-brim hat and rust-colored poncho gazes out a rain-speckled 4x4 window during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, golden light flooding through the glass as the vehicle moves through open wetland terrain
Aerial view of a lone traveler in white standing on a wooden boardwalk platform surrounded by dense water hyacinth and open channels in the Pantanal wetlands, part of a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A young caiman rests at the water's edge on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, its scaly body reflected in the still blue water as it raises its head alertly in warm golden light
Two travelers sit quietly in a canoe on a glassy wetland river at golden hour, reflected perfectly in the still water, with lush gallery forest lining the far bank — a defining moment of a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A capybara's head barely above the water surface at dusk on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with a golden dragonfly hovering above in warm backlight
A group of roseate spoonbills bursting into flight over low wetland grasses on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, their pink wings lit against a dark background
Orange and amber sunset sky reflected in a lily-pad-covered wetland lagoon, silhouetted trees lining the horizon on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip

Day 2

Early-Morning Safari & Walk / Afternoon Jaguar Safari / Night Spotlighting

  • Early-morning safari & guided walk· ~5:30–6 AM
  • Afternoon jaguar safari· ~3 hrs
  • Night spotlighting· on return

An early-morning safari (around 5:30 to 6 AM) makes the most of peak wildlife hours, when animals are on the move and the light is soft. The guided walk slows the pace to what a vehicle misses: tracks, insects, plants, and the smaller residents of the grassland, read by a guide who knows the terrain. Later, rest at the lodge during the quiet midday heat.

Afternoons are prime time for a Pantanal jaguar safari at Caiman, so make sure to enjoy every second. As light fades, the spotlight comes out again for ocelots, tapirs, and other animals that only move after dark.

Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

A guide points upward into the forest canopy while a visitor holding binoculars looks up beside them, sunlight bursting through the trees on a guided walk during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
Two hyacinth macaws spreading their wings on a bare tree branch against a blue sky on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
Aerial view of a safari 4x4 vehicle stopped in golden open grassland on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, surrounded by a dense canopy of trees stretching to the horizon under a dramatic cloudy sky
A Caiman lodge guide points into a tree canopy while four guests — one using binoculars — look up during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip guided walk beside an open 4x4 safari vehicle
Two jaguars walk across a dirt track in front of open safari vehicles during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with wildlife photographers leaning out to capture the encounter among dry woodland trees
A giant anteater carries its young pup on its back through green scrubland on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, the baby's markings mirroring its mother's coat almost perfectly
A black-collared hawk perched on a green fence post during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with open wetland grassland and a blue water channel visible in the soft-focus background
A fluffy greater rhea chick bends its long neck down to peck at low vegetation on a green grassy floor, on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A jaguar wading chest-deep through dark water at night, its rosette-patterned coat lit against a pitch-black background, during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
Deep amber glow of a sunset on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with a silhouetted treeline perfectly mirrored on a glassy, still river

Day 3

Morning Safari / Afternoon Safari & Sunset Canoeing

  • Morning safari· ~3 hrs
  • Afternoon safari with sunset canoeing· conditions permitting

The morning safari opens the third day of your luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip with more wildlife watching. Each sector has its own character, from open floodplain to gallery forest, so moving between them widens the range of species you meet across the day.

Head out again in the afternoon for sunset canoeing on the water if conditions allow. Paddling brings you to eye level with caimans, kingfishers, and capybaras along the banks while the sky turns.

Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Silhouette of a woman holding a paddle in a canoe on a calm river at sunset during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with a warm orange and purple sky reflecting on the still water and lit lodge buildings visible on the far bank
Two travelers watching and photographing a giant anteater foraging across dry open grassland on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with scattered cerrado trees and a buriti palm in the background at golden hour
A jaguar walking directly toward the camera on a dirt path, tail curled high, rosette-patterned coat in sharp focus against a soft green background, on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip safari
A guide in a wide-brimmed hat watches from the grassy shore as two guests paddle a canoe across a calm Pantanal lagoon at golden hour, with tree-lined banks reflected in the still water during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A caiman gliding just below the surface of dark tannin-rich water on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, its textured head and back lit by warm golden light filtering through the shallows, surrounded by delicate air bubbles
A jaguar rests on the ground beneath dark vegetation at dusk during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, its amber eyes fixed on the camera as low light catches its spotted coat
Orange and pink twilight sky reflected in a still wetland lagoon on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with silhouetted trees lining the far bank
A guide stands beside a Caiman lodge safari vehicle on a dirt track at dusk during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with a vivid orange and purple twilight sky reflected over a flooded marsh covered in aquatic plants

Day 4

Full-Day Safari

  • Two safari outings· new corners of the reserve
  • Wildlife photography· tailored to recent sightings

Two more safari outings explore fresh corners of the 53,000-hectare property, planned around recent sightings. By now, you have covered enough ground to read the reserve, and the guides push toward the areas with the strongest activity—whether that means jaguars, giant anteaters, or the striking hyacinth macaws.

With Caiman’s habituated jaguars and superb light, this is a favorite day for wildlife photographers on the whole Amazon and Pantanal tour. The unhurried pace is deliberate: time to wait at a sighting, work the light, and let behavior unfold.

Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

A jaguar crosses a red dirt road directly in front of a safari 4x4 with photographers on board during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, its spotted coat fully lit against the warm dusk light.
Aerial top-down view of a vehicle on a red dirt track cutting through dense green scrubland on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A large pink ipê tree in full bloom stands alone in open Pantanal grassland under a clear blue sky, flanked by scattered palms and dry woodland on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A southern tamandua curled among leafy branches high in a tree canopy, its cream-and-dark banded fur visible on this luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A South American tapir lowering its head to drink from a shallow pool on this luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, surrounded by dry golden grass in warm evening light
A crab-eating fox resting in golden-lit grassland scrub, gazing directly at the camera during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
Silhouette of tall trees against a deep amber sunset sky on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with a long-tailed bird perched at the crown of the highest branch

Day 5

Final Morning Safari / Transfer to Campo Grande / Fly to the Amazon

  • Final morning safari or walk
  • Transfer back to Campo Grande· ~3h30 · arriving ~3 PM
  • Fly Campo Grande → Cuiabá → Alta Floresta· reposition to the Amazon leg

A final morning safari or walk closes the Caiman leg. Use it for whatever the stay has been building toward: one more attempt at a jaguar, a quieter walk, or simply the birds around the lodge over breakfast.

After lunch, a private transfer returns you to Campo Grande (about 3.5 hours), arriving around 3 PM. From there, fly the Campo Grande to Cuiabá to Alta Floresta corridor to reach the Amazon, with an overnight in transit as needed.

Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch

A jaguar rests stretched out in tall dry golden grass on this luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, its spotted coat and ringed tail visible as it looks directly toward the camera
An open-top 4x4 safari vehicle half-hidden among tall golden savanna grasses under a clear blue sky on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A jabiru stork with a black head, vivid red collar, and white body stands tall among dew-covered wetland grasses on this luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
An adult capybara stands over two tiny pups sheltering beneath her on a grassy wetland bank during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
Aerial view of a group of capybaras grazing along a dark lagoon edge beside a open safari 4x4 vehicle on a red dirt road during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip at golden hour
A burrowing owl balances on one leg atop a clay mound, one wing fanned out to the side and bright yellow eyes fixed on the camera, on this luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip

Day 6

Arrive Alta Floresta / Boat to Cristalino / Intro Hike

  • Arrive Alta Floresta (AFL)· via Cuiabá
  • Road + Cristalino River boat to the lodge· ~1 h road + boat
  • Short introduction hike

You arrive in Alta Floresta and transfer by road and a scenic boat ride along the Teles Pires and Cristalino rivers to reach Cristalino Jungle Lodge. The boat leg is the real threshold into the Amazon: the river narrows, the forest closes in, and the soundscape shifts to insects, frogs, and birds.

After check-in, a short introduction hike settles you into the rainforest. It is brief by design, enough to stretch after travel, meet your guide, and tune your senses to the forest before the fuller days ahead.

Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

A blue-and-yellow macaw in full flight on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, wings spread wide against a blurred green forest backdrop
A traveler rides a motorboat through a narrow rainforest river channel on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with dense green canopy reflected in the dark still water under a stormy sky
A woman sits cross-legged on a wide wooden deck beside an open fire pit during dusk, holding a drink, with hanging lanterns, a teal parasol, and dense forest silhouetted against a pink and blue twilight sky — an evening moment on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
Crepuscular rays fan out across a deep blue twilight sky above a dark treeline silhouette on this luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with a vivid orange and yellow glow along the horizon

Day 7

Sierra Trails Hike / Teles Pires River Canoe / Floating Deck

  • Hiking the Sierra Trails· ~250–450 m elevation
  • Afternoon canoe or boat· Teles Pires River
  • Evening on the floating deck

The morning takes you along the Sierra Trails, with about 250 to 450 meters of elevation and wide views over the canopy. The climb passes through changing forest types, with your guide pointing out monkeys, birds, and the plant life that layers the understory.

In the afternoon, paddle or cruise the Teles Pires River, where the banks are good for spotting wildlife coming down to drink. Back at the lodge, the floating deck on the Cristalino River is the place to wind down and watch the forest settle as its night chorus begins.

Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Two paddlers in a tandem kayak seen from behind on a calm river at golden hour, paddles raised mid-stroke with water droplets catching the light, dense tropical forest lining the far bank on this luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A chestnut-eared aracari with a vivid yellow-and-black bill, red belly band, and olive-green chest perches on a bare branch against a clear blue sky on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A local guide explains the dense aerial roots of a rainforest tree to two guests during a guided walk on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation
A brown capuchin monkey with amber eyes perches among leafy green branches during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, gazing directly at the camera
A paradise tanager with a vivid lime-green head, black mask, and turquoise underparts perched on a bare branch during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip

Day 8

Morning Birdwatching Hike / 50-metre Tower Sunset

  • Birdwatching hike· part of ~600 recorded species
  • Climb the 50-metre observation towers· sunset above the canopy

A morning birdwatching hike puts you among the reserve’s roughly 600 bird species. Cristalino is one of the best birding sites in the Amazon, and an early start is when the forest is most active. Expect mixed flocks moving through, with chances to spot parrots, trogons, and raptors.

In the afternoon, climb one of Cristalino’s 50-meter observation towers, which changes the scale entirely for observation. From the platform, you look out across the treetops rather than up at them. Sunset atop, with birds returning to roost above the canopy, is surely one of the highlights of this Amazon and Pantanal tour.

Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Four scarlet macaws with vivid red, blue, and yellow plumage flying in formation above a dense tropical forest canopy on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
Small group of travelers standing on a metal canopy observation tower above the Amazon rainforest canopy at dawn, with morning mist rolling over a vast sea of green treetops on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
Three visitors on a metal canopy tower scan the forest canopy with binoculars on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, surrounded by dense green treetops in bright sunlight
A blue-and-yellow tanager perched on a lichen-covered branch amid green foliage, spotted during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A black spider monkey with a pale face clings and stretches between two slender tree trunks in a lush green rainforest canopy, part of a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip wildlife experience
Golden sunset over a dense tropical forest canopy on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with dramatic clouds streaked across the wide sky

Day 9

Deeper Forest Trails / Flooded-Forest Canoeing

  • Deeper forest trails· ancient trees, bamboo, rock formations
  • Flooded-forest canoeing· Cristalino River

The day goes deeper into the forest on trails past ancient trees, bamboo stands, and rock formations, then out onto the Cristalino River for flooded-forest canoeing. It is the quiet, immersive side of nature that makes this luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip feel complete.

These longer trails reward patience with the forest’s detail: towering emergent trees, dense bamboo, and rock formations that hint at the region’s geology, all explained by your guide.

Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Three travelers in khaki field clothing scan the rainforest canopy with binoculars during a guided walk on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, surrounded by dense green understorey and tall trees backlit by sunlight
Two green, yellow, and orange-headed caique parrots perched on a bare branch against a soft green forest backdrop, seen on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A dense cluster of bright orange palm fruits hanging on long branching stalks, lit by warm golden light on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A guide sits smiling against the massive moss-covered buttress roots of a large rainforest tree, reading from an illustrated book to a small group of children seated on log stumps during a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip nature activity
A silky anteater clinging upside-down to a branch among green tropical leaves, spotted on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip
A traveller with a camera looks straight up at a towering rainforest tree trunk on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, the dense green canopy stretching skyward in a worm's-eye view
Two guests in life vests aboard a canoe on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip watch a dark-furred monkey foraging in dense riverbank vegetation
A wet river otter holds a freshly caught fish in its forepaws and tilts its head back with mouth open, floating beside a submerged log in dark river water — a wildlife encounter on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip

Day 10

Final Activity / Transfer to Alta Floresta / Fly Home

  • Last breakfast & short final activity
  • Transfer to Alta Floresta and fly home· via Cuiabá

After a last breakfast, a short final activity closes the trip: a gentle walk or boat outing depending on timing and water levels and a last chance to say goodbye to the forest.

From there, transfer back to Alta Floresta to fly home via Cuiabá. Book onward flights with enough buffer for the connection.

Meals included: Breakfast

Aerial view of a dense tropical rainforest canopy at sunrise on a luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip, with golden light breaking through low-lying mist drifting across the treetops under a partly cloudy sky

What is Included

  • Private round-trip transfers within each leg (Campo Grande ⇌ Caiman, and Alta Floresta ⇌ Cristalino)
  • 4-night stay at Caiman in the Southern Pantanal (your selected suite category)
  • 4-night stay at Cristalino Jungle Lodge in the Amazon (your selected room or bungalow category)
  • Meals (full board), with water and juices at meals and snacks on activities at Caiman
  • Caiman environmental fee and exclusive private-reserve access on both legs
  • Guided tours (game-drive safaris, guided walks and canoeing at Caiman, plus two daily guided activities at Cristalino: hiking, river canoeing, birdwatching and the observation towers)
  • Bilingual (English-speaking) guides throughout

Not included

  • Flight tickets
  • The inter-leg flights (Campo Grande to Cuiabá to Alta Floresta)
  • Day-1 breakfast/lunch, and the last-day dinner
  • Accommodation in Campo Grande or Cuiabá if an overnight in transit is needed
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses, gratuities and optional extras

FAQ

Reviews

“SPECTACULAR hotel! I had a wonderful experience from beginning to end: comfort, service from the staff, meals, everything a perfect 10! For me the best of all was the quality of the guides who lead the safaris. A true lesson on every outing!”

— Bruno Kairalla Silveira

“Had an awesome time at Caiman. The staff were so helpful, organised and friendly, especially our tour guides Lara (caiman)/Rafael (oncafari) and hosts Thais/Jackeline. Great Brazilian food, and like that they didn't waste huge amounts. Would recommend to anyone”

— Chris Wyatt

“We really really loved Caiman lodge. Our tour guide was amazing. Not only we saw jaguars with him, he also was full of knowledge about other animals. The stuff overall was very attentive and rooms were excellent. Reservation was easy and they even connected us to a great company for transfer from the airport. We enjoyed the adventure and it was a highlight of our trip to Brazil. Unfortunately our Oncafari driver managed to run over speed bump at very high speed and one of our party was injured. We were not sure if it was a large bruising or internal bleeding. When we went to reception to ask for help, none was forthcoming. Medic was not available at the lodge or near by, there was no offer to drive us to closest medical facility. They did not even have a cold pack in the medkit ( that kit had less supplies than what we had with us). The lady at the reception could care less. Everything ended up OK but it did leave a bad taste in our mouth. So overall amazing experience which I would recommend to anyone.”

— Megan

“All good!”

— Paulo Patinho

“From Campo Grande where we spent the night to Casa Caiman lodge is a 4 hour road transfer, the last hour being over a dirt track road. On arrival at the lodge we were given a briefing on the lodge and its facilities. There are two blocks of rooms the main area incorporates the dinning room and has a very spacious lounge area, the second block on the other side of the compound has a smaller lounge area but is nearer the air-condition gym and the small pool. We were allocated Room 16 in this block. The room had a queen sized bed, good quality air conditioning, a safe, a reasonable shower, toiletries were provided as was a hairdryer. Two flasks of drinking water were also provided and topped up each day. There was also a small patio area with chairs and a table. The meals were all served buffet style, breakfast had all the usual options, with eggs however you wanted them. Lunch and dinner was also a culinary experience with well known dishes and many Brazilian dishes to try. We had one breakfast outside after a game drive and two evening meals, one of which was a Brazilian BBQ also outside after a game drive.The main event at the lodge are the game drives which occur early morning and late afternoon and last for around 3 hours. After a quick coffee and biscuit, cake or fruit we were off. Our game drives were guided by Natalia who was so passionate about the animals, pointing out animals, birds, (of which there are hundreds of different varieties), reptiles and the flora and fauna at every turn. Clearly most people are here to see the Jaguars, and we were not disappointed seeing two on our first game drive. On the evening game drive as night fell, Natalia would climb onto a seat at the very front of the 4x4 and with a spotlight in hand would lookout for the nocturnal wildlife for us to see. An amazing lodge with super friendly staff whose English was excellent and nothing was too much to ask.”

— Pete

“A unique nature experience!”

— Ursula Gross Leemann

“Spectacular, impeccable No words to describe it.”

— Leandro Magagnato

“Stayed here for 4 nights in Sept 2025. Everything was perfect - the staff, the food, the rooms, the service, our guide & driver. We had amazing wildlife sightings and lots of other wonderful experiences.”

— Mary Davies

“Without a doubt, Caiman was absolutely the highlight of our tour of Brazil which was organised around staying at Caiman to hopefully see the elusive jaguar. What I hadn't appreciated was how Caiman had started and how incredible it is as a pioneer of ecotourism. Plus how vast it is in terms of being home to so many species of wildlife including the hyacinth macaw, capybara, giant anteaters and the tapir. We also hadn't anticipated eating such amazing food at Casa Caiman, carefully crafted to feature typical Brazilian dishes served with a voiceover from the team. We ventured out with the dedicated guides with both the Oncafari and the Caiman teams on driving safaris. Both teams were well-informed, passionate and excellent, and within a very short space of time we had close-up viewings of jaguars, capybara, giant anteaters, tapirs, hyacinth macaw and the toco toucan, and so much more. On our last evening safari as the light was starting to fade and I thought our trip had been absolutely everything we could have wished for, our guide spotted Itapira swimming. Itapira is the jaguar whose paws were burnt during the extensive 2024 fires; she was rescued and subsequently recovered, so it was special moment. Then as the sun set and it was dark, and we assumed sightings were over, our guide spotted an unknown female jaguar and her four month old cub wandering down the track in front of us. A very special moment at a very special place - Caiman Pantanal.”

— Selena

“Caiman Lodge has been on our list for a decade. We finally decided to pull the trigger and it couldn't have been any better. We came for the Jaguars and saw our first within 5 minutes of arriving for our first game drive. We had Laura and Gabriel as our guides and they were extremely knowledgeable and tons of fun! All in all, over 4 days we ID'd 130 bird species, caiman, agouti, crab-eating fox, marsh deer, pampas deer, giant anteater, ocelot, tapir, capybara (wife's fav) and of course, Jaguars (7 total). The food is different every day and there are tons of options. The fresh fruit, juice and beef were highlights for me. I would highly recommend coming here if you are an animal lover. We decided on this instead of the Porto Joffre area so we could be more isolated in our experiences with the Jaguars and it definitely was.What you see is obviously luck to some degree. We heard people in other cars who saw up to 12 different Jaguars, one saw a Jaguarundi and other things. If you understand wildlife, you get it. We chose to do the Oncafari one day to prioritize Jaguars. We only saw 3 over the entire day (one was stalking cattle at night), but it was the hottest day we were there. The Oncafari group the next day saw 8, so you just never know. Regardless, our experience was top notch and it is up there with any other eco lodge we've ever stayed at.”

— Adams

Check availability for your trip

Free inquiry – no commitment

Who's joining the adventure?

2
0

Your next trip

Travel date*

Tell us about your trip

Contact details

How should we contact you?*

From

$ 7,150/ per person