We did the Jaguar Safari and were absolutely thrilled with the whole experience. From the first contact to the end of the trip, everything was very well organized. Communication with Elisama was easy and reliable, and we always received quick responses to our questions. The entire trip was very well planned and perfectly organized. We were picked up directly at the airport and taken to our accommodation. The accommodation in Porto Jofre was also very nice and fit perfectly with the experience. Our guide Jo was with us throughout the safari, took great care of us, and shared lots of interesting information about the wildlife and the area. The absolute highlight, of course, were the jaguars: Within just two days, we saw 10 different jaguars. It was an incredible and truly unforgettable experience. We would definitely book the safari with Planeta Exo again and can highly recommend the company and the entire team!
Pantanal Tours in Brazil
Track wild jaguars in Porto Jofre, drift past caimans and capybaras, and explore the world’s largest wetland. Choose a Northern Pantanal jaguar safari from Cuiabá or a Southern Pantanal wildlife tour from Campo Grande, all led by expert local guides.
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Discover the Pantanal on a budget: a 4-day jaguar safari at Porto Jofre with boat trips, night safaris, and full board at comfortable local lodges.
from $ 1,700
Looking to explore the Southern Pantanal? Enjoy night and photo safaris, piranha fishing, horseback riding, and boat rides from Campo Grande.
from $ 1,100
See jaguars in the wild from the deck of a private boat in Porto Jofre, the world’s top spot for jaguar watching. A 4-day, 3-night safari from Cuiabá into Brazil’s Northern Pantanal.
from $ 2,250
Track wildlife on Pantanal safaris and night drives, snorkel the Barra do Sucuri, explore São Miguel Cave, and unwind by the river on this 5-day trip.
from $ 1,450
A Pantanal luxury safari at Caiman: 4 days of jaguar safaris, canoeing, and full-board comfort in a 53,000-hectare Southern Pantanal reserve.
from $ 2,400
On a limited budget? No worries. Enjoy wildlife activities and stay at an authentic jungle lodge with private rooms or shared dorms. Great for all budgets!
from $ 700
Don’t miss the chance to spot animals in their natural habitat. Join the best wildlife watching experience with the Pantanal Wildlife Tour from Cuiabá!
from $ 1,250
Two wild Brazil icons in one trip: a Northern Pantanal jaguar safari plus an Amazon jungle-lodge immersion. Comfortable lodges, expert guides.
from $ 2,600
A 10-day luxury Pantanal and Amazon trip: track jaguars by 4x4 at Caiman in the Southern Pantanal, then the Cristalino rainforest lodge, Amazon.
from $ 7,150
A 4-day Southern Pantanal safari deep in remote Nhecolandia: horseback rides, 4x4 safaris, canoeing and 630+ birds from a small, isolated lodge.
from $ 2,150
Pantanal tour reviews
4.9 out of 5 · 210 reviews
We had fantastic days in the Pantanal. The lodge 'Aguapé' is a lovely place. The local guides are also a welcome addition to the guide, Izabela from planetaexo. She was knowledgeable. She was able to tell us a lot about the Pantanal, both nature and culture. But we also laughed a lot. All the excursions exceeded our expectations. And between the excursions there was also time to cool off in the swimming pool before sitting down at the table. All the meals are delicious and served with care. And made from local ingredients. Served by friendly staff. The cabins are simple, but have every comfort. It is recommended for everyone.
Our guide, Iza, was excellent; she taught us a lot and showed us so much. We really enjoyed her company—we had great conversations and plenty of laughs. The ranch guides and all the other staff were also very kind and ensured we had a fantastic holiday in the Pantanal. It was a truly unforgettable vacation for us. Thank you to the organization and the staff.
We booked our Amazon excursion through PlanetaEXO and the experience was brilliant from start to finish, professional friendly and super helpful, communicated well on all channels and ensure our trip went according to plan. The guide and staff at the lodge were excellent and made our time a memorable experience! Thank you and highly recommend them.
Everything was perfectly organized and matched the descriptions exactly, including the accommodation, the food and the tours.
Wow! Communication, value for money and quality of service have been exceptional. I cannot recommend PlanetaEXO more highly. Our admin support was superb. Comms were friendly, timely and helpful. Our guide to the Pantanal, Bruno was so knowledgable and friendly whilst never intruding on family time. Whilst away we had a medical emergency and everyone supported us faultlessly. Honestly cannot speak more highly of our experience. Do not hesitate- you are in safe hands and will have the best time!
We booked two activities with PlanetaEXO (Pantanal safari and Lençois trecking) and both times we were highly satisfied. The activities were exactly as described, the logistics was well organized and the communication was very efficient. Thank you!
The communication from PlanetaEXO was amazing. They sent important information and reminders via WhatsApp and responded quickly to my questions. The driver, Rafael, who picked us up was prompt and friendly and an excellent driver. When we decided to leave the Jungle Lodge two hours earlier than planned so we could visit Campo Grande, he arrived exactly on time and drove us to the park to visit the capybaras. He also explained how important it was to get a taxi or Uber early to get to the airport because the traffic is very bad. Our guide Boby at the jungle Lodge was the best guide there. He had high energy and a great spirit, and worked really hard to make sure we saw all the animals we possibly could. We saw lots of beautiful birds, jacarés, and capybaras. Boby was also a talented jewelry maker and made my son a beautiful necklace made out of a natural fiber that he cut in the forest and attached an alligator’s tooth to it. The fishing was fun, and Boby was so helpful. He wouldn’t stop until all of us caught a fish! Our group was small so we had lots of attention. Unfortunately, the days we were in the Pantanal were extremely hot - between 98 and 100°. I didn’t care for the horseback riding. It was too hot and we didn’t see any animals. I also didn’t care for the kayaking because it was a wide river and we didn’t see any animals. But we were with a nice group of people in our tour and made some friends. Overall, it was an excellent experience and exactly how PlanetaEXO described it.
It was a lovely trip with varied activities. We really enjoyed it! The highlight of Bonito was the Securi river, a unique experience to float in this bright blue water. In the Pantanal we enjoyed the different safaris. Unfortunately we didn't manage to spot a jaguar, but all the capybaras, caimans and beautiful birds made it absolutely worthwhile. With two "grown-up" children, the 4-person room with a bunk bed in the jungle lodge was actually just a bit too cozy.
Did a four-day Pantanal Jaguar Budget Safari adventure earlier this month, and it was honestly amazing from start to finish! Everything was super well-organized and totally stress-free. Huge shoutout to my guide-he had incredible professional knowledge and even top-notch photography skills! Seriously, it felt like he knew every single jaguar in the Pantanal by name. Highly recommend!"
Pantanal tours in Brazil: North for jaguars or South for variety?
Before you book, here is the lay of the land. The Pantanal is the largest tropical wetland on Earth, spreading across roughly 210,000 km² of Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay. Its open, seasonally flooded landscape makes it the best place in South America to watch wildlife, from jaguars and giant otters to capybaras, caimans, and more than 650 bird species.
Our Pantanal tours in Brazil split into two gateways. The Northern Pantanal, reached from Cuiabá in Mato Grosso, centers on Porto Jofre and delivers the most reliable jaguar sightings on the planet. The Southern Pantanal, reached from Campo Grande in Mato Grosso do Sul, favors variety: horseback riding, walking safaris, and the Bonito add-on. Not sure which side fits your trip? Here’s how they compare!
Northern Pantanal tours from Cuiabá (jaguar safaris)
Pantanal tours from Cuiabá head 3 to 4 hours south to Porto Jofre, on the Cuiabá River, where the world’s highest density of wild jaguars lives.
Full-day boat safaris between July and October, when low water pushes animals to the banks, give a real chance of multiple cats in a single day, alongside caimans, capybaras, giant otters, and macaws.
Pantanal jaguar safaris in Porto Jofre: where and when
If jaguars are the goal, Porto Jofre is the address. A focused Pantanal jaguar safari runs as morning and afternoon boat outings on the river channels, with sightings recorded on the vast majority of dry-season departures. Pair it with the Cuiabá gateway and plan 3 to 4 days on the water for the best odds.
Southern Pantanal tours from Campo Grande
Pantanal tours from Campo Grande open up the Southern Pantanal, with lodges near Miranda and Corumbá and a broader range of activities: horseback riding, walking safaris, night drives, piranha fishing, and cultural visits.
Wildlife is abundant, and prices are gentler, though jaguar sightings are less predictable than in the North.
Luxury Pantanal tours and lodges
For high-end comfort, our luxury Pantanal tours center on the Caiman Ecological Refuge, a five-star reserve in the Southern Pantanal that runs the only structured jaguar-tracking program in the South.
In the North, premium Porto Jofre itineraries add private boats and small groups, so you keep the wildlife without giving up comfort.
Pantanal photography tours
Built for the camera, our Pantanal photography tours run mainly around Porto Jofre, where full-day boat safaris and patient guides time your shots to the light and the animals.
A typical 6-day trip targets jaguars, caimans, giant otters, and hundreds of birds and suits professionals and keen amateurs alike.
Combine the Pantanal with Bonito or the Amazon
Most travelers pair the wetlands with a second stop. The Southern Pantanal connects naturally with Bonito and its crystal-clear rivers, while wildlife lovers often add the Amazon Rainforest for jungle immersion.
Whether you want a jaguar safari, a wildlife tour, a luxury lodge, or a photography tour, our Pantanal tours in Brazil pair you with the best tour operators and guides who know the wetlands firsthand.
