Caiman Pantanal Lodge Tour (4 days)
4 days duration
Pantanal & Mato Grosso do Sul Wildlife Experience
The Pantanal is the largest contiguous wetland on the planet. Declared a World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, it is South America’s primary wildlife sanctuary. With a total area of approximately 150,000 square km and located in the centre of the continent, the Pantanal is a biogeographic mixing bowl containing elements of the Amazonian Forest, the Brazilian Savannah and the Atlantic Rainforest.
This fantastic biodiversity includes many species of mammals, fishes, reptiles and an enormous variety of native birds. The Pantanal is therefore the best place in South America for flora and fauna.
Climate of the Pantanal
The Pantanal’s landscape is ever-changing. The summers are hot, with an average maximum of 32 degrees Celsius and in the winter, it is usually dry and cool, with an average maximum of 21 degrees Celsius.
The Wet Season - from December to March
As a result of the summer rains parts of the Pantanal becomes submerged with water, the flora and fauna are rejuvenated and the Pantanal enters some of its most exuberant annual periods.
The Receding Waters Season - from April to June
In April, the rains stop and the water levels begin to recede, forming small lakes and ponds. Thousands of fish become trapped in these reservoirs, creating a virtual buffet for various species of aquatic birds. The average temperature is milder and the night skies are filled with stars.
The Dry Season - from July to November
This is the best time to observe the wildlife. As the lagoons shrink from a lack of rain, the terrain opens up and land transportation becomes possible. The drying fields provide excellent grazing areas, attracting animals in search of food, while the drying ponds provide a source of water. Around August the trees begin to flower and they intensify, as the dry season progresses, into November.
| Day 1 |
Campo Grande / Pantanal |
On arrival into Campo Grande you are met and transferred to your lodge, the Caiman Ecological Reserve in the heart of the Pantanal, for a fabulous three night stay. (LD)
After breakfast you will be taken out on your first excursion. The excursions vary according to the season in which you visit. They include nature walks, photographic and nocturnal safaris, horseback riding, canoeing and culture tours to meet the “pantaneiros” (stockmen). In the late afternoon you again head out on another exciting Pantanal adventure. (BLD)
Today’s activities will follow the same pattern as yesterday except different excursions will be undertaken in consultation with you. (BLD)
| Day 4 |
Pantanal / Campo Grande |
After breakfast you bid farewell to the Pantanal when you depart the lodge and are taken back to Campo Grande. Here your Pantanal tour packages ends. (B)
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