16 NIGHT/17 DAY LUXURY CONSERVATION JOURNEY

A TAILOR MADE JOURNEY DISCOVERING THE BRAZILIAN AMAZON, NORTH AND SOUTH PANTANAL AND RIO DE JANEIRO

This comprehensive itinerary showcases the very best of the Brazilian Amazon, both North and South Pantanal – and ends in Rio De Janeiro.

 Your adventure starts in Cuiabá – the gateway to the northern Pantanal – where the rhythm of Brazilian life blends with the proximity to one of the world’s most vital ecological sanctuaries.  During this Journey you will stay at lodges chosen for thier involvement in conservation of the fragile ecosystems surrounding them.

Your first stop is to the heart of the Amazon, staying at Cristalino Jungle Lodge situated in a private reserve known for its critical role in the Amazon’s biodiversity. The lodge is surrounded by a vast tract of pristine rainforest that serves as a refuge for countless species, including rare birds and elusive wildlife, offering you a front-row seat to the Amazon’s ecological abundance. Engage in activities such as canoeing on mirror-like waters and hiking through trails rich with flora and fauna, enhanced by the knowledge that this lodge actively participates in conservation efforts.

Continue to the Pantanal, the world’s largest tropical wetland area. Here you will enjoy 3 nights at Porto Jofre staying on a unique houseboat on the river with two daily water safaris. This region is crucial for the study of ecological processes, and it boasts the highest concentration of wildlife in South America. Here, you can spot jaguars, caiman, capybaras, tapir, oceslot, giant river otters and hundreds of bird species in their natural habitats, making it a truly extraordinary destination for nature lovers. Both your accommodations are actively involved in conservation

Conclude your journey in Rio de Janeiro, a city that pulses with energy and beauty. From the awe-inspiring views atop Corcovado Mountain, where the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue resides, to the panoramic vistas from Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio offers a stunning array of natural and man-made highlights.

We can tweak this itinerary to suit your budget and interests – please ask!

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