Pantanal, Mato Grosso, Brazil
23 july to 30 August 2026
6 safaris | Best Guides & Drivers | Batch Led By Camilla Malvestiti
- Brazil
WHAT IS IT?
The Pantanal wetland is Brazil’s jaguar country—and a wildlife photographer’s
dream.
The world’s largest wetland, Brazil’s Pantanal is home to around 5,000 jaguars and is
the best place on earth to see the elusive cats in the wild. And at around 70,000sq
miles, the UNESCO world heritage site offers plenty of wildlife encounters, too.
Come with us on this amazing wildlife adventure! We will go on safari by boat along narrow channels and marshes to spot the elusive cat and many other species
like capybaras, caimans, and giant river otters.
This type of safari is also fantastic for bird watching. Some 740 bird species can be
found in these unique ecosystems, from giant jabiru storks to toucans and hyacinth
macaws, the world’s largest parrot.
WHERE IS PANTANAL?
Itinerary
Day 1
Departure from Cuiaba at
around 7am towards Porto Jofre
through Transpantaneira road
where we will start spotting local
flora and wildlife.
Lunch break at 12 pm.
We estimate to arrive to our first
lodge, Pousada Berço
Pantaneiro at around 4 pm.
Please note that we suggest all
participants to arrive in Cuiaba
one day prior to ensure we
leave early in the morning.
Day 2,3,4
Breakfast at 6 Am.
Then we will embark on small
engine safari boats specially
designed for wildlife photography,
sailing Cuiaba river and its small
creeks.
Lunch will be served on the boat.
We will spend 3 full days day
searching for wildlife (birds,
capibaras, giant otter, pantanal
deer,anteaters, tapir, caimans,
anacondas) and of course our
main target, the Jaguar.
We will return to the lodge at
around 6 pm.
Day 5
After breakfast, we will move to our next lodge, Pousada Rio Claro. We have lunch at 12 pm. After lunch, we will have a boat ride and in the evening, after dinner we will enjoy a night safari.
Day 6
After breakfast we will walk along a trail looking for birds and after lunch we will move to our last lodge, Pousada Piuval. Lunch, night viewing and sunrise tour.
Day 7
Today we will go for a walking trail and then we will go on a jeep safari. This is an opportunity to also sight the other species such as many birds and mammals.
Day 8
Today our tour comes to an end.
We will return to Cuiaba airport or your selected hotel.
double occupancy
4700 USD (per person)
Standard AC Rooms
(single occupancy)
5100 USD (per person)
Standard AC Rooms
Inclusions
- Accommodation in well appointed rooms and deluxe tents with attached WC and hot shower on double/single sharing basis for 6 nights.
- Services of a certified local guide
- Transfers Cuiaba - Porto Jofre - Cuiaba
- Accommodation with full board
- Safaris through pantanal and exclusive boat safaris for the group
- Water included along the expedition
- Services of a Beyond Wild wildlife expert cum travel guide.
Exclusions
- Any extra meals, beverages or any kind of personal expenses.
- International Flights (Can be arranged by us)
- Anything not mentioned in the list of inclusions
Terms and conditions
CANCELLATION – REFUND (on tour cost)
- If cancelled when less than 7 days remain for departure. 20% of tour cost refunded.
- If cancelled when less than 14 days remain for departure. 30% of tour cost refunded.
- If cancelled when less than 30 days remain for departure. 40% of tour cost refunded.
- If cancelled when more than 30 days remain for departure 60% of tour cost refunded.
- If cancelled when more than 60 days remain for departure 75% of tour cost refunded.
Booking Procedure
A 50% advance amount and a recognized Government Identity card (Aadhar, Pancard, Driver’s License, OCI, Passport, Voter’s ID, Government Employee’s ID, school/College ID) would all do for Indian nationals.
For non Indian nationals, only Passport is allowed.
It should be scanned and mailed at camilla.malvestiti@gmail.com or alternatively WhatsApp at 07827408095.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions answers about stays and more
What’s the difference between a group tour and a private tour?
Group tours are fixed date departures to some of our most popular destinations. You can buy a seat for one of those and you will share the jeep with other participants.
A private tour is a totally customized trip that we will craft around your preferences. You can choose the dates, the park and the accommodation category.
How much in advance shall I plan a safari trip?
It is important to plan your trip well in advance. For the Indian national parks, we recommend a minimum of 4 to 6 months prior to the date. Visiting a national park in India requires the booking of permits. These are issued in a limited number to control the capacity of the park and they get sold out quite fast.
For Africa, we recommend booking at least 6 months in advance during peak season (June to September) and 2-3 months for the rest of the year.
Can you organize a safari trip using luxury properties?
Absolutely. We work with the best hotels and camps in every destination and we are able to include the best luxury properties for your holiday.
What makes your safari trips special?
We have extensive experience as tour operators, naturalists and wildlife photographers. We (the founders) are on field for months every year and have a deep knowledge of all the destinations and of their sightings opportunities. We work with the best team of guides, drivers and trackers with whom we have established a personal relationship over the years.
I am a wildlife photographer. Can you tailor- make a trip based on my requirements?
Absolutely. We are wildlife photographers ourselves and we know the importance of a great team who understands key factors such as jeep positioning, angle and light. We can offer specially modified jeeps for photography in all destinations. Rest assured that you will go back with photos that tell a memorable story!
I want to combine wildlife and cultural visits / sightseeing. Can you organize that as well?
Yes, we can also organize your cultural tour in India and in our other destinations. Based on your requirements we will craft a personalized itinerary and we will take care of hotels, transportation, guides and anything you need.
What’s the best time of the year to go on a safari?
For India, most parks are open from 1 October to 30 June. October and November are the post-monsoon months, and the forest is dense and green. December to the beginning of March is winter, the weather is crisp and the light beautiful. Summer starts from the end of April to June. This is the time when the weather is gets warmer and the number of tiger sightings peak.
For Africa, it all depends on the destination. If you want to see the Great Migration of wildebeests, the season is from June to the end of September. This destination is great during the other months as well, when the crowds are less and you can experience multiple sightings of big cats and other animals.
