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Experience the rhythms and unique culture of Rio de Janeiro before exploring the Pantanal, one of the best places in South America for wildlife viewing.
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We tailor itineraries to your dates and interests, adjusting hotels, excursions and length as desired.
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All itineraries are fully customizable. We will send you a personalized variation that reflects your interests and travel dates at no extra cost. Call to discuss your travel plans with one of our Specialists who know this region firsthand.
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Arrive to Rio de Janeiro, a coastal metropolis, where your private guide will take you to your hotel on Copacabana Beach. This is one of the best locations in the city; many of Rio’s best restaurants, boutiques, and cafes are located here and in neighboring Ipanema and Leblon.
The Hotel Arpoador is located right on Ipanema Beach, close to the city's main attractions. Enjoy the hotel's excellent restaurant and rooftop pool and lounge, overlooking Ipanema Beach and Rio's sparkling coastline.
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Get to know beautiful Rio with your private local guide. Head to the top of Corcovado Mountain to the iconic Cristo Redentor statue, where you can take in one of the best views in the world. Afterward, visit the Tijuca Forest National Park, the largest urban forest in the world. Drive through the historic Santa Teresa neighborhood, filled with mansions dating from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and see Rio’s bustling downtown.
*Includes: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy a day at leisure to explore the city. Take a trip to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, visit the botanical gardens, or spend the day at one of Rio’s many wonderful beaches. The day is yours to enjoy!
*Includes: Breakfast
Fly to Cuiaba, where your private guide will meet you and drive you into the Pantanal, where you will arrive to your lodge. Here you will have a briefing with your guides to learn about your activity options for the coming days.
Araras Eco Lodge is located in the Pantanal, the world's largest continuous wetland. The rustic lodge offers 19 air conditioned rooms, a restaurant and bar, swimming pool, large verandas with hammocks, and a reading room. The lodge is well-situated for a variety of excursions in the Pantanal, including trekking, canoeing, bird-watching, horseback riding, truck photo-safaris, night tours, and more.
*Includes: Breakfast, Dinner
Alternative lodging options: Pousada Rio Mutum: Pantanal Eco-Lodge , Caiman Ecological Refuge , Refugio da Ilha Lodge
Your exact activities will vary, but the Araras Lodge offers a variety of excursions to explore this natural ecosystem: trail walks, caiman tours, photo safaris, canoeing, and more. The Pantanal is one of the best places in South America for wildlife viewing, and your guides will help you spot the local species and make the most of your time.
*Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you will say goodbye to your local guide and head to the airport for your flight home or to your next destination.
Take in a samba show in Rio; we’ll arrange an evening at one of our local favorites, an intimate and authentic venue.
Hike with your private guide up Tijuca Peak, the highest peak in Rio, for rewarding views of the city and coastline.
Enjoy a private tour of Rio’s street art, learning about the history and politics of this unique art form.
Journey out to the Juatinga Peninsular Eco-reserve, Brazil’s only tropical fjord, to visit the the Saco do Mamanguá. This is a unique marine ecosystem in the Paraty region, and the area offers great hiking and beach swimming.
Include some downtime for rest and relaxation! Some free time to unwind or have a massage will allow you to feel refreshed and ready for the remainder of your trip. Many of our properties include excellent spas or wellness centers. We can help arrange these services or include properties that offer health & wellness amenities.
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