Jaguar Tour & Rio De Janeiro

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This region of Brazil has become world famous for the high likelihood of jaguar sightings (July-November). Finish your trip with three days exploring the mesmerizing metropolis of Rio de Janeiro.  
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Explore one of the continent’s best places for wildlife viewing
    • Cruise from your floating hotel in search of jaguars
    • Visit the beaches of this sparkling coastal metropolis

What's this trip about?

    This region of Brazil has become world famous for the high likelihood of jaguar sightings (July-November). Finish your trip with three days exploring the mesmerizing metropolis of Rio de Janeiro.  

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Safari
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Safari

Trip includes

    • Includes accommodations at first class hotels that reflect the best of local culture
    • Includes excursions and tours with superb private guides

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Itinerary

DAY 1:  WELCOME TO CUIABÁ / PANTANAL

Fly into Cuiabá,
 gateway to the Amazon and the Pantanal, where your private guide will welcome you to the country and take you to your lodge. Arrive to your rustic but comfortable lodge, and enjoy a briefing with your guides to go over your excursion options for the following days.

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a variety of excursions to explore this natural ecosystem
: hiking and trail walking, horseback riding, Jeep 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.

DAY 4: 

BOARD YOUR JAGUAR HOUSE BOAT

Head into the Pantanal, the world’s largest continuous wetland,
and arrive to your hotel, a floating boutique lodge anchored on one of the bays of the Paraguay River. Take a late afternoon river safari to begin your search for jaguars.

DAYS 5-6: 

JAGUAR SPOTTING IN THE PANTANAL

Spend these days exploring the Taiaman Ecological Reserve
 and the banks and channels of the Paraguay River, looking for the 

jaguars 
and other wildlife that make their home in this area.

DAY 7: 

FLY TO RIO DE JANEIRO

Fly out of the jungle to Rio,
 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.

DAY 8: 

CHRIST STATUE AND HISTORIC SANTA TERESA

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 neighbo...
relaxed morning on your own
, head up Sugar Loaf Mountain on a 

cable car
 for privileged views of Guanabara Bay, Corcovado, Rio-Niteroi Bridge, Santa Cruz Fortress, and the glittering scenery of Rio.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $6,150
Price per day$615
Last Updated: 7/13/2023

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • 9 breakfast
  • 5 lunch
  • 6 dinner
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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