Pantanal

The Pantanal is a region in South America lying mostly in Western Brazil but extending into Bolivia as well. It is considered one of the world's largest and most diverse freshwater wetland ecosystems. The Pantanal is also one of Brazil's major tourist draws, for its wildlife.

Get in

There are daily flights from other Brazilian cities such as Rio and Sao Paulo to the gateway cities of Campo Grande, Corumba and Cuiaba, from where tours can be organised.

Do

• Photographic safaris
• Fishing
• Birdwatching
• Horseback riding
• Hiking
• Other tours - There is nothing ecological to The Pantanal Ecological Expedition, but it's one of the budget tours to the Pantanal. The way it is sold at the Campo Grand youth hostel can be annoying, to say the least, but it is still not a bad deal. For R$110 you camp three days in the Pantanal and activities include hiking and animal spotting, horseback riding and piranha fishing.

Eat

• Fish. Lots of.

Stay safe

Taking some insect repellent might be a good idea.

External links

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