Northern Pantanal Safari

What makes it special

• DAY 1: Cuiabá
• DAY 2: Cuiabá – Piuval Farm
• DAY 3: Piuval Farm
• DAY 4: Piuval Farm – Taiamã Reserve (Baiazinha)
• DAY 5: Taiamã Reserve (Baiazinha)
• DAY 6: Taiamã Reserve (Baiazinha)
• DAY 7: Taiamã Reserve (Baiazinha) – Pantanal (Porto Jofre)

Your journey, day by day

1. 1

   Day 1 — DAY 1: Cuiabá

   Arrival in the city of Cuiabá.Transfer to Deville Prime Cuiabá Hotel. Check-in and rest.

2. 2

   Day 2 — DAY 2: Cuiabá – Piuval Farm

   After breakfast, departure from Cuiabá towards the Pantanal.Transfer to the Poconé region and then to Piuval Lodge (approximately 3.5–4 hours with stops).Wildlife observation stops along the way.Arrival at the lodge for lunch. Check-in and rest.At dusk — night safari in search of nocturnal animals: ocelots, pumas, giant anteaters, tapirs, crab-eating foxes, owls, and others.Dinner at the lodge.

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   Day 3 — DAY 3: Piuval Farm

   A full day dedicated to safari.Daytime jeep safari observing diverse wildlife — from tapirs and ocelots to large birds such as jabiru storks and hyacinth macaws. Safaris are led by professional guides who know where and when sightings are most likely, including jaguars.Return to the lodge, dinner.After dinner — second night safari to search for mammals and other nocturnal species (great horned owl, nightjars, etc.).Safaris are conducted in small groups together with other lodge guests.

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   Day 4 — DAY 4: Piuval Farm – Taiamã Reserve (Baiazinha)

   After breakfast, departure from Piuval towards Taiamã Reserve.Transfer to Baiazinha Lodge (approximately 4–5 hours depending on road conditions).Arrival, check-in, lunch.After lunch — land safari in the surrounding area, introduction to local fauna and landscapes.Dinner at the lodge.

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   Day 5 — DAY 5: Taiamã Reserve (Baiazinha)

   After breakfast — full-day boat safari along the Paraguay River and its channels. We will search for jaguars, giant otters, various bird species, and other Pantanal wildlife.Lunch is served on the boat. Return to the lodge in the afternoon. Dinner.

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   Day 6 — DAY 6: Taiamã Reserve (Baiazinha)

   Another full day of boat safari along the Paraguay River and its bays to maximize wildlife observation and photography opportunities.Lunch on the boat. Return to the lodge. Dinner.

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   Day 7 — DAY 7: Taiamã Reserve (Baiazinha) – Pantanal (Porto Jofre)

   After breakfast, departure towards Porto Jofre.Transfer to a lodge in Porto Jofre on the Cuiabá River (approximately 4–5 hours including travel along the Transpantaneira with stops).Wildlife viewing opportunities along the road.Upon arrival — walk around the area in search of wildlife and hyacinth macaws.Dinner at the Porto Jofre lodge. DAYS 8–9: Pantanal — Jaguar Tracking Two full days on the Cuiabá River dedicated to searching for jaguars and observing wildlife during private boat safaris.We will explore the most promising river sections and tributaries, enter narrow channels, and, when possible, venture into riverbank forests to observe birds and mammals.The main goal is to find jaguars and approach them as closely as possible. Sometimes the distance can be reduced to less than 10 meters (while strictly following safety rules and the guide’s instructions).An experienced naturalist guide will accompany you, greatly increasing the chances of successful sightings.In addition to jaguars, many other animals can be seen: caimans, iguanas, and giant otters bask on the banks, capybaras wander along the trails, and bright blue macaws soar above or perch in the trees.

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   Day 10 — DAY 10: Pantanal – Cuiabá

   After breakfast — transfer to Cuiabá airport (approximately 5–6 hours depending on road conditions).Departure home or continuation of your journey. Program Cost Per person (based on double occupancy): 11’400 USD Included All transfers by private vehicle (4x4) according to the program Professional naturalist guides in each lodge Private English-speaking guide throughout the trip Accommodation as per program: