Caiman Ecological Refuge

Nestled amidst native trees, Araras is a wonderful wildlife lodge whose design sits in perfect harmony with the surrounding environment, a charming base for exploring the resident flora and fauna. Conservation is at the heart of the lodge and Araras has spearheaded initiatives to increase the number of Hyacinth Macaws and Giant river otters within the region. Food is a simple yet hearty affair served in a separate dining room with a special focus on traditional pantaneiro cuisine. The surroun...

Set amidst glorious gallery forest and well-watered plains between Lakes Sia Mariana and Chacorore, the Pousada Rio Mutum offers a wonderful introduction to Brazil’s Pantanal. The Lodge sits in 9 hectares of well-maintained grounds beneath the leafy shelter of mango trees which attract a wide variety of birdlife. There is handsome pool ringed with loungers perfect for cooling off in the afternoon while additional facilities include a gift-shop and terrace bar. The Pantanal is a paradise for...

The Pousada Aguape is a traditional family-run farm and eco-lodge perched on the southern edge of the Pantanal. The ranch has been in the same family for over 150 years and although certainly rustic, a sense of rich pioneering history flows throughout. Guests eat together in the open-sided dining room and meals are a hearty mix of traditional dishes served buffet style. Much of the produce is sourced from the farm and you may even sample local delicacies such as piranha soup.
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