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| ARARAS PANTANAL ECO LODGE |
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The PANTANAL, the largest
continuous wetland on the planet, declared a World Heritage
Site and Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO,
is South America's primary wildlife sanctuary.
With a total area of approximately 150,000 km² and located
in the center of the continent, the Pantanal is a biogeographic
mixing bowl containing elements of the Amazon Forest,
the Caatinga, the Brazilian Savannah, the Atlantic Rainforest
and the Paraguayan Chaco. |
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| Wet Season - February to
April |
Dry Season - August to
October |
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| This fantastic biodiversity includes:
698 birds species, 80 mammals, 260 fish species and 50
reptiles. |
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 Located
amidst all this is the ARARAS ECO LODGE
(16º 30' 42.3" S; 56º 42' 39.4" W).
Built in harmony with the environment, without renouncing
comfort, the lodge is reachable all year-round
by car via the Transpantaneira Park Road, 132
km (82 mi) south of Cuiabá (the capital of the State
of Mato Grosso) On a 2h30 exciting safári-transfer,
in air-conditioned vehicle.
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| From this lodge, with its enviably preserved
surroundings, it is possible to do first-class bird-watching,
trekking in pristine forest, canoeing, horseback riding,
truck photo-safaris, night tours, two exciting tree top
look outs with 12 and 25 m high and much more, all under
the assistance of expert bilingual naturalist guides.
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| FACILITIES: ARARAS ECO LODGE,
a rustic and regional construction, offers 19 comfortable
air conditioned rooms, windows with mosquito netting,
ceiling fan and private bathrooms (cold and hot shower). |
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| Excellent regional food, bar, swimming
pool with covered deck, large verandas with hammocks.
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| ACTIVITIES: The
ARARAS ECO LODGE offers a variety of low environment
impact activities, rich in adventure and excitement. |
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| TREKKING: Several
paths lead visitors to a close contact with its
exuberant and varied flora as well as wildlife.
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HORSEBACK RIDING:
This is an excellent way to discover the open-grass
land and forest, regardless of flooded or dry season. |
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| JEEP PHOTO-SAFARI:
For longer distances, day and night wildlife spotting. |
CANOEING TRIP:
Paddling or “piranha” fishing along the rivers are
certainly exciting yet relaxing ways to enjoy this
untamed nature. |
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LECTURE: After dinner,
meeting to discuss the day activities, the culture, the
nature, and particularities of the region.
REGULAR TRANSFERS:
From Cuiabá Airport to ARARAS ECO LODGE
12:30 pm and 4:30 pm.
From ARARAS ECO LODGE to Cuiabá Airport
08:30 am and 12:30 pm.
PRIVATE TRANSFERS:
Upon request.
INCLUDING:
Overnight, full board (drinks not included), activities,
English / Portuguese speaking naturalist guides, for French,
Spanish, German speaking guide under request.
ADDITIONAL: To enhance the benefits of
this sanctuary on your body, mind, and soul, we offer
optional bodywork and relaxation session.
Consult us at PANTANAL EXPLORER (info@pantanalexplorer.com.br)
about other programs including CHAPADA dos GUIMARÃES
tableland, and the AMAZON FOREST.
Special interest tours for birdwatchers,
photographers, botanics, adventure, horseback riding,
camping, etc., upon request. |
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