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Savanna Tableland – Geologically older than the Andes Mountains, the Chapada dos Guimarães Tableland with its average altitude of 760 m, is the source to almost all main rivers and waters that run into the Pantanal. Its waterfalls, creeks, rock formations covered with cerrado (savannah-like or scrub) vegetation and exotic wildlife give this National Park an unbeaten beauty.

DAY 1 CUIABÁ - SAVANNA TABLELANDS

Arrival at Cuiaba airport. Reception and transfer in AIR CONDITIONED VAN, to the tablelands of Chapada dos Guimaraes National Park distance 60 km from Cuiabá by paved road.

Accommodation at the PARK ECOLODGE. Check in and lunch at the “Teta da Loba” Restaurant.

After short rest we drive along the Chapada dos Guimarães cliff to the “mystical” Stone City, from where we enjoy a bird eye view over the entire National Park.

With some luck we may see or at least hear the red & green macaws that nest on those sand walls.

Dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

DAY 2 - SAVANNA TABLELAND - PANTANAL LOWLANDS

After breakfast, visit Chapada National Park, hiking along wonderful trails, full of adventure and invigorating showers in mineral waterfalls that are part of the park’s water circuit.

For lunch, enjoy typical dishes of this region while seated in front of a breathtaking view of the canyon surrounding Bridal Veil Fall.

After lunch departure to Pantanal Lowlands. While crossing the area, it is possible to spot and appreciate the local flora & fauna. Late afternoon hike along 900m trail to a 25m high observation tower for a “bird eye” view over surrounding forest, marsh and fields.

After dinner, night tour to observe nocturnal environment. Overnight at Araras Eco Lodge. (B, L, D,)

DAY 3 - PANTANAL LOWLANDS

Full day dedicated to observing the Pantanal’s flora & fauna at the Araras Eco Lodge private reserve.

After breakfast, the guide will lead you on a 2 to 3 hour horseback ride through the pastures, woods and wetlands.

Lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, the guide will lead you on a hike in a different area of the private reserve, allowing you to observe and learn more of the local environment.

Overnight at Araras Eco Lodge. (B, L, D)

After breakfast travel down private dirt roads, to Sentinela Camp on the edge of the Rio Clarinho.

Canoe tour to spot aquatic wildlife, birds and flora; possibility of piranha fishing. Brazilian churrasco style picnic lunch along the banks of the river.

Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight. (B, L, D)

DAY 5 - PANTANAL LOWLANDS - CUIABÁ

After breakfast, photo-safari along the Transpantaneira Park Road and return to Cuiabá. Drop off at airport or city hotel. (B, , )