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Ecotourism in Brazil is reaching new heights this season with the launch of immersive circuits connecting the Amazon Rainforest to the Pantanal wetlands. The Portuguese agency Pinto Lopes Viagens has crafted a unique itinerary tailored for international travelers and nature enthusiasts, focusing heavily on native wildlife observation. This breathtaking journey begins in the state of Amazonas and concludes in the country’s vibrant center-west region, showcasing the very best of Brazilian biodiversity.
In Manaus, the gateway to the Amazon, the itinerary features a stay at the Uiara Amazon Lodge, an incredible floating jungle retreat surrounded by regional rivers. Travelers will enjoy boat expeditions across Lake Salvador and the Janauari Ecological Park—a protected area that is home to magnificent Samaumeira trees reaching up to 70 meters in height. The Amazonian schedule also features a cultural visit to the iconic Amazon Theatre, a spectacular opera house inaugurated in 1896.
World-Class Visitor Infrastructure in Mato Grosso do Sul
The expedition through the Pantanal biome begins in Campo Grande and Aquidauana, municipalities located within a massive, continuous wetland spanning 150,000 square kilometers. The cataloged biodiversity in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul is astounding, boasting 698 bird species, 80 types of mammals, and 260 species of fish. Groups stay at Pousada Aguapé, a welcoming lodge that serves as the perfect basecamp for thrilling 4×4 safari crossings.
In the eco-paradise municipality of Bonito, tourism is strictly regulated to preserve nature, requiring visitors to follow predetermined paths in the world-renowned river snorkeling areas. The tour’s careful organization outlines the following operational highlights for visitors:
- Gruta do Lago Azul (Blue Lake Cave): A descent down 300 limestone steps leading to a mesmerizing, crystal-clear subterranean lake plunging 80 meters deep.
- Parque das Cascatas (Waterfall Park): A scenic 1,600-meter trail circuit that follows the beautiful banks of the Mimoso River.
- Recanto Ecológico Rio da Prata: A 2-kilometer preparatory hike through untouched primary forest, followed by a stunning 2,500-meter snorkeling drift in pristine waters.
The region also features the spectacular Buraco das Araras (Macaw Sinkhole), a 100-meter deep geological formation in the nearby town of Jardim. Access to this natural wonder is operated via a scenic trail that loops around the crater’s 500-meter circumference, offering prime birdwatching opportunities. This unforgettable Brazilian adventure concludes in the modernist capital of Brasília, where travelers board their return flights with Latam and TAP from the international airport.