From a vibrant city to stunning falls and incredible wildlife
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Itinerary highlights
- Soaking up the cosmopolitan city of Sao Paulo, the heart of modern Brazilian culture
- Viewing the incredible Iguassu Falls from both the Brazilian and Argentinian side
- Gaining a unique perspective of the falls during a memorable helicopter flight
- Taking advantage of the numerous nature and wildlife-based activities offered by Caiman
- Tracking the elusive and mesmerising jaguars amid the wild of Brazil's Pantanal
What's included
- Luxury accommodation throughout
- Private transfers
- Private tours and experiences showcasing the beauty and diversity of Brazil
- Full support from your travel designer and concierge before, during and after your trip
- Our help with restaurant recommendations and reservations
- Expert guides in each destination
At a glance
The most rewarding of Latin American adventures, this ten-day itinerary delivers a flavour of Brazil’s wild side. You’ll go from the hustle and bustle of a modern metropolis to the grandest of natural phenomenon and most breathtaking of wildlife.
Brazil’s natural world is incredibly varied and in no way understated, in fact, on this trip alone you’ll encounter the the largest waterfall system in the world and the world’s largest tropical wetland. Its cities are just as captivating, and in Sao Paulo, you have a city which is the most populous in Brazil, the western hemisphere and the southern hemisphere, and one of the most diverse.
Your Brazilian adventure begins in this nation-sized city recognised as the heart of modern Brazil. The city’s history of immigration has helped to create a cosmopolitan and multicultural identity throughout Sao Paulo, something you’ll discover in everything from its food to its music, ensuring it’s one of the world’s most evocative cities.
Your next stop sees you visit the natural wonder of the Iguassu Falls, enhanced by private tours that see you explore the falls from both the Brazilian and Argentinian side, as well as enjoy a boat trip on the water and a helicopter flight over the falls. More blissful nature awaits in Brazil’s Pantanal region, home to an incredible array of flora and fauna, including the elusive and majestic Pantanal jaguar which you will track during your stay.
Example trip itinerary
Sao Paulo
Transfer
Private Transfer to your hotel in Sao Paulo
Accommodation in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo
Overview
The Fasano Sao Paulo is simply a world class hotel, with an understated style, complete luxury and impeccable service throughout.
Located in Jardims, just off of the famous shopping street of Oscar Freire, there’s much to do in the immediate vicinity (an important consideration in a city of this scale).
The Fasano’s facilities are all top class, with a spa, a bar and two restaurants which are among the very best in the Sao Paulo (the Fasano family, built their reputation on their restaurants before moving into hotels).
All the rooms in the Fasano have been decorated with a real eye for quality; every item, fixture and fitting has been carefully sourced and the rooms are extremely comfortable and spacious.
All in all, the Fasano Sao Paulo is a class act throughout.
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Overview
One of the top luxury hotels in Brazil, the Emiliano is a pleasure from start to finish. Set on Rua Oscar Freire (the most exclusive street in Sao Paulo) the location is perfect. The service here is outstanding and is consistently rated amongst the best in Brazil.
This boutique hotel has just 56 suites each with contemporary Brazilian furnishings mixed with iconic Eames pieces, Hungarian goose-down pillows and fine Egyptian-cotton linens. For a culinary treat, the Champagne & Caviar Bar offers a selection of rare caviar and European roes.
→ Find out moreYour days are free to explore and enjoy the cosmopolitan city of Sao Paulo. You'll have our recommendations of excellent restaurants and bars to make sure you make the most of your stay.
Take a private city tour of Sao Paulo's highlights, the self-appointed heart of modern Brazilian culture. This is a huge city and your tour will depend on your interests, but possible stops include the Liberdade neighbourhood, home to one of the largest Japanese populations outside Japan. You might also stop by the Sé Square, the city's central square, Ibirapuera Park - the biggest green space in central São Paulo - and Patio do Colegio, the site where the city was founded in 1554.
Transfer
Private Transfer to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport
Flight
Flight from Sao Paulo to Iguassu
Transfer
Private transfer from Iguassu airport to your hotel
Iguassu Falls
Accommodation in Iguassu Falls
Iguassu Falls
Overview
Actually inside the national park on the Brazilian side, this luxury property is ideally located. Walking out from the lobby one can hear the thunder of the falls and the hotel is surrounded by lush tropical rainforest.
The hotel has been recently refurbished throughout to a high standard and in keeping with the colonial mansion style of the hotel’s original design.
The hotel has large rooms with high ceilings, hard wood flooring and period style furniture. There is a large pool area in the rear to relax at with a drink after a day exploring the falls.
→ Find out moreIguassu Falls is a must-see wonder of the world, spanning 2.5km with a whopping 250 different cascades, surrounded by the beautiful Iguassu rainforrest and several walking trails. Found on the border of the Argentine province of Misiones and the Brazilian state of Paraná, together they are the largest waterfall system on earth. Here you will feel totally enveloped in Brazil's natural world, hundreds of miles away from any bustling city.
A stunning tour of Iguassu, where you'll get a chance to really get up close to the falls. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and bring you by private vehicle to the entrance of the park on the Argentinian side. You'll then be taking the rest of the tour mainly on foot. Exploring the various wooden walkways that lead through the national park close up to the many chutes of the falls.
One of the most spectacular sites of the falls is the Devil's Throat, which sees the largest flow of water. In order to visit the Devil’s Throat, you must board the train at the Main Station or at the Cataratas Station, close to the Upper Circuit. For those who love trekking, there's the one-kilometre-long Sendero Verde (Green Trail) that connects the Visitors Centre to the Cataratas Station and to the Upper Circuit.
Once you're at the Devil’s Throat Station, you'll have to walk for 1.100 metres on a flat catwalk built over the Upper Iguassu River. This catwalk crosses several islands. Once you get to the end of the catwalks, you'll be surprised by a strategic lookout point resting on the side of the gorgeous Devil’s Throat.
Take a stunning flight over the breathtaking falls for a unique perspective and unforgettable views.
Transfer
Private transfer from your hotel to Iguassu airport
Flight
Flight from Iguassu to Sao Paulo
Flight
Flight from Sao Paulo to Campo Grande
Transfer
Transfer to your lodgings in the Pantanal
The Pantanal
Accommodation in The Pantanal
The Pantanal
Highlights
- Choose between 18 delightful suites or pick Baiazinha, their exclusive private villa
- Set out on exciting safaris onboard 4x4 open vehicles
- Go on a nocturnal excursion to discover the nighttime habits of animals
- Immerse yourself in the flora and fauna and learn more about the Pantanal
- Observe jaguars in their natural habitat
Overview
Rising from the Pantanal – Brazil’s enormous wetland, Casa Caiman beckons guests to discover a land of immense biodiversity. This century-old ranch has been transformed into 18 suites. Just a stone’s throw from Casa Caiman is Baiazinha, the lodge’s private villa which comes with six bedrooms. Baiazinha is architecturally laid out in the shape of a bird, with each of its six rooms occupying one of the bird’s wings and offering breathtaking views of the sunset over the wetlands.
Inside, every aspect of the interiors and design celebrates the region with Brazilian furniture and artwork. From here, enjoy direct access to the Pantanal, the largest wetland plain on the planet and a designated UNESCO World Natural Heritage and World Biosphere Reserve. As part of your stay at Casa Caiman, you’re entitled to daily activities ranging from Jeep safaris, Canadian canoe trips, nocturnal spotlighting and nature walks, each led by local expert naturalists. There’s also the opportunity to spot hyacinth macaw and the elusive jaguar in their natural habitat.
Casa Caiman not only allows much of its land to remain wild but also operates on a sustainable cycle involving livestock, ecotourism and environmental research. In collaboration with the NGO Onçafari, the lodge promotes photographic safaris aimed at enhancing visitors’ understanding of nature. These safaris ensure that animals maintain their wild behaviour while becoming accustomed to safari vehicles without perceiving them as a threat.
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The impact of your stay:
- Established in 2004, the Private Reserve of Natural Patrimony Dona Aracy covers one-tenth of Caiman’s territory, encompassing 5,600 hectares.Selected with the help of University of São Paulo researchers, the reserve aims to safeguard local flora and fauna. Casa Caiman collaborates with non-profits to monitor environmental impacts and mitigate the effects of their operations in the area.
- Casa Caiman supports the preservation of wildlife in the area through various initiatives, including jaguar conservation with Onçafari, Hyacinth macaw conservation with the Hyacinth Macaw Institute, herpetofauna bioacoustics research with UFMS, bat research with the Hyacinth Macaw Institute and the ‘PPV – True Parrot Project’ for the Turquoise-fronted Parrot in Mato Grosso do Sul. They are also starting a partnership with the Tamandua Institute for Xenarthran research and conservation.
- As a guest, your stay helps support local institutions. Through funding, Casa Caiman contributes to the Associations of Parents and Friends of the Exceptional, which are dedicated to the habilitation, rehabilitation and inclusion of individuals with disabilities into Brazilian community life.
Explore the Pantanal from Caiman Ecological Refuge on a program that includes two activities per day, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, and one nocturnal excursion. These may include walking tour in surrounding area on trails through the forest to observe flora and fauna, or through the ranch and research centres, ending at Paizinho’s bridge, an excellent place to observe the Spectacled Caimans. They'll also be photographic safaris on specially adapted vehicles where you'll try to find a wider variety of animals, canoe trips out onto the waters and night time wildlife watching.
Spend a full day and evening with the Jaguar Habituation Team. You'll head out in the morning and get involved in their daily activities, searching for the ever elusive jaguar. The team spends a huge amount of time searching for the animals themselves as well as for clues that point in the right direction when the nocturnal jaguars get active as the sun sets.
Together with the team, you will check camera traps for any sign of them, look for tracks on the ground, try to locate kills that jaguars might have made during the previous night, check data from satellites that follow the collared animals, and even search for them via a receiver that can capture VHF signals emitted by their collars. You may have a chance to experience tracking on foot with the trained trackers, to see firsthand pictures taken by the camera traps.
Once a sign of the animal is found, you will attempt to locate it in order to further the habituation process. More often than not you will be likely to find the approximate location of the cats during the day, increasing your chances of finding them at night. Depending on circumstances, you will set out at sunset or just after dinner in order to see the jaguars. You will also be given a full presentation on the project’s work and objectives at the base station.
Transfer
Private transfer to Campo Grande airport
Flight
Flight from Campo Grande to Sao Paulo
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The most rewarding of Latin American adventures, this ten-day itinerary delivers a flavour of Brazil’s wild side. You’ll go from the hustle and bustle of a modern metropolis to the grandest of natural phenomenon and most breathtaking of wildlife. Brazil’s natural world is incredibly varied and in no way understated, in fact, on this trip alone you’ll encounter the the largest waterfall system in the world and the world’s largest tropical wetland. Its cities are just as captivating, and in Sao Paulo, you have a city which is the most populous in Brazil, the western hemisphere and the southern hemisphere, and one of the most diverse. Your Brazilian adventure begins in this nation-sized city recognised as the heart of modern Brazil. The city’s history of immigration has helped to create a cosmopolitan and multicultural identity throughout Sao Paulo, something you’ll discover in everything from its food to its music, ensuring it’s one of the world’s most evocative cities. Your next stop sees you visit the natural wonder of the Iguassu Falls, enhanced by private tours that see you explore the falls from both the Brazilian and Argentinian side, as well as enjoy a boat trip on the water and a helicopter flight over the falls. More blissful nature awaits in Brazil’s Pantanal region, home to an incredible array of flora and fauna, including the elusive and majestic Pantanal jaguar which you will track during your stay. | Whats included?
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Days 1-3 |
Sao Paulo |
Flights & transfers
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Accommodation in Sao Paulo
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Fasano Sao Paulo - $$$$$
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Hotel Emiliano - $$$$$
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Two nights in Sao Paulo Your days are free to explore and enjoy the cosmopolitan city of Sao Paulo. You'll have our recommendations of excellent restaurants and bars to make sure you make the most of your stay. |
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Sao Paulo city tour Take a private city tour of Sao Paulo's highlights, the self-appointed heart of modern Brazilian culture. This is a huge city and your tour will depend on your interests, but possible stops include the Liberdade neighbourhood, home to one of the largest Japanese populations outside Japan. You might also stop by the Sé Square, the city's central square, Ibirapuera Park - the biggest green space in central São Paulo - and Patio do Colegio, the site where the city was founded in 1554. |
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Flights & transfers
Private Transfer to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport |
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Flight from Sao Paulo to Iguassu | |
Private transfer from Iguassu airport to your hotel | |
Days 3-6 |
Iguassu Falls |
Accommodation in Iguassu Falls
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Hotel Das Cataratas - $$$$$
Actually inside the national park on the Brazilian side, this luxury property is ideally...
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Three nights in Iguassu Falls Iguassu Falls is a must-see wonder of the world, spanning 2.5km with a whopping 250 different cascades, surrounded by the beautiful Iguassu rainforrest and several walking trails. Found on the border of the Argentine province of Misiones and the Brazilian state of Paraná, together they are the largest waterfall system on earth. Here you will feel totally enveloped in Brazil's natural world, hundreds of miles away from any bustling city. |
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Private tour to Iguassu Falls Argentinean side, including boat trip A stunning tour of Iguassu, where you'll get a chance to really get up close to the falls. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and bring you by private vehicle to the entrance of the park on the Argentinian side. You'll then be taking the rest of the tour mainly on foot. Exploring the various wooden walkways that lead through the national park close up to the many chutes of the falls. One of the most spectacular sites of the falls is the Devil's Throat, which sees the largest flow of water. In order to visit the Devil’s Throat, you must board the train at the Main Station or at the Cataratas Station, close to the Upper Circuit. For those who love trekking, there's the one-kilometre-long Sendero Verde (Green Trail) that connects the Visitors Centre to the Cataratas Station and to the Upper Circuit. Once you're at the Devil’s Throat Station, you'll have to walk for 1.100 metres on a flat catwalk built over the Upper Iguassu River. This catwalk crosses several islands. Once you get to the end of the catwalks, you'll be surprised by a strategic lookout point resting on the side of the gorgeous Devil’s Throat. |
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Iguassu Falls scenic helicopter flight Take a stunning flight over the breathtaking falls for a unique perspective and unforgettable views. |
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Flights & transfers
Private transfer from your hotel to Iguassu airport |
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Flight from Iguassu to Sao Paulo | |
Flight from Sao Paulo to Campo Grande | |
Transfer to your lodgings in the Pantanal | |
Days 6-10 |
The Pantanal |
Accommodation in The Pantanal
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Caiman Lodge - $$$$$
Caiman Ecological Refuge is the most comfortable lodge in the Pantanal and offers a truly...
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Four nights at Caiman Lodge Explore the Pantanal from Caiman Ecological Refuge on a program that includes two activities per day, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, and one nocturnal excursion. These may include walking tour in surrounding area on trails through the forest to observe flora and fauna, or through the ranch and research centres, ending at Paizinho’s bridge, an excellent place to observe the Spectacled Caimans. They'll also be photographic safaris on specially adapted vehicles where you'll try to find a wider variety of animals, canoe trips out onto the waters and night time wildlife watching. |
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Caiman Ecological Refuge jaguar experience Spend a full day and evening with the Jaguar Habituation Team. You'll head out in the morning and get involved in their daily activities, searching for the ever elusive jaguar. The team spends a huge amount of time searching for the animals themselves as well as for clues that point in the right direction when the nocturnal jaguars get active as the sun sets. Together with the team, you will check camera traps for any sign of them, look for tracks on the ground, try to locate kills that jaguars might have made during the previous night, check data from satellites that follow the collared animals, and even search for them via a receiver that can capture VHF signals emitted by their collars. You may have a chance to experience tracking on foot with the trained trackers, to see firsthand pictures taken by the camera traps. Once a sign of the animal is found, you will attempt to locate it in order to further the habituation process. More often than not you will be likely to find the approximate location of the cats during the day, increasing your chances of finding them at night. Depending on circumstances, you will set out at sunset or just after dinner in order to see the jaguars. You will also be given a full presentation on the project’s work and objectives at the base station. |
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Flights & transfers
Private transfer to Campo Grande airport |
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Flight from Campo Grande to Sao Paulo |