Brazil: Wildlife of the Amazon, Pantanal & Iguazu Falls - A Marco Polo Journey (2024)

Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to your hotel.

Hotel Villa Amazonia

Begin your wild adventure in the Anavilhanas Archipelago of the Brazilian Amazon, a refuge of diverse species such as river otter, giant armadillo, piranha, manatee, black caiman, pink river dolphin and spider monkey. After lunch at your secluded lodge, hike out to explore the mainland forest and learn the secrets of jungle survival. Return to the lodge as you Ride Like a Local by canoe, taking in a revealing new vantage of the river.

Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge | Meals: BLD

This morning, explore the river by wooden canoe, keeping your eyes peeled for pink river dolphin and other exotic denizens. After lunch at the lodge, set out for some hands-on target practice with traditional hunting implements. Return to the lodge for dinner. After nightfall, venture into the wilderness in search of nocturnal species.

Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge | Meals: BLD

Today, set out on a riverine safari of Rio Negro, an Amazon tributary, encountering new species as they hunt along the riverbanks.

Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge | Meals: BLD

Rise before the sun and head to the islands to watch a rainbow of colourful, exotic birds dart against the lush canopy and dawn-painted Amazon sky. After breakfast at the lodge, transfer to the airport for your flight to Campo Grande. Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to your hotel.

Hotel Deville Prime Campo Grande | Meals: BL

This morning, resume your wild adventure as you transfer to your lodge secluded in the heart of the Pantanal, a vast wetland harbouring giant river otter, caiman, capybara and the elusive jaguar. Close your day with a Scenic Sundowner before dinner.

Caiman Ecological Refuge | Meals: BLD

Set out on a guided exploration of the Pantanal on foot, scanning the canopy life. Later, delve deeper into the wilderness on a 4x4 game drive and a riverine sunset safari by canoe. After nightfall, search for nocturnal species: ocelot, anteater and jaguar.

Caiman Ecological Refuge | Meals: BLD

Join Onçafari’s Jaguar Conservation Team for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to monitor this critical species in the field. Learn the team’s tricks of the trade as you home in on jaguar, checking camera traps and searching for tracks. After nightfall, find a prime location to lie in wait as the nocturnal wetlands come alive and these elusive predators begin to stalk the Pantanal.

Caiman Ecological Refuge | Meals: BLD

Fly to Iguazu Falls and transfer to your hotel, just a short walk from the cascades. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls | Meals: BD

Today, discover the Argentine side of the falls by train, taking in spectacular views of the falls as well as the tropical flora and fauna. In the afternoon, proceed to a catwalk above the lush basin called the Devil’s Gorge. For dinner this evening, head to a local home for a regionally inspired Chef’s Table experience.

Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls | Meals: BD

After breakfast, explore the Brazilian side of the falls, venturing out on a catwalk for a parting glimpse of the rumbling cataracts. Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Meals: Breakfast

Internal air included: Manaus/Campo Grande/Iguazu Falls
This journey contains some active elements.
Minimum age is 10 years.

First group event: welcome briefing at 8:30 a.m. on Day 2.
Last group event: farewell dinner at 7:30 p.m. on Day 10.
Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests.

Included with every Marco Polo Journey

• English-Speaking Resident Tour Director and Local Guides
• Hand-Selected Luxury Accommodations (Where Available)
• Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
• Travelling Bell Boy Luggage Handling
• Breakfast in Bed on Select Days
• Full Breakfast Daily; Select Lunches and Dinners
• Traveller’s Valet Laundry Service
• Internet Access (Where Available)
• Entrance Fees, Taxes and All Gratuities Except Resident Tour Director
• 24/7 A&K On-Call Support

Talk to one of our expert Journey Designers or your travel agent about booking this tour as a private journey for your own small group with family or friends. Or, if you would prefer to travel privately, find out more about creating the perfect bespoke Tailor-Made Journey based on this itinerary.