Pousada Rio Claro

Accessed via the town of Cuiaba, the northern Pantanal is home to some of Brazil’s rarest wildlife, such as jaguar and giant river otter. Many of the lodges here are still functioning cattle ranches, offering day and night trips by boat, vehicle, on foot and on horseback, accompanied by local naturalist guides. Find Out More about {acc:title}

• Where: Mato Grosso
• Ideal for viewing: capybara, giant anteater, giant river otter, jaguar, yacare caiman
• Excellent for: Wildlife cruises, Wildlife photography, River safaris, Jaguar watching

This ecological paradise is the world’s largest wetland, with 124 mammals (including the world’s largest jaguars), 177 reptiles, 1,100 species of butterfly, and a myriad of birds, brightly coloured flowers, and shoals of fish. There are significant differences between the north and south; we recommend visiting both. Find Out More about {acc:title}

• Where: Mato Grosso & Mato Grosso do Sul states
• Ideal for viewing: capybara, giant anteater, giant river otter, jaguar, yacare caiman
• Excellent for: Wildlife photography, Self-drive, River safaris, Jaguar watching, Birdwatching