Paths of the Pantanal
Paths of the Pantanal
The Paths of the Pantanal is a delight for all nature lovers to enjoy a wellness adventure on a journey through some of Brazils most exotic landscapes and connect with this rich biodiversity.
The tour will begin at the start point of the Pantanal, at the meeting point of the city of Cuiabá to embark on the tour together to visit tropical prairies, forests, lagoons and the largest fresh water marsh in this must-see region of Brazil.
Accommodation will be at three Eco-lodges located in the heart of the Pantanal, the Savannah Tablelands in the Chapada dos Guimaraes National Park and Nobres distinct, famous for its pristine waters and snorkelling. The tour includes all meals such as fresh fruits and local vegetables from the region with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
Enjoy an adventure filled with morning and evening yoga classes, river boat tours, horse-back riding, safaris, canoeing, night hikes, star gazing, snorkeling in the Salobra river, sunrise walks and local hikes.
Participate in local projects that protect the flora and fauna through environmentally conscious tourism on an incredible wellness journey unlike no other.
Itinerary
Day 1-4: Cuiaba/Pantanal Flood Plain, 4 nights
The tour begins at the start point of Cuiaba, the capital of Mato Grosso. Arrive at the airport in the morning to meet our local guides at the Cuiaba airport who will take you to begin the Pantanal journey.
Arrive at the first EcoLodge, your home for the next couple of days. Visit the surrounding area and learn of the Ecolodge’s projects to protect the flora and fauna of Rio Clarinho. Breathe in the unique ambience of the Pantanal and become one with the world’s largest tropical wetland as we begin the mornings with some active yoga. In the evening, we will enjoy relaxing yoga sessions in this stunning region to the natural humming soundtrack of this rich ecological area as the sun sets.
The days will be organized with local guides and activities and connect you to the local activities and may include horseback riding, canoeing, hiking or a local safari. The evenings will be designed to relax after an adventure-filled day with some night hikes to experience the sky of the clear southern hemisphere and the unique star-filled Pantanal night.
Day 5 Nobres, 1 night
Witness the Pantanal waking up during its morning hours on a sunrise walk as we connect with this beautiful landscape at the start of a new day. After a delicious breakfast, travel to Bom Jardim, a village in the Nobres region (3h drive).
Nobres is famous for its crystal clear rivers, lakes and caverns, which are home to a vast diversity of fishes and plants. Hike the 1km trail to the Aquário Encantado (Enchanted Aquarium) at the Salobra River as we enjoy an optional tour of snorkling with the colourful fish in this fascinating region. After a day’s events, we will enjoy an evening yoga class and stretch and relax ourselves as the adventure continues.
Day 6-7: Chapada dos Guimaraes, 2 nights
Start your day with a morning yoga class and delicious breakfast and then journey to the Ecolodge in the spectacular Chapada dos Guimaraes, the Savannah Tablelands of Mato Grosso. Enjoy 3 nights in this amazing region and explore the trails and nature towers enjoying the sun set behind Saint Jeronimo Peak (850 m / 2,788 ft).
Explore the Chapada dos Guimaraes National Park and discover its lush vegetation, enjoy delicious meals and admire the gorgeous landscapes sculptured by wind and rain and marvel at the wonder of it all.
Day 8 – Departure Day
After a yoga class and breakfast at the EcoLodge, drive to Cuiaba and and for your flight out of the Cuiabá airport to your next destination.
Highlights
Travel Style:
"I had great time on the tour, all was very professional and organized and the location and meals were amazing.
The yoga teacher was the best I ever had and the whole team was incredible and I enjoyed every minute. It was perfect in all aspects and above my expectations, for sure an unforgettable experience." 
The yoga teacher was great – she quickly gaged our levels of experience and went at the perfect pace to ensure we felt comfortable. She was friendly, approachable and very calming with her instructions. The beach house was lovely. Spacious, clean, well kept and presented. The cook was brilliant and the quality and quantity of food was first class and we definitely never went hungry!
The group of people on the tour really made it special for me. It was so nice to go away as a solo traveller and come away feeling like you had made a whole new group of friends! I will never forget the beauty of the island – the sounds, sights and how it made me feel emotionally. I was able to forget about everything back home and just ‘be!’ The whole experience was brilliant – it really was a journey of discovery! 
The personal touch was the most enjoyable aspect of the tour. I felt a thousand times more relaxed and whole after a week.
The change was really noticeable and the feeling of being looked after really set me up to have space to nurture myself, which I find hard to come by in daily life.
As a custom tour experience with GSJ the programs were adjusted for my preference and for weather, and it felt like I had someone to help me personally organize the things I wanted to do and accompany me along the way. The most I enjoyed about my experience were the yoga sessions. All of the instructors were fantastic and have inspired me to reignite my practice long term. I can't say enough about how amazing the sessions were.
The local guide was also very knowledgeable and friendly and locations were beautiful with great breakfasts. The optional massages were also fantastic, it seems GSJ knows how to find all the best people! I would recommend GSJ tours and travel with them again. 
Loved, loved, loved this tour! the perfect combination of fun and adventure with amazing yoga, delicious food and gorgeous location. I didn’t want to come home!
This tour is perfect if you live in Brazil and want an escape from the city or if you are coming to Brazil for the first time. It’s an amazing way to see beautiful places and travel with people who have the same ideas about travel. Connect with us
