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Pantanal, Iguacu & Patagonia
USD 27000
OCT-NOV
28 NIGHTS
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We are able to vary the price of this trip considerably, simply by swapping out the lodges that it contains. This is likely to have a very significant effect on the level of polish of the trip, but in all cases it will remain cool and authentic. Make your selection here and the lodges will automatically change in the itinerary below.
USD 35000 per person
This trip includes only the very best lodges in each location, suitable if you are looking for the ultimate polished and elegant experience.
Trip Summary
Start location : Cuiaba CGB
Pantanal
05 : Caiman Main Lodge
06 : Caiman Main Lodge
07 : Caiman Main Lodge
08 : Caiman Main Lodge
Iguazu Sur
09 : Awasi Iguazu
10 : Awasi Iguazu
11 : Awasi Iguazu
Salta
17 : Hosteria El Penon
18 : Hosteria El Penon
19 : Hosteria El Penon
20 : Vinas de Cafayate
21 : Vinas de Cafayate
22 : Finca Valentina
Los Glaciares
23 : Estancia Nibepo Aike
24 : Estancia Nibepo Aike
25 : Estancia Nibepo Aike
26 : Explora El Chalten
27 : Explora El Chalten
28 : Explora El Chalten
End location : Buenos Aires EZE
Pantanal
Set in the south of Brazil, Pantanal is one of the world’s largest wetlands and one of the prime wildlife-viewing areas in South America, best known for its incredible jaguar sightings and with other highlights including giant anteaters, giant otters and capybaras.
Day 1
Arrival : Cuiaba CGB
lodge
SouthWild Pantanal Lodge
The drier areas around the fringes of the Pantanal are home to an interesting range of wildlife ...
... including fabulous giant anteaters ...
... elusive bushdogs ...
... toucans, including this chestnut-eared aracari ...
... hairy armadillos ...
... hyacinth macaws ...
... super-cute coatis ...
... and three species of deers.
Day 2 , 3 , 4
lodge
SouthWild Jaguar Lodge
SouthWild Jaguar Lodge is set in the Pantanal area of southwest Brazil.
Guest accommodation is in 20 rooms, eight of which are these spacious Suites ...
... with a sneaky rear window for when jaguars come wandering along the bank.
The primary activity here is motorboat safari.
Along this stretch of river, jaguars are sighted with remarkable frequency.
... with a strong supporting cast including toucans ...
... several species of primates ...
... giant river otters ...
... lots of interesting reptiles species ...
... tapirs, the largest land mammals on the continent ...
... capybaras ...
... and caimans.
The usual stay duration is 3-4 nights, usually incombination with SouthWild Pantanal Lodge.
Day 5 , 6 , 7 , 8
Fly : Porto Jofre to Caiman Main Lodge
lodge
Caiman Main Lodge
Caiman Main Lodge is set in the Pantanal area of southwest Brazil.
The lodge is centred on what used to be The Owner's House ...
... which contains most of the main the public areas.
The grounds contain a lovely swimming pool area.
Beyond that lies The Old Farm House.
The lodge contains a total of 18 rooms, most of which are located in this area.
The entry level of three catagories are the 45 sqm Suite Rooms.
At 52sqm, the Superior Suites do feel a good deal more spacious.
The reserve operates a special jaguar project ...
Back in the Owner's House, we have further Superior Suites ...
... and the 80 sqm Master Suite.
The primary activity here is vehicle safari.
The lodge is home to the Onçafari jaguar project.
Walking safari is also a great way to explore less accessible areas ...
... whilst canoe safari gets out out on the rivers, lakes and flooded lagoons.
The Pantanal is encircled by cattle ranches ...
... so there are lots of opportunities to ride with the local vaqueiros.
The Pantanal is best visited during the June-Oct dry season.
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Iguazu Sur
Set in the northeast of Argentina and straddling the border with Brazil, the Iguazú Falls is one of the great natural wonders of South America, a really popular hub for visitors to the continent. There’s a good range of hotels and a wide range of activities in the area.
Day 9 , 10 , 11
Fly : Sao Paulo GRU to Foz do Iguacu IGU
lodge
Awasi Iguazu
Awasi Iguazú is set in the Iguazú Falls area of northeast Argentina.
Guest accommodation is in thirteen Suite Rooms ...
... plus one larger Master Suite with two bedrooms.
The Iguazú Falls straddle the border between Argentina and Brazil.
On the Argentina side, the falls are accessed via a small train.
Along the pathways, guests are accompanied by cute coatis, in search of snacks.
An extensive network of trails lead to a various impressive viewpoints.
On the Argentina side some long boardwalks lead right out to the edge of the cascades.
The falls can also be reached by motorboat.
The surrounding Atlantic rainforest is also worth exporing.
The lower river can also be explored by kayak, canoe or paddleboard.
Most people spend 2-3 nights in the area, in order to explore both sides of the border.
Salta
Set in the far northwest corner of Argentina, the Salta region is a relatively little-visited part of the country, with an incredible range of landscapes, including sub-tropical cloud forests, Mediterranean-style winelands and outrageous volcanic scenery in the high Andes. Best visited by means of a private guided overland safari for at least a week.
Day 12 , 13
Fly : Puerto Iguazu IGR to Salta SLA
lodge
El Manantial de Silencio
El Manantial de Silencio is set in the Salta region of northwest Argentina.
The lodge is set at the bottom end of the village.
Guest accommodation is in 19 comfortable rooms.
Day 14
lodge
Pristine Salinas Grandes Camp
Pristine Salinas Grandes Camp is located in the Salta area of northwest Argentina.
The camp is remotely located on a vast salt pan.
Guest accommodation is in just four geodesic domes.
The camp is usually visited for one night, on the way up into the High Andes.
It usually forms part of a 7-10 night overland safari through this fabulous region.
Day 15
lodge
Hosteria Casa Andina Tolar Grande
Hosteria Casa Andina Tolar Grande is set in the Salta region of northwest Argentina.
Day 16
lodge
Casa de Altura Antofalla
Casa de Altura Antofalla is set in the Salta region of northwest Argentina.
Day 17 , 18 , 19
lodge
Hosteria El Penon
Hosteria El Penon is set in the Salta region of northwest Argentina.
This simple place is warmly hosted by folks from the local village.
Guest accommodation is in just eight simple rooms.
The lodge provides access to some of the most remarkable scenery in South America.
The remote Laguna Grande is a rare nesting site for rare James' flamingos.
Campo de Piedra Pómez is a vast area of wind-sculpted pumice stone.
Most people visit as part of a 7-10 night overland safari out of Salta.
Day 20 , 21
lodge
Vinas de Cafayate
Vinas de Cafayate Wine Resort is set in the Salta region of northwest Argentina.
The lodge is contained within an impressive and historic estancia.
Guest accommodation is in 12 rooms, all with air-conditioning and heating.
The Cafayate winelands lie at the foot of the Andes.
Just to the east lies the Quebrada de Las Conchas ...
... a scenic hiking area with some very impressive geology.
Day 22
lodge
Finca Valentina
Finca Valentina is set in the Salta region of northwest Argentina.
Los Glaciares
Set in the south of Argentina, Los Glaciares is a substantial national park which contains dramatic mountain peaks, vast glaciers and stunning lakes. There’s a wide selection of outdoor activities, including some great hiking and horseback riding, plus some wonderfully remote and authentic estancias.
Day 23 , 24 , 25
Fly : Salta SLA to Cordoba COR
Fly : Cordoba COR to El Calafate FTE
lodge
Estancia Nibepo Aike
Estancia Nibepo Aike is located in the Los Glaciares area of southern Argentina.
Guest accommodation is in ten cosy rooms.
Eight of these are Standard Rooms ...
... and two are Superior Rooms.
The property is still an authentic working farm.
Horse-back riding is included in the room rate.
The property is contained within a vast and very scenic private valley.
There is also an extensive network of vehicle tracks and hiking trails.
From the lodge it is possible to cross the lake heading north ...
... where a short walk up a hill on the other side ...
... leads us to a first view of the famous glacier.
The enormous Perito Moreno glacier is an iconic highlight ...
... where you can view blocks of ice the size of large buildings collapse into the water.
It is also possible to go hiking on the glacier itself.
Day 26 , 27 , 28
lodge
Explora El Chalten
Explora El Chalten is located in the Los Glaciares area of southern Argentina.
Guest accommodation is in 20 comfortable rooms.
Guest accommodation is in 20 comfortable rooms.
Day 29
Departure : Buenos Aires EZE
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