Wangulen - Machu Picchu to Iguazu Falls Itinerary

Hosted Water Wilderness Brazilean Eco-Tour — 10 days / 9 nights

Iguazu Falls,
Pantananal (largest wetlands in the world)
Bonito (eco-travel center of Brazil)

Type of Tour

Fully Hosted

Price per person:

$2,690

Departure Point

Foz de Iguacu, Brazil

Single supplement:

$600

Ending Point

Campo Grande, Brazil

Departure Date

May 5 , 2010 (Wed.)

Included in Tour

Not Included in Tour

— All airport transfers,
— Welcome dinner in Iguazu Falls,
— All Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 5 Dinners,
— Full day tours of falls in Argentina and Brazil,
— Lodging in 3-4 star category,
— Park entrance fees,
— Daily activities, such as hiking, 4wd safari,
horseback riding, piranha fishing, canoe trips,
floating and snorkeling, at your option),
— Personally hosted throughout tour

— International Airfare to and from Sao Paolo,
— Internal airfare, estimated at $550 pp
(Sao Paolo - Foz de Iguacu - Campo Grande - Sao Paolo),
— 6 Lunches, 4 Dinners
— Alcoholic drinks,
— Activities not mentioned in program,
— Travel documents
(Visa required for U.S. Passport holders)
— Travel insurance,
— Tips for Guides, etc.

Daily Itinerary

Day

Hotel

Destination

Day 1

Recanto Park

Iguazu Falls

We will greet you at the airport in Foz de Iguazu, then transfer you to your hotel for the next 3 nights. Tonight we will have a Welcome Dinner to discuss the trip in more detail. (D)

Day 2

Recanto Park

Iguazu Falls

After breakfast we will have a tour to the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls to begin experiencing the full magic of this place. This side offers more access to the lower level of the falls, including a walkway into the bottom of the "Devil's Throat". You will also be able to experience some wide, expansive panoramic views, showcasing the beauty of this natural phenomenon. Rest of day free until dinner. (B, D )

Day 3

Recanto Park

Iguazu Falls

We will have breakfast in the hotel, cross to the Argentina side, then take the Rainforest Ecological Train to visit the Argentinean side of the falls. We can walk along the base of several of the falls, and even across the top of some, viewing the Devil's Throat from above. Later we will have the Gran Aventura Boat trip around the falls before returning to the hotel. (B, D)

Day 4

Aguape Lodge

Pantanal

This morning we will take the early flight to Campo Grande, then transfer to our lodge in the vast Pantanal. During the transfer, we will learn more about this, the biggest wetland on earth. Once we reach the Aguape Lodge, our local guide will show you around the area and the activities which will be available for the next few days, depending on the weather conditions. (B)

Day 5

Aguape Lodge

Pantanal

After breakfast, we will have our choice of numerous outdoor activities provided by the lodge, including horeseback riding, 4-wheel drive photo safari, hiking, boating and canoing tours, piranha fishing, and more. Enjoy one of the most well preserved landscapes in the world where you will be surrounded by unique fauna and flora. All meals are provided by the lodge. (B, L, D )

Day 6

Aguape Lodge

Pantanal

Today is another day to experience a new activity, which maybe you didn't have time for yesterday. The Pantanal is a Birdwatcher's paradise, with more than 600 species over the widespread area. The lodge currently has a list of 268 birds, which we can provide to get you started! Again, all meals are included today. (B, L, D )

Day 7

Aguas de Bonito

Bonito

After breakfast we will all take a transfer to Bonito. As the name says Bonito is one of the most beautiful places in Brazil and considered the Best Brazilian Eco-tourism destination for several years in a row. Located in the Bodoquena Hills, Bonito is surrounded by fantastic natural wonders like crystal clear water rivers, amazing waterfalls, caves and much more. After the check-in at the Aguas de Bonito Hotel, you will have the rest of the afternoon at leisure. (B)

Day 8

Aguas de Bonito

Bonito

Early in the morning and just after breakfast the local guide will pick us up and take us to experience what many consider to be the best Eco-tourism tour in Brazil – the Rio da Prata Floatation with Snorkel tour. After a short hike, you will float down a crystal clear water river alongside with hundreds of fish undisturbed by our presence. Then we will have a typical lunch at the ranch. In the afternoon we will visit an interesting formation called Buraco das Araras, a giant 500-meter wide, 100-meter deep hole in the ground where many birds nest, especially macaws, that you can admire after a short 900m walk. Late afternoon transfer back to the hotel. (B, L)

Day 9

Aguas de Bonito

Bonito

After breakfast the local guide will take us to visit the most famous cave in Bonito - Gurta do Lago Azul. The rest of the day is free for you to simply rest or to do some optional tours: we suggest the Estancia Mimosa waterfalls or Rio do Peixe waterfalls. (B)

Day 10

International flight

Sao Paolo / Home

After breakfast you will have a transfer back to Campo Grande in time for your international or domestic flight.

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