The falls are an
unforgettable spectacle of nature, being one of the largest group of falls
in the world. The number of falls vary from 150 to 275, depending on the
amount of rain in the area.
Arrival
in the Airport of Foz do Iguassu and transfer to your
hotel. Rest of day free.
Meals Included: none
Day
2 - Iguassu
Falls
Tour to the Argentinean side of the
falls. Entering the National Park,
you will go on a short train ride and walk through the scenic forest, viewing
different angles from the Iguassu upper falls, including the San Martin Falls. You will have a close look at the " Throat´s Devil", with it's
amazing amount of water rushing down the fall. On the way back from the
falls, tour stops at the Argentinean shopping district, and if weather and
time allows, a brief stop at the 3-borders point, where Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay
meet.
Tour
to the Brazilian side of the falls, This tour shows the
size and magnificence of the falls. Leaving your Hotel, you will enter the
Iguassu National Park. Drive along the Cataratas Highway through the
rainforest of the park to the falls, on the border of Brazil and
Argentina where the Iguassu River drops into a giant horseshoe canyon.
Descending a walkway, contemplate the lovely waterfalls in all of
nature's exuberance, with panoramic views of both sides - Brazilian
and Argentinean. Reaching the elevator, a descent into the Brazilian
side lookout.
Excellent for pictures of the falls.
Meals
Included: breakfast
Optional
Tours -
You can combine the Brazilian side with a Boat ride to the
Bottom of the Falls. This tour
consists of an adventurous boat ride (in a big R.I.B). It takes you
to the base of the falls (be prepared for a wet ride). An adventure not
to be missed!
Day
4 - Iguassu
Falls
/ Pantanal
Transfer
to airport for flight to Cuiabá.
Arrival at Cuiabá airport and transfer to Pantanal lowlands. While
crossing the area, it is possible to spot and appreciate the local flora
& fauna. Late afternoon hike through surrounding area to a 12 m
observation tower and a spectacular view of sunset. After dinner, night
tour to observe nocturnal environment.
Meals Included: breakfast, dinner
Day
5 - Pantanal
Full day dedicated to observing the Pantanal’s flora & fauna. After
breakfast, the guide will lead you on a 2 to 3 hour horseback ride through
the pastures, woods and wetlands. Lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon,
the guide will lead you on a hike in a different area, allowing you to
observe and learn more of the local environment.
Meals Included: full board
Day
6 - Pantanal
After
breakfast travel to the edge of Rio (river) Clarinho. Canoe tour to spot
aquatic wildlife, birds and flora; possibility of piranha fishing.
Brazilian churrasco style picnic lunch along the banks of the river.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals
Included: full board
Day
7 - Pantanal
Early
morning hike to watch the sunrise. Breakfast. After breakfast hike or bike
ride to visit the neighbour farm. A cattle ranch with over 12.000
hectares, traditionally rasing cattle over the last three generations in a
balanced and sustainable manner. Lunch at the lodge. Afternoon guided walk
through the “Ronco do Bugiu” private reserve with a visit to the main
house and a “guaraná “ drink following the local tradition. Dinner
and overnight.
Meals
Included: full board
Day
8 - Pantanal / Cuiabá Airport
After
breakfast, photo-safari along the Transpantaneira Road and return to the
airport of Cuiabá.
07 nights in Hotel or at
Pousada
(Inn) Standard Room, including room and government taxes
07 breakfasts
03
lunches
04 dinners
Land
transfers as detailed in the itinerary, including bilingual guide
Guided Tours as detailed, including bilingual guides and National Park
taxes. Tours can change due to operational, safety or weather condition. -
Tour to the Argentinean
side of the falls in Iguassu
Falls
-
Tour to Brazilian side of the
falls in Iguassu
Falls
- Pantanal
- tours may include Horseback
riding, guided walks, photo safaris on adapted vehicles, canoe
rides and alligator spotting.
Drinks,
Laundry, Tips, Telephone calls, and any other personal expenses
etc….
Meals
Meals included in the program are detailed in the following chart.
DAYS
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
Breakfast
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Lunch
x
x
x
Dinner
x
x
x
x
Accommodation:
Double
rooms can have separate beds or not. A third person depending on the hotel
has the possibility of using a sofa bed. Consult for children policy.
Payment:
Deposit
of 30% to guarantee your reservation. The remaining amount must be paid a
minimum 30 days before start of the tour. If reservation is made within 30
days of the tour full payment required to make a reservation.
Cancellation:
Up
to 30 days before the trip, there is a cancellation fee of 5%. If you
cancel within 30 days of departure, the cancellation fee is of 30%. In
some cases (depending on Hotel chosen), no refund is given when a cancellation is made within 30 days.
Operation
of tour:Minimum
of 1 pax to operate.
Responsability:
Brasil Travel / Melchior & Hodson Ltda and/or agencies involved with
the packages, flights and tours shall act only as agents of the tour
members in making arrangements for hotels and any other services and do
not assume any liability what so ever for any injury, damage, death, loss,
accident or delay to persons or property due to an act of God, default by
any hotel, company or person rendering any of services included on the
tours or flights. Furthermore, no responsability is accepted for
quarentine, government restrains, weather or other causes beyond control.
No responsability is accepted for any additional expenses, omissions,
delays, re-routing or acts of government authority.