Via Pantanal Translink Adventure
11 Sectors - 5 Included Activities - On Average Travellers Take 21 Days to Complete
Sector 1 Buenos Aires
Recommended Nights: 3+
Transport Mode to Next Sector: Coach Bus
Recommended Add-ons: Tango Night, City Walking Tour
In Buenos Aires you´ll find elements of literacy, design, biographical sites (Evita's Grave), tango, surprising architecture, museums, art galleries, theatres, traditional neighbourhoods (La Boca, San Telmo), great food and a vibrant nightlife to party all night. You will not have time to get bored in this great city.
Sector 2 Puerto Iguazu
Recommended Minimum Nights: 2
Included Activity: Day Trip to the Argentine Side of Falls
Transport Mode to Next Sector: Van Transfer (same vehicle used to take you to the Brazil falls)
On the Argentine side of the falls you will get closer to the falls and walk in a beautiful tropical rainforest where you will find remarkable views of the waterfalls. Included in the bus pass is a visit to the 3 Landmarks (see Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina from one spot), train to the Devil's Throat, and an English speaking guide to help you navigate the 9km's of park trails.
You can also take a speedboat ride under the falls (not included) so be prepared to get wet! After the trip you will have help with border procedures crossing into Brazil and be dropped-off at your chosen accommodation.
Sector 3 Foz do Iguacu
Recommended Minimum Nights: 1
Included Activity: Half Day Trip to the Brazil Side of Falls
Transport Mode to Next Sector: Coach Bus
This city is your base to visit one of the most incredible sights on Earth: the Iguacu Falls! Located between Brazil and Argentina, they are formed by 275 falls and are around 80-meters high. Spend the morning walking the trail on the Brazilian side and at the Bird Park to see the areas endemic locales in their natural environment. But the Brazilian side of the falls just isn't enough and no visit is complete without seeing them from the Argentine side as well! Plus make a short trip into Paraguay while you are here.
Sector 4 Campo Grande
Transfer to the Pantanal on Arrival
Transport Mode to Next Sector: Van Transfer (sometimes made on conventional bus)
Campo Grande, a large city in the middle of no-where it seems, crowded with yellow trees and beautiful squares. The city is called Cidade Morena (Redish City), because of the red earth in the area. Backpackers usually use Campo Grande as the gateway to the Pantanal and Bonito.
Sector 5 Pantanal
Included: 2 nights accommodation in a shared dorm (ask us about upgrading to a private room); all meals (vegetarian food available) once you arrive to the Pantanal ranch until your departure.
Included Activity: Nature and wildlife spotting walk, night excursion, photographic safari, nature spotting boat ride and Piranha fishing.
Transport Mode to Next Sector: Van Transfer (sometimes made on conventional bus)
The Pantanal is the world's largest inland wetlands and where you will spend 2 nights and 3 days on your ecological expedition. Included in your stay is piranha fishing, trekking, canoe trip, night walk and jeep safari. You will see many animals and maybe even glimpse the elusive jaguar!
This excursion gives you a taste of the adventure found within the Pantanal, and gives you an opportunity to visit the deep heartland of this area. The lodge is located in an area which usually offers great contact with wildlife and nature.
Sector 6 Bonito
Recommended Nights: 3
Transport Mode to Next Sector: Coach Bus
Recommended Add-on: Rio Prata Snorkel Circuit, Abismo Anhumas Repel & Scuba/Snorkel
Bonito is Brazil's eco-tourism capital, and hosts many water based activities in which there is none better than the Rio Prata Snorkel! Here you can float down a crystal clear river witnessing a fantastic underwater world and an abundance of fresh water fish. There are many other activities to fill-up your time here and maybe you would like to try some of the exotic cuisine on offer such as Caiman, Capybara and heaps more!
Sector 7 Campo Grande
Change buses to Sao Paulo
Transport Mode to Next Sector: Semi-bed Bus
Sector 8 Sao Paulo
Recommended Nights: 2
Transport Mode to Next Sector: Coach Bus
You need to see this impressive city with your own eyes to truly understand its size. One of the biggest cities in the world, with almost 20 million people, Sao Paulo is a huge modern city and also the economic and financial heart of Brazil if not Latin America. Head to the 'Italia building' for the best views of the city, take in the incredible museums and art galleries; take time out in the huge central parks, and make sure you discover the great nightlife.
Sector 9 Paraty
Recommended Minimum Nights: 3
Included Activity: Schooner Boat Trip
Transport Mode to Next Sector: Van & Boat Transfer
Recommended Add-on: Jeep Tour
Situated on the beautiful coast between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, Paraty is historically rich. The streets are paved with cobble stones and the buildings tell stories of a colonial past; but it is the bay around Paraty where lies the treasure.
Take a trip on a wooden schooner around the bay and discover islands and beaches clad with green jungle and cool blue water to swim in. There is much more to do in the area such as explore local waterfalls, or nearby Trinidade, a small fishing village with some of the best beaches in Brazil.
Sector 10 Ilha Grande
Recommended Minimum Nights: 3
Transport Mode to Next Sector: Boat & Van Transfer
Who doesn't long for crystal water lapping onto golden beaches with a jungle backdrop? The Big Island is a must for backpackers who venture to Southern Brazil, and while on the Island you must visit the Lopez Mendez (Locally spelt Lopes Mendes) beach to experience the ideal exotic island experience. Offering a tranquil getaway (plus party if you want it) Ilha Grande doesn't even have an ATM machine, it's hard to believe it is only 3.5 hours south of Rio de Janeiro.
Note: the boat arrives to Ilha Grande first at the Aquario Hostel dock followed by the Abraao Dock. Walking around Ilha Grande is via sandy trails and not suited to baggage on wheels.
Sector 11 Rio de Janeiro
Recommended Minimum Nights: 3
Included Activity: Favela Trip
Recommended Add-on: Complete Rio City Tour
Welcome to the 'Marvelous City'! So called because of it's beauty and excitement. Take a trip to the Christ Redeemer or Sugar Loaf Mountain to see just how beautiful Rio is from above looking down.
Head to the world famous Copacabana and Ipanema Beaches to witness Brazilian beach culture and also see how the other half of the Carioca's (people from Rio) live with your included a favela tour. So much to do, so much to see; leave plenty of time for your stay in Rio de Janeiro!
'The trip was fantastic. Really enjoyed all the activities that were included and paid for beforehand so I could just get on with enjoying my holiday instead of thinking about organising things. The transport was efficient and well organised, and the suggested accommodation was some of the best I have stayed in. I think the highlight was the 3 day Pantanal tour- amazing wildlife, relaxing surroundings and Johnny was amazing at taking care of everything and ensuring everything was running as intended. Thank you for helping me sort out my trip!'
Lani Thygesen
Australian
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