Experience the spirit of South American as you descend from the heights of Bolivias La Paz on your way to Brazils Pantanal—the worlds largest wetland. Explore the Pantanal and its incredible wildlife as well as thundering Iguassu Falls in the heart of the continent before heading to the coast for some Brazilian barbeque and golden beaches. Take the path less travelled between two great cities and discover the wild heart of South America.

What's Included

2-day wildlife excursion to the Pantanal, Visit to Brazilian and Argentinian side of Iguassu Falls.
2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners. (Allow USD315-415 for meals not included.)
Hotels (11 nts), Buses/train (3 nts), Multi-share dorm room with hammocks (2 nts).
Public bus, Local flight, 4x4 vehicle, Train, Ferry.
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) from Day 2 onwards, local guides.
Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 10

Day 1 La Paz
Arrive at any time.
Day 2,3 Santa Cruz / Puerto Suarez
Fly to Santa Cruz. Travel by overnight train to the Brazilian border at Puerto Suarez.
Day 4,5 Corumbá / Pantanal (2B,2L,2D)
2-day excursion into the wetlands of the Pantanal with a local guide. Opportunities to spot wildlife such as monkeys, macaws, giant otters and caiman.
Day 6-11 Bonito / Iguassu Falls
Travel by van to Bonito. Optional snorkelling excursions in the crystal clear rivers. Continue by overnight bus to Iguazu Falls, for 2 full days of exploration from both the Argentine and Brazilian sides. Optional boat ride at the base of the falls or visit a nearby bird park.
Day 12,13 Paraty
Overnight bus to Sao Paulo and continue to Paraty. Optional cachaça distillery visits of take a boat excursion in the bay to some of the nearby islands and beaches.
Day 14,15 Ilha Grande
Continue by bus up the coast and take a ferry to Ilha Grande. Optional hikes and beach time.
Day 16 Rio de Janeiro
Carry on by ferry and public bus to Rio de Janeiro for free time to explore the city using our centrally-located hotel in Copacabana as a base. Optional city tour.
Day 17 Rio de Janeiro
Depart at any time.