Compare In search of the jaguar in Brazil's Pantanal by Audley Travel vs Discovering the East in 9 days - Iguassu Falls & Ibera Wetlands by Qwerty Travel Argentina
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| Duration | 11 days | 9 days |
| Price From | $ 7,388 | $ 3,679 |
| Price Per Day | $ 672 | $ 409 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Luxury |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | NA |
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Breakfast, 2 Lunches & 3 Dinners |
| Description |
Three days of dedicated jaguar spotting safaris in a specialist lodge. Further wildlife excursions in the Pantanal wetlands in search of smaller cats such as the ocelot, monkeys, giant otters, capybara, cayman and an astonishing array of birdlife. Free time in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, exploring the world-famous Copacabana beach, statue of Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain. Spend a couple of days exploring both the Argentine and Brazilian sides of the mighty Iguacu Falls. |
Discover the north region of Argentina, being in contact with nature and walk-in in one of the regions most unspoilt of Argentina. Visit "The Esteros del Iberá", where wildlife live in its fullness and enjoy activities outdoors and be in touch with the Gaucho life. We will combine this destination with the Iguassu falls, to admire this beautiful natural ecosystem in the world. |
Day 1 : International outbound flight
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Rio de Janeiro.
Day 2 : Rio de Janeiro
Arrive in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro today. You will be met at the airport and driven to your hotel in private vehicle.
Day 3 : Rio de Janeiro
This morning you will head out on an exciting private tour of Rio's most iconic sights, including Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Day 4 : Porto Jofre
Today take an indirect flight to Cuiaba, gateway to the Northern Pantanal. Upon arrival you will be met by a representative for the drive to your jaguar tracking lodge with the other guests.
Day 5 : Porto Jofre
Set out on motorized boat trips along the Cuiabá River in search of jaguars. Your guides are in constant contact with each other as they try to locate a great sighting of a jaguar.
Day 6 : Porto Jofre
Continue navigating the Cuiabá, São Lourenço, Three Brothers and Piquiri rivers in search of jaguars. There is a high chance of spotting these from the river.
Day 7 : Araras Lodge
Transfer along the famous Transpantaneira highway to your lodge offering a more general wildlife experience.
Day 8 : Araras Lodge
Full day of wildlife activities in the Pantanal, exploring the wetlands by boat and on foot in search of a wonderful array of flora and fauna.
Day 9 : Araras Lodge
Further activities in the Pantanal; there are horse riding excursions, boat trips in search of monkeys, iguanas and caiman, and if you're lucky you may catch a spectacular Pantanal sunset.
Day 10 : International return flight
Transfer back to Cuiaba in time for your onward flights.
Day 11 : International return flight
Arrive home today to complete your journey.
Day 1: Buenos Aires
Arrival at the airport and transfer to the Hotel. Rest of the day at leisure
Day 2: Buenos Aires – City tour
During the morning visit the city of Buenos Aires. This tour gives you the emotion of a multiple Buenos Aires. We will see the symbol of our city: the obelisk. We will visit different squares such as Plaza de Mayo, Plaza San Martín, PlazaCongreso. Avenues like Corrientes, Mayo, 9 de Julio, among others. Historical neighbourhoods: La Boca, San Telmo, Montserrat. Elegant neighborhoods such as Palermo and Recoleta, and the most modern: Puerto Madero. Parks such as Lezama and Tres de Febrero. We will also visit financial and commercial areas and a Football Stadium.
Day 3: Buenos Aires – Ibera Marshland (Puerto Valle)
Transfer to the domestic airport in Buenos Aires. Flight to Posadas. Arrival and private transfer to the hotel in Esteros del Ibera – Puerto Valle Lodge. In the afternoon, introductory talk about Ibera Marshland and guided walk through the Estancia – Lodge.
Day 4: Puerto Valle – Ibera Marshland
Laguna Valle Expedition. An exclusive expedition on 4x4 vehicles across fields, plantations and marshes. The excursión departs from the pier on a motorboat, navigating the attactive waterways towards Laguna Valle. There are plenty of opportunities to watch caiman, capibara, marsh deer and innumerable bird species on a stopover at our vantage point.
Day 5: Ibera Marshland – More experiences
Today you can do horseback riding, and take a Kayak adventure of the quiet river waters
Day 6: Ibera Marshlands - Iguassu
Private Transfer to your hotel in Iguassu Falls.
Day 7: Iguassu – Brazilian Falls
Today you will visit the spectacular Iguassu Falls in Brazil. Departure from the hotel toward the Foz do Iguassu National Park. The area of visit is constituted by a single circuit of walkways, 950 meters long, which is located on the cliffs of the Iguassu River, offering a panoramic view really impressive of all the falls. The route has its zenith when you get to the Mirador de La Gargantadel Diablo, where the noise of the fall of the water shakes the visitor
Day 8: Iguassu Falls: Argentine side
One of the most amazing tours in the whole world, penetrating the geological formation of the Falls and perceiving from different points of view, the magnificence of more than 200 waterfalls running constantly for millions of years. An excellent tour for those passengers willing to experience an intimate contact with Nature and life.
The tour starts early in the morning with a long walk, observing the incredible landscapes and the vast typical fauna and flora of the region, including birds, butterflies, mammals, flowers and plants that gives the surrounding natural environment, an incredible touch of life in an exceptional experience.
The main objective of this tour is to take full advantage of our time in the wild, experiencing the characteristic natural sounds, images, colours and aromas of the jungle.
Day 9: Iguassu – Buenos Aires
Transfer to the airport of Iguazu. Flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival and conexion with your international flight.
