25 Sep 2025 - 06 Oct 2025 (12 days)
USD6,950 - Spaces Available
Tour Leader: Rockjumper Tour Leader TBC
Pricing notes : *prices are estimated and dates may change*
Tour price (Per person): USD6,950 * GBP5,494 * EUR6,625 * AUD10,739
Single Supplement: USD750 * GBP593 * EUR715 * AUD1,159
Can be linked with: Argentina - Iguazu Falls Extension 2025
Embark on an unforgettable 12-day adventure through Brazil's most iconic wildlife regions, the Amazon Rainforest and the Pantanal, from late September to early October. Starting in Sao Paulo, you'll journey to Cuiaba and into the heart of the Amazon at Alta Floresta, where you'll explore the rich biodiversity of the rainforest, spotting species such as Harpy Eagles, Ocelots, and numerous monkeys. Experience night walks and canopy tower excursions for unique wildlife encounters. Transition to the Pantanal via the Transpantaneira road, staying at various lodges to maximize wildlife sightings. Enjoy boat trips and safaris, with chances to see Giant River Otters, Capybaras, and the majestic Jaguar. Conclude your tour at Porto Jofre, a prime location for Jaguar spotting, before returning to Cuiaba with unforgettable memories of Brazil's extraordinary wildlife.
Hyacinth Macaw, Red-legged Seriema, Hoatzin, Sun Bittern, Toco Toucan, Jabiru.
Jaguar, Puma, Greater and Lesser Anteater, Giant River Otter, Brazilian Tapir, more than 10 species of primates.
Cuiaba, Alta Floresta, Amazon Rainforest, Pantanal, Cristalino Jungle Lodge, Porto Jofre
In late September to early October, the tour will experience a tropical climate with warm temperatures ranging from 25-35°C (77-95°F), occasional rain showers in the Amazon Rainforest, and dry, sunny conditions in the Pantanal, ideal for wildlife viewing.
10 with 1 Rockjumper Leader and 1 local guide
The tour maintains a moderate pace, blending guided walks, boat trips, and safaris with ample opportunities for relaxation and wildlife observation in both the Amazon Rainforest and Pantanal regions.
cruising the Pantanal waterways, Canopy Towers, Brazilian hospitality and fare, world class birding
Expect abundant photo opportunities with Amazon wildlife, panoramic canopy views, diverse birds, and iconic Jaguars and Giant River Otters in the Pantanal.
Very productive and relaxing tour
Overall we were very pleased with the trip. We have been to the tropics in various places in SA but hadn’t really experienced the heat of the Amazon. At first I was concerned about the siesta in early afternoon and the loss of bird time but by the third day I looked forward to it!! The lack of ant swarms, foliage-gleaners and mixed foraging flocks was disappointing. Some of the key target species had not been seen by local guides for several months to over a year. We hope it is not an on-going trend due to climate change but it may be. We felt fortunate to have had the opportunity and hope that others can continue to have this experience. We were pleased with the “tag-team effort” by Tuomas and Bradley. They worked well together with making sure the logistics flowed, everyone had their needs met as much as possible, and kept the pace moving. We were fortunate to have 8 people that had all travelled in groups before and were tolerant of various personalities and their strengths and weaknesses. Both Tuomas and Bradley were patient and talented in getting everyone (usually) in the group to see the target species. I will be giving a presentation to the local Audubon Chapter in November and will be recommending Rockjumper and their various trips to the group.
WOW – this was an entirely different trip than the main trip. The Pousada facility was a little more rustic than some of the other accommodations but nothing we couldn’t handle. It was certainly better than a hammock at the guard headquarters which Bradley indicated was the only thing available prior to Pousada. This portion required what seemed like a lot more walking and climbing over tree falls than anywhere else on the trip. It seemed that more of the birds were skulkers but then we were focusing on “ant-somethings” which are notoriously secretive. Again, it was disappointing there was not a single ant swarm and the mixed flocks were generally small and moved away from the trails fairly quickly. It was also frustrating that the best of the three trails (Capelinha) in the park was not available to us due to an on-going mammal-use survey. But, none of these things were within the control of Tuomas, Bradley, or our local guide. They were pros at adapting and modifying to take advantage of the trails that were available to us. By my count the main trip list was about 446 and we gained 81 sp on the extension, however, 40% of those were lifers, so worth the effort and expense, in my opinion. Our local guide, Gilberto, was indispensable. His recent knowledge was invaluable to know where to go for the target species.
"The whole tour was perfectly organised: the transportation to the lodge, the accommodation itself, and of course the different trips incl the local guide. Our tour guide Carlos was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Everything went perfect. As this was my first experience with Rockjumper, I was pleasantly surprised about how effortless the whole trip was. I will for sure travel with you again!"
Rob Williams was helpful above and beyond the call by going out of his way to make it an enjoyable tour.
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