Mato Grosso do Sul
The Refúgio Ecológico "ecologic refuge" Caiman is located approximately 140 miles from Campo Grande in a 53,000 hectare farm, of which 7,000 constitute an isolated reserve with very rich flora and fauna. It has a diverse landscape of savanna lowlands, seasonal wetlands and rich forest areas.
The region is one of the world's richest natural reserve and a migratory stopover for ibus, ducks, storks, herons, egrets and many other species. There over 300 species of birds scientifically identified.
The property comprises of one main lodge and four additional lodges strategically located in different points of the ranch with its own infrastructure and style. It offers offers graciously decorated rooms with air conditioning, swimming pool, and excellent regional and international cuisine. Caiman Refuge Pictures
List of birds that can be observed at southern pantanal area
Trekking around the lodge for observation of animals and vegetation. At night, one can observe caimans and other nocturnal animals. Horse Back riding, which is the best way to get into the heart of the Pantanal, getting to places which normally could not be reached by regular means of transportation. Rides on specially adapted vehicles to distant places where a wider variety of animals and, sometimes, thousands of birds can be observed. Motor boat trips on the Aquidauana River. Row boat rides on the lakes near the lodges.Such rides are very peaceful and one can enjoy the sounds of nature.
| Package rates per person High season notice: From June 15 to September 17 the Caiman Lodge will only accept reservations for 4 and 5 days packages. 4 days package runs from Thursday to Sunday, and 5 days package runs from Sunday to Thursday. | |||||
| Length of stay | 01 person | 02 people | 03 people | 04 people | Departure |
| 3 days/2 nights | US$582 | US$474 | US$408 | US$378 | Tue, Fri, Sun |
| 4 days/3 nights | US$756 | US$612 | US$552 | US$516 | Tue, Thu |
| 5 days/4 nights | US$936 | US$750 | US$690 | US$660 | Sun |
| Transfers | |||
| Inbound | Outbound | ||
| Departs C. Grande | Arrives Caiman | Departs Caiman | Arrives C. Grande |
| 12 noon | 15:30 pm | 6:00 am | 9:30 am |
| 4:15 pm | 8:15 pm | 8:00 am | 11:30 am |
| - | - | 12 noon | 3:30 pm |
Rates include: Round trip Transfer from Campo Grande to Caiman. Welcoming orientation lecture and audio visual presentation. All meals - breakfast, lunch and dinner (drinks not included) Truck ride; horseback; row and/or motor-boat excursions; nature observation and photographic hikes and nocturnal animal spotting. Bilingual (English/Portuguese) guide skilled in the local fauna and flora.