Your Wildlife experience in the Pantanal, Brazil.

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(07-18-2019, 06:51 AM)Sully Wrote: Great stuff! I imagine you highly recommend it. Is there anything to note beforehand for people planning to go? (tips, warnings, etc)

I do, very much so. 

When you plan trips like this just make sure you do your due diligence, get a few quotes but most importantly is how you feel. If you're more comfortable with a guide who's a little more expensive than another, go with the more expensive one if you can. You are going to spend a lot of time with them, you want it to be with someone you click with.

Most safaris I'd say never expect to see a big cat unless you're there for a while and even then it's no guarantee but in the Pantanal you can pretty much guarantee it with in a 3 day period. 

Also if you are use to classic relaxing vacations this is not that, you wake up early and traverse through rough terrain, you're harrassed by some sort of insects at some point and you have to be patient, there are times when you must sit in the heat and just wait and listen. Accommodations are usually for sleeping and not much else so dont expect the Ritz Carlton. 

Make sure you pack for heat and nature.
Hats, sunglasses, bug repellent, sunscreen, face masks for dust, hiking boots etc. 

But that being said, they're worth every penny and ounce of discomfort you suffer. The memories you make are priceless and the knowledge you gain helps you see these animals through a new lense. Reply