About
The Pantanal is a vast tropical wetland in the state of Mato Grosso, in western Brazil. It is widely described as the world's largest tropical wetland area, and it is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Many visitors know it also as the Pantanal Wetlands.
What draws people here is the wildlife. The region is home to jaguars, caimans and more than 650 bird species, so a visit tends to be built around watching animals in their natural surroundings rather than around buildings or set sights. For anyone interested in birds, the variety on offer is a strong reason to go.
What a visit is like
The Pantanal is known as a premier ecotourism destination, and that shapes the kind of trip it makes. Time is best spent outdoors, looking for animals, listening to birdsong and taking in wide, flat landscapes of water and grassland. Those who like slow, nature-focused travel will find it fits well.
- Wildlife: jaguars, caimans and a large number of bird species
- Setting: a tropical wetland in Mato Grosso, Brazil
- Style: ecotourism, suited to nature lovers and wildlife watchers
Planning your trip
The Pantanal sits in the Mato Grosso region of South America, so getting there takes some planning and the area is best approached as a destination in its own right. If you would like to ask about visiting, the contact number listed for the area is +55 65 3637-1580. For a visit centred on nature and wildlife, the Pantanal offers a distinctive experience that few other places in South America can match.