Wetlands, Waterfalls & Wonders
Rio de Janeiro - Buenos Aires
19 days through Argentina, Brazil
FROM: $1455 USD + 800 USD
Kitty
Transport:
Overland Expedition Vehicle, Jeep, Local Bus, Canoe, Boat
Crew:
Two Dragoman Crew Members, Local Guides where necessary
Accom:
Basic Hotel, Multishare Hostel, Comfortable Hotel, Camping
Meals:
Breakfasts x 14, Lunches x 11, Dinners x 11
This trip connects two of South America's most iconic but startlingly different cities, Buenos Aires, the cosmopolitan capital of Argentina and the world's party capital Rio de Janeiro. It travels across the north of Argentina to another icon, the mighty Iguazu Falls.
Entering Brazil, we head to one of the world's most important environmental habitats, the wetlands of the Pantanal. Here we stay on a traditional Brazilian cattle ranch, exploring by horseback with the "Pantaneiros". Further north we continue on to the eco-tourism and outdoor activity capital of Bonito where you have the chance to go snorkelling through the crystal-clear waters of the surrounding rivers.
South of Rio is one of Brazil's prettiest coastlines, the Emerald Coast where we stay in the UNESCO world heritage colonial town of Paraty, to enjoy its relaxed and laid back atmosphere - a real contrast to the vibrance and glamour of Rio.
Practice your dance steps in the birthplace of Tango
Explore the bars and cafes of Buenos Aires
Visit the Jesuit ruins at San Ignacio de Mini
Optional boat trips, forest hikes and helicopter rides over Iguazu Falls
3 nights to enjoy the crystal clear waters and caves around Bonito
2 night ranch visit and wildlife safari into the Pantanal
Boat trip to explore emerald coast islands around Paraty
Explore the beautiful UNESCO town of Paraty
Discover the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro
An easy lifestyle, fun journey, with plenty of good food, fun activities (boating, horse riding), wildlife and wilderness. Nothing too challenging, mixing hostels, small hotels with camping.
Boat trip out to islands and beaches
2 night wildlife safari into the Pantanal
Discover the unbelievable Iguazu Falls from the Brazilian side
View the amazing Iguazu Falls from the Argentinian side
Border information: if you are joining in Rio de Janeiro, you will most likely enter Brazil at Rio de Janeiro Galeão International Airport (IATA code: RIO/GIG).
Welcome to the iconic Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro! There will be an important group meeting at 6:00pm at the joining hotel - please look out at the hotel reception for a note from your leader with more details about this important meeting.
Please note that many of the options listed below will only be possible for those with extra time in Rio de Janeiro before the start of your trip with us - please contact the Sales team if you would like to book pre-tour accommodation with us to have extra time exploring Rio de Janeiro.
In Rio de Janeiro we will stay in a great hotel in the Flamengo district, close to the beach and the metro station.
Optional Activities
Visit the world famous statue Christ the Redeemer
Train and entrance: 83 BRL
Take a hike into the Tijuca Rainforest, one of the largest Urban Rainforests in the world.
Hike: 65 USD
Take a cable car up Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain)
Cable car (return ticket): 85 BRL
Take a brilliant free walking tour with an expert local guide around Lapa and Central Rio de Janeiro (or Copacabana and Ipanema on certain days)
Walking Tour: Free
Explore Brazilian flavours in a half day cooking class
Half day class: 75 USD
Meals: Breakfast
Today our journey begins with a short drive to the colonial town of Paraty on the Emerald Coast of the Atlantic!
Today we will have an included boat trip around the incredible islands and beaches off the emerald coast.
Included Activities
Boat trip out to islands and beaches
Included
Today we will have free time to explore the town, take a historical tour, walk along the stunning scenery of the coastline, head out snorkelling or diving, or simply relax on the idyllic beaches.
Optional Activities
Learn all about the fascinating history of Brazil and the Gold Trail on an excellent walking tour of the old colonial town of Paraty
Walking Tour: 35 USD
Enjoy some of the best and most scenic treks in the country on the coastal trails hils and 'tropical fjords' near Paraty
Walking Tour: 50 USD
Go for a scuba diving trip in the incredible oceans around Paraty
Diving trip: 250 BRL
Try your hand at stand-up paddle boarding by hiring a board from one of the many vendors at the Jabaquara beach in Paraty
Hire: 35 BRL
Explore the ocean islands beaches and mangroves of Atlantic coast in a more serene and tranquil fashion on a sea kayaking expedition around the bay of Paraty
Kayaking: 80 BRL
Meals: Dinner
Today we will drive to the remote town of Brotas in southeastern Brazil. From our campsite here it's possible to take part in a whole host of water activities such as rafting.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we will have a free day to take part in adventure activities such as white water rafting and canyoning, or maybe just to relax by the pool.
Optional Activities
Head out on a half-day canyoning trip through the gorges of the Jacare River near Brotas
Activity: 270 BRL
Head out white-water rafting on the fast moving waters of the Jacare River (approxmiately Grade 3-4)
Activity: 150 BRL
Float down the Jacare on a fun tubing trip down the River Jacare near Brotas
Activity: 100 BRL
Today we will start driving west towards the Southern Pantanal, and stay in a local Pousada close to the city of Campo Grande.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we have an early start to meet our guide in Campo Grande, and then drive on to Brazil's amazing Southern Pantanal region, where we have a visit a local eco-tourism ranch (or 'fazenda').
Included Activities
2 night wildlife safari into the Pantanal
Included
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
At the Fazenda we have a wonderful package of included activities such as exploring the beautiful surrounding countryside on horseback, trips down the wildlife-abundant rivers in boats and canoes, and safaris on the ranch's trucks and on foot where we hope to spot capybaras, caimans, and (if we are very lucky) jaguars and ocelots. Our stay here is an incredible highlight!
In the Southern Pantanal we will stay in dorm accommodation in a well equipped lodge with all the meals and activities included.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After our morning activities and one final lunch in our beautiful ranch, it is time to leave the Pantanal and drive to the Brazilian eco-tourism capital of Bonito.
In Bonito we will camp in the grounds of an excellent hostel with a pool and good facilities.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Take part in a plethora of incredible optional activities here. You could go out on a world-class snorkelling trip, explore the nearby caves, or go abseiling down some of the largest waterfalls in the area, among many other possibilities!
Optional Activities
Head on an unforgettable trip to Abismo Anhumas an incredible day out where you abseil through a fissure into a collosal underground cavern and snorkel in the lake at the bottom
Abeiling and snorkelling (incl transport): 800 BRL
Abseiling and Scuba Diving (incl transport): 1,089 BRL
Hire a mountain bike in Bonito to freely explore the incredible countryside of Mato Grosso do Sul
Bike hire: 20 USD
Lobo Guara guided bike trip (half day): 98 USD
Visit the ethereal and other-worldly Blue Lake Cave near Bonito an underground lake with an incredibly vivid shade of blue
Guided visit (incl transport): 105 BRL
Abseil down the Boca da Onça waterfall (meaning 'Jaguar's Mouth') the largest waterfall in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul
Abseil: 499 BRL
Visit the phenomenal Buraco das Araras one of the world's largest sink-holes and a natural aviary of macaws and toucans
1hr visit: 75 BRL
Go on a stunning sunset horse ride around the beautiful countryside around Bonito
Riding: 80 BRL
Go rafting or tubing in the beautiful waters near Bonito
Tour incl transport: 150 BRL
Bonito Sucuri
Snorkelling trip and transport: 255 BRL
Visit the stunning São Miguel Caves near Bonito
Entrance: 50 BRL
Take an incredible snorkelling trip through the crystal clear waters of the Rio da Prata getting a phenomenal view of the fish and aquatic plants underwater
Snorkelling trip and transport: 290 BRL
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy another day in Bonito to relax or take part in activities.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we have a full drive day south to the city of Foz do Iguacu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we will visit the Brazilian side of Iguacu Falls, to get some incredible panoramic vistas of the mighty waterfalls. There is also time to visit the bird park, take a helicopter ride over the falls, see the incredible Itaipu Dam, or quickly stop into Paraguay to pick up some bargains in the nearby Ciudad del Este.
Included Activities
Discover the unbelievable Iguazu Falls from the Brazilian side
Included
Optional Activities
Take a short trip into Paraguay to experience the chaos of Ciudad del Este and pick up a bargain or two (price listed is for a return trip in a taxi)
Taxi to border: 140 BRL
Visit the colossal Itaipu Dam the second largest hydroelectric dam in the world
Special Tour: 68 BRL
Visit the Parque das Aves bird park near Foz do Iguaçu a wonderful conservation project which provides an excellent home to over 1000 iconic birds from the region such as toucans macaws and eagles
Entrance: 36 BRL
Take an exhilarating speed boat ride around the base of the falls from the Brazilian side
Boat: 75 BRL
Take an unforgettable 10-minute helicopter flight over the Iguazu Falls enjoying a bird's eye view of one of the world's most incredible set of waterfalls
Price: 430 BRL
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we will take a day trip back into Argentina to see the incredible Iguazu Falls from the other side. This is well worth doing as the views are even more spectacular, and you'll be able to look right down into the mighty Garganta del Diablo (the largest waterfall here) from a gantry walkway viewing point). We will have a full day at the Argentine side of the falls, allowing us lots of time to freely explore the site, hike some nature trails, or perhaps take an exhilarating (and very wet) boat ride!
We will return to our base in Foz do Iguacu tonight.
Included Activities
View the amazing Iguazu Falls from the Argentinian side
Included
Optional Activities
Get a soaking on a boat trip to the Falls
Boat: 1,500 ARS
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Border information: Exit Brazil at Tancredo Neves, enter Argentina at Tancredo Neves.
Today we cross the border into Argentina, and aim to reach the beautiful village of Yapeyú on the banks of the River Uruguay. Yapeyú is very famous amongst Argentines for being the birthplace of their national hero General Jose de San Martin, one of the liberators of South America from Spanish colonial rule.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Today we have a full day drive north though the provinces of Corrientes and Entre Rios to Buenos Aires, the wonderful capital of Argentina!
Meals: Breakfast
Today will be a free day to explore the incredible city, soak up the atmosphere of its streets, and discover its amazing culture, art, and music.
Optional Activities
Learn all about the cuisine of Argentina on a food tour of Buenos Aires visiting several incredible local top-class eateries that you won't find in the guidebooks!
Tour: 85 USD
Watch a football game at La Bombonera
Entrance: 300 ARS
Enjoy a free city tour of Buenos Aires
Tour: Free
Explore the beautiful area of Palermo Viejo see the incredible modern sculpture of Floralis Generica and head out to the area's bars and restaurants at night
Entrance: Free
Visit the strangely beautiful cemetery of Recoleta the final resting place of many ex-presidents and Argentine icons most famously including the tomb of Eva Peron
Entrance: Free
Head out to a tango show in Buenos Aires' oldest cafe the Gran Cafe Tortoni - seeing a slice of iconic Argentine culture in an ideal and intimate setting
Show: 650 ARS
Try your hand at the art of tango dancing with a private lesson in Buenos Aires
Lesson: 25 USD
See a different side to Buenos Aires on a tour of its incredible street art with some of the local artists
Tour: 20 USD
Meals: Breakfast
Border information: if you are leaving in Buenos Aires, you will most likely exit Argentina at Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini International Airport, also known as Ezeiza Airport (IATA code: BUE/EZE).
Today is the end day for passengers finishing their trip in Buenos Aires. Please note there is no accommodation included on the trip tonight - please contact your sales agent if you are interested in booking extra nights of accommodation in order to fully explore and take part in some of the optional activities listed below.
02 Feb 20
Rio de Janeiro
20 Feb 20
Buenos Aires
$1,455 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Closed
On Request
The trip you are enquiring about is currently on a request basis. Please fill in the below form and a member of the sales team will get back to you as soon as possible with details of availability.
03 Feb 20
Buenos Aires
21 Feb 20
Rio de Janeiro
$1,515 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Closed
On Request
The trip you are enquiring about is currently on a request basis. Please fill in the below form and a member of the sales team will get back to you as soon as possible with details of availability.
26 Feb 20
Rio de Janeiro
15 Mar 20
Buenos Aires
$1,515 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: OnRequest
On Request
The trip you are enquiring about is currently on a request basis. Please fill in the below form and a member of the sales team will get back to you as soon as possible with details of availability.
14 Jul 20
Buenos Aires
01 Aug 20
Rio de Janeiro
$1,455 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
27 Jul 20
Buenos Aires
14 Aug 20
Rio de Janeiro
$1,455 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
15 Aug 20
Rio de Janeiro
02 Sep 20
Buenos Aires
$1,455 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
31 Aug 20
Buenos Aires
18 Sep 20
Rio de Janeiro
$1,455 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
05 Nov 20
Buenos Aires
23 Nov 20
Rio de Janeiro
$1,455 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
24 Nov 20
Rio de Janeiro
12 Dec 20
Buenos Aires
$1,455 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
25 Jan 21
Buenos Aires
12 Feb 21
Rio de Janeiro
$1,545 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
17 Feb 21
Rio de Janeiro
07 Mar 21
Buenos Aires
$1,470 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
13 Jun 21
Rio de Janeiro
01 Jul 21
Buenos Aires
$1,470 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
22 Jun 21
Buenos Aires
10 Jul 21
Rio de Janeiro
$1,470 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
13 Jul 21
Buenos Aires
31 Jul 21
Rio de Janeiro
$1,470 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
19 Jul 21
Rio de Janeiro
06 Aug 21
Buenos Aires
$1,470 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
03 Nov 21
Buenos Aires
21 Nov 21
Rio de Janeiro
$1,515 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
23 Nov 21
Rio de Janeiro
11 Dec 21
Buenos Aires
$1,515 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
07 Feb 22
Buenos Aires
25 Feb 22
Rio de Janeiro
$1,575 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
02 Mar 22
Rio de Janeiro
20 Mar 22
Buenos Aires
$1,515 USD + 800 USD Kitty
Status: Open
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