Photoworkshop Pantanal
Photoworkshop Pantanal - the animal paradies of Brazil
Photo Trip Pantanal - the animal paradise of Brazil
The Pantanal is the largest contiguous wetland on earth. It is situated in the geographical center of South America, in Brazil. While the largest part lies within the borders of Brazil a small area in the west extends into Bolivia and Paraguay. The Pantanal is a huge, gently-sloped basin that receives runoff from the upland areas and slowly releases the water through the Paraguay River and tributaries. It constitutes an enormous internal river delta, in which several rivers flowing from the surrounding plateau merge, depositing their sediments and erosion residues, which have been filling, throughout the years, the large depression area of the Pantanal.
The Pantanal is also famous for its abundance of wildlife. And though it's often overshadowed by the Amazon rain forest to the north, the Pantanal boasts the highest concentration of wildlife on the continent.
There are about 1,000 bird species, 300 mammal species, 480 reptile species and 9,000 invertebrates. Many animals of the Amazon basin also occur in the Pantanal, where they are much easier to spot due to less dense vegetation and more vast open spaces! The jaguar, the world's third largest cat is one of these. A big issue is certainly the Jaguar! We will invest several days especially for them on the Cuiaba River. Over the past decade, these large cats have become more habituated due to boat traffic from fishermen. Today this once very elusive cat can easily be seen on river banks hunting or swimming across channels and narrow rivers. The waterways in the northern Pantanal are without question, the best places in the world to see and photograph jaguars in the wild.
We will spend five days cruising the Cuiaba River and its tributaries in motor boats in search of jaguars. At the same time we will have great opportunities to see caimans, giant river otters, capybaras (the world's largest rodent) and many bird species including the world's largest stork, the jabiru.
On our way to and from the Cuiaba River we will spend 6 days at lodges near the Transpantaneira where we may see giant and little anteaters, capuchin and howler monkeys and several macaws species. The water-filled artificial ditches next to the Transpantaneira attract myriads of waterbirds. These birds are used to the road traffic and can easily be photographed from a close distance.
This photo tour is a wildlife safari in South America.
We are aiming to see the special animals of the Pantanal and photograph those well.
Another important issue is the birdlife. The blue hyacinth macaws we will also try to get up close. We might spot toucans, rheas and so on. Close to the river we will discover spoonbills and numerous other waterfowl. But also interesting mammals like capybaras (capybaras), armadillos and the big ant eater are with us on the To Do List. Not to mention the giant tapir!!
Important! Book the Pantanal Photo trip as early as possible.
On offer is an unforgettable Wildlife photo trip with fantastic possibilities to photograph the animals up close.
During 12 days within the country (15 days including international travel) we will also enjoy amenities as excellent cuisine and best lodging in the area!
Experience with this tour a Photo Tour of the extra class!
The journey begins and ends in Cuiabá.
The flights will be booked by the guests individually.
We're here to help you to look up different options.
The Pantanal is under UNESCO protection and is considered one of the largest wetlands in the world!
Anyone looking for a unique and special photo trip to the Pantanal will be thrilled!
We do not have any accommodation in the program to just fill the gap! The lodges are deliberately chosen.
Our photo tour might just cost a little bit more but we will be in the best places and have full board on the trip.
The animal wealth in the Pantanal is unique! Specifically, as we can both see mammals and birds plus lizards. This is of course is a great possibilities for animal portraits.
Accustomed sophisticated Standard
Sure, the trip to the Pantanal is carried out in the usual style of Fotoreisen.ch!
Again, we have the same first-rate infrastructure as in other countries.
We are housed in very good lodges and hotels. We deliberately stay several nights at the locations.
So you do not need to pack and unpack all the time and above all, we can visit the animals in their usual surroundings.
In most places we stay three or even four nights! Quiet time is so also possible.
The food is very good and varied.
We will have very good and comfortable vehicles as well as good boats.
We make various boat trips and take pictures mostly from the boat.
The skippers are very experienced with photographers!
What awaits you?
- Dreamlike dry forest landscapes with many small lakes and rivers
- Many different animals: birds, mammals, reptiles, great insects,
- Many and various rare species of birds, including macaws up close
- Monkeys, various small mammals, capybaras, coatis
- Possibility of also seeing the giant tapir and the great anteaters.
- Boat trips especially for Jaguar sighting!
Important to know
Every year the prices in Brasil climb about 10-12%. Also the prices for the lodges and the boat tours will increase.
So the Pantanal tours will never become cheaper the next years!
Photo equipment
camera equipment
Possibly a second camera body
24-70mm lens
Tele up to 400mm
Possibly a Macro lens
We photograph on the boats out of the hand, possibly. With a monopod (sometimes one is but so limited)
Lightweight travel tripod
Clothing tip
Light clothing!
Partner without cameras are welcome on the trip. Also, you will be amazed by the uniqueness of the Pantanal.
Dates & Price
Hotels and Llodges in the Pantanal are therefore often fully booked a year in advance!
The number of groups and the visitors of the Pantanal is limited by the small number of good accommodation!
You should therefore not wait until the very last minute!
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Pantanal Dates 2023
21.07. - 04.08.2023 Fully booked
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Pantanal 2024
20.07. - 04.08.2024 6 free spaces
02.08. - 17.08.2024 5 free spaces
Dates show start in Europe / back in Europe
Price in double room
At 6 guests CHF 7'900
At 9 guests CHF 7'450
At 11 guests CHF 7'050
Single room extra CHF 1150
When booking 1/2 double room, there is no right to the double room rate,
if no 2nd guest can be found for the double room.
The single room supplement will then be charged.
In case of currency differences to the advantage of the customer, we will then gladly pass these on to our customers.
Conversely, however, we are then unfortunately forced to charge for any increases in price.
A deposit of CHF 3'000 (Swiss Francs) is required at the time of booking.
fotoreisen.ch AG
Luzernerstr. 11
6343 Rotkreuz
Raiffeisenbank Adligenswil-Udligenswil-Meggen
CH-6043 Adligenswil
Switzerland
IBAN CH70 8080 8006 3356 0700 0
BIC/Swift Code: RAIFCH22XXX
The international demand for rooms is extreamly high in Pantanal.
So the numbers of rooms is limited!
For each tour in 2024 we have the following rooom avalable:
4 single rooms
4 double rooms
*Price without flights! Tour starts and ends in Cuiaba.
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Flights
The International flight needs to be booked as far as Sao Paulo plus onward flight to Cuiaba.
Booking
Booking
Bookingform EnglishBooking possible until 21th of december 2023
After this date only on request
Limitied single rooms available!
Single rooms for the remaining lodges are only possible on request.
The demand for the Pantanal is very high.
Early booking is therefore very important!
When booking a twin room and no other guest (same gender) is found to share the room, one is not entitled to the double room rate.
The single supplement is then billed.
Accommodation
Overnight stays in good lodges and hotels.
No Camping!
Tour guide
fotoreisen.ch + perfect local guide
Getting there
For the long-haul flights to Sao Paulo, we recommend you to book Business Class.
Registration
The registration is possible up to 6 months prior to the travel date.
We recommend, however, much earlier reservation in order for you to avail of cheap air fares.
Group size
Minimum of 6 and maximum of 12 guests.
In the boats each guest has 2 seats! We use two big boats!
Program
16 day Photo journey to the Pantanal in Brazil!
Day 1 Flight to Brazil
Day 2 Arrival in Sao Paulo and onward flight to Cuiaba, drive into the Pantanal to the first Lodge photographing on teh way to the lodge, various animals
Day 3 and 4 we are staying in a Lodge with different animals around. A bird paradise! But we will also see mammals and lizards! The variety and proximity to the animals there will inspire you! We might see Caymans, many different birds, giant tapir, great anteater and so on.
Day 5 to day 9 Jaguars! Drive to Jaguar area. We drive out two times in very good boats and with Top Guides to look out for Jaguars! Also the giant otters, Caymans and many other animals are on the program! Daily extensive boat tours in the morning and afternoon. Top Lodge! Best place to stay in the Pantanal!
Day 10 to day 13 we will go exploring by boat through the canals near the Lodge. Best of opportunities for animals up close!
Day 14 Transfer back to Cuiaba
Day 15 Return flight to Sao Paulo and flight to the mainland
16th day. Arrival back home.
It is possible that the program is partially changed due to the availability of the Lodges. But this has no influence on the quality of this trip.
Catering
This journey is full board! All meals included (drinks not included).
The meals are very good and varied!
It is possible that a lunch is sometimes a packed lunch.
You should budget money for drinks on the trip between US $ 150-200, depending on alcohol consumption
Vehicles
Bus for the drive in the Pantanal from Cuiaba
Good motorized boats in the Pantanal on the rivers
Tour guide
Organization done by Fotoreisen.ch plus local guide
Photo guide of Fotoreisen.ch
Tour Language
English / German
Visa
Please check with the embassy to see which travel documents are required.
Informations
Climate
Warm and rather dry climate. No rainforest climate.
Temperatures range at night up to about 18 ° C, during the day it can sometimes be 30-38 ° C.
But since we are traveling by boat, we will always have some refreshing wind to cool down!
About midday siesta is up to 3.30 pm. Afterwards we go again out on the boat tour or
take a ride around the grounds in an open vehicle.
I was amazed at the really pleasant climatic conditions. The area is indeed
rather dry forest and not rainforest. There are a lot of lakes and rivers around but it will
probably not rain during this trip! Thus, this is the best time!
Difficulty of travel
Our explorations and photo locations are easy to handle.
You will need no special training.
Light trekking shoes with good grip are recommended.
More information are available after registration.
Immunizations, malaria prophylaxis
highly recommended:
Tetanus, diphtheria and polio vaccination in combination with
Vaccination against yellow fever !!
Hepatitis
There is no malaria area in the Pantanal!
Mosquito Repellents sprays will help, also long sleeves and long pants.
There are mosquito nets in the rooms or in the windows.
Included
Full board on the trip from Cuiaba according itinerary
Price based on double room/ twin room sharing
Admissions per itinerary
Transfers from Cuiaba
Photo guide of fotoreisen.ch together with local partners
Not included
Getting to Sao Paulo, and Cuiabá
Mandatory travel insurance
Travel Accident Insurance
SOS return insurance
Mandatory insurance of Swiss Travel Guaranty 2,5‰ of the tour prize
Tips for Guides and drivers
Optional excursions and entrance fees
Booking fee CHF 80.- per person
Personal Hotel expenses
Beverages
Single room supplement 750 US $
Personal money (excluding drinks) on the trip approximately $ 150-200
Note on charging the batteries
We have the possibility to charge the batteries in all lodges.
So take with your regular charger.
The sockets are three-pin plugs in Brazil.
The bipolar International plug will also work everywhere!
Look forward to a trip with exciting nature experiences!
Please register via phone +41 79 64 66 345
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