In the popular wetlands of the Pantanal you can enjoy floating eco lodges set within the heart of wildlife refuges, whilst in the Amazon you can enjoy remote bungalows and suites. General standards of accommodation in Brazil are high, and below you can view our preferred options following our extensive research. Brazil is home to a full range of accommodation types from homely pousadas to large-scale hotels, and the options will depend on the areas you are visiting.
Located in the Brazilian state of Mato Grosso do Sul and the southern portion of the Pantanal region, Caiman Ecological Refuge is a massive 53,000-hectare complex. Caiman Ecological Refuge has one of the best wildlife viewing locations in the South Pantanal. The area is home to hundreds of species of mammals, birds and reptiles and offers you the best chance of seeing jaguars in the wild.
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Thought to be the best hotel in the Pantanal area, Hotel Pantanal Norte (formerly Porte Jofre) is simple and often used by the fishermen of the area. Located at the end of the Transpantaneira Highway, on the banks of the Cuiaba River, it is the perfect base for jaguar spotting between July and September. Rooms are spacious and en-suite and the well maintained gardens are frequented by Hyacinth macaws and toco toucans.
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Pousada Trijunção offers comfort and luxury alongside an intimate integration with nature. Set on the border that divides the states of Minas Gerias, Bahia and Goias, Pousada Trijunção is perfectly situated to embrace the unique landscape of this area: the incredible Cerrado, the Brazilian savannah. This lodge also supports it surroundings with efforts to promote its preservation and protect its inhabitants.
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Cristalino Lodge is built to emphasise engagement with the natural environment. Cristalino lodge keeps its guests in stylish comfort, offering comfortable rooms and a good range of facilities. Offering three choices of accommodation, all built with environmental sustainability in mind. For relaxation, the lodge features a floating deck where you can enjoy a refreshing swim in the pristine waters of the Cristalino River.
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In the home of the hyacinth macaw in the Northern Pantanal, Araras is an eco-lodge built in perfect harmony with the surrounding environment, with a large emphasis on comfort. Completely immersed in this tropical wetland ecosystem, but ideally located along the Transpantaneira Highway, Araras is the perfect lodge for an authentic Pantaneiro experience, providing a glimpse into the way of life of the Pantanal cattle ranchers.
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Embrace the heart of the Amazon Rainforest in a mosquito-free haven at Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge. The exclusive lodge offers 16 suites and 4 luxury bungalows, ensuring a comfortable and immersive rainforest experience. Nestled within the Estação Ecológica de Anavilhanas, the largest river archipelago in the world, the lodge is surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of approximately 400 islands, lakes, and rivers, stretching over 90 kilometers.
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Experience the epitome of luxury at Hotel das Cataratas, a prestigious hotel nestled within the breathtaking Iguassu National Park. As the only hotel located within the park, their guests enjoy exclusive access to the park's wonders in the tranquil evening and at the break of dawn.
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This eco lodge is located inside Brazil’s largest protected area, the Mamiraua Reserve, 90 mins in a motorized canoe from Tefe – getting there is most definitely part of the experience! The Reserve is a state conservation area, made up of channels, lakes and a seasonally flooded forest. The lodge’s 10 rustic apartments are equipped with terraces and en-suite bathrooms.
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Nestled within a pristine forest and surrounded by the enchanting sounds of nature, these luxurious suites offer an unrivaled vantage point for observing jaguars in their natural habitat. There are six of these sumptuous floating suites adjoining the Southwild Jaguar Flotel, each featuring its own private en-suite facilities. What truly sets them apart, however, are the floor-to-ceiling windows and private decks that provide guests with breathtaking panoramic views.
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The Southwild Jaguar Flotel, is a floating hotel based in the Northern Pantanal. Due to the nomadic style of the accommodation the chances of seeing the famous Jaguar are increased dramatically. During the daytime cats can be as close as 3-5 metres from the boat itself.
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