BRAZILIAN WILDLIFE Jaguar Tracking with Conservationists through the Pantanal

Located in the heart of South America, The Pantanal is the world’s largest wetland. Twenty times the size of the famed Everglades in Florida, wildlife is easy to spot in the area's open marshes. Experience the excitement of witnessing graceful jaguars, swimming anacondas, colourful macaws and gentle giant otters in their natural environment.

The Pantanal is a biogeographic mixing bowl, including the Amazon Forest, the Caatinga, the Brazilian Savannah, the Atlantic Rainforest and the Paraguayan Chaco. The natural reserve is home to 698 species of bird, 260 of fish, 80 of mammals and 50 of reptiles.

You’ll be guided by local peõa (cowboy) Julinho Andre Monteiro, a native Brazilian with over 20 years’ experience exploring the region and tracking the elusive wild jaguar. As your private tour guide, Julinho will take you to places other tourists don't see, offering his guidance and honed tracking techniques. He will provide insightful knowledge on the natural flora and fauna, bringing you closer to the environment, the wildlife and the indigenous people.

The jaguar is the largest cat on the continent. To spot the jaguar, you’ll explore the river banks of Porto Jofre, set in the southern region of the Pantanal (Mato Grosso State). Tracking the jaguar is an important part of the big cats survival. Not just a thrilling experience, tracking is the most natural and friendliest way of protecting the jaguars way of life. By helping the local conservationists 'keep track' on their movements, migrations and habits, you can ensure the jaguar continues to thrive.

From your natural eco-lodge, you’ll trek through foilage and travel by motor boat along the wetlands where Julinho’s experience is vital. His awareness of the natural surroundings makes a sightings more possible; recognising subtle signs and understanding the jaguar’s migrations.

This experience is a truly authentic insight into the Pantanal way of life and a once in a lifetime opportunity to discover the region's biodiversity. A customisable getaway, Julinho can cater for most needs and interests. It is also possible to organise nights camping in the wild, for the ultimate get-in-touch with nature experience. Please contact the TRULY concierge team for further details.

We Also Recommend

• Tracking the elusive jaguar is best done between the drier months of June to October
• Whilst on the river, experience Piranha fishing, a local delicacy
• Hop on-board a single-engine propeller light aircraft for a breath-taking view of The Pantanal, and track the jaguar from the air

Additional Information

Travel insurance is not included. Please contact your insurance company in advance to enquire about travel and health insurance to this region.

Please Note; Flights are not included to give you maximum flexibility with your travel. Return transfers to Cuiaba, through the Transpantaneira and all modes of transport during tracking are included in the price of the experience.

Cuiabá is located in the state of Mato Grosso. Cuiabá is located 100km (62 miles) from The Pantanal, which starts in Poconé. Cuiabá is the nearest city to the Pantanal with an airport for domestic flights. Cuiabá is approximately 1800km (1200 miles) from São Paulo.

All meals are provided by the eco-lodges. Please provide any special dietary requirements in advance of your travel dates. Drinks are not included.

It is recommend that you travel with cash. Credit cards are not accepted for extra expenses at the lodges, on tours or in many of the local communities.

This experience is available for bespoke alterations. Contact TRULY for further details and a quote.

All bookings are subject to availability. We recommend booking at least three months in advance to guarantee your desired dates and times.