Trogon 2009
Summary of nights: Rio 2, Paratí 2, Bonito 2, Pantanal 3, Iguaçu 2, Rio 1.
- Enjoy the panoramic views of fabulous Rio.
- Colonial charms of artist and literary haven, Paratí
- Fairytale forests and rivers around Bonito
- Quality wildlife viewing in the Pantanal wetlands
- Iguazú, the world’s most impressive waterfalls in bird-filled tropical forest.
Holiday itinerary
Day 1 Overnight flight to Rio, arriving next morning.
Days 2,3 Visit Sugarloaf Mountain and the Christ Redeemer statue.
Day 4 Travel down the 'Green Coast' to Paratí, a cobbled historic town.
Day 5 Boat trip to nearby islands and tour of the bay.
Day 6 Full day travel to Bonito, by bus and plane.
Day 7 Enjoy the lakes, caves and streams of Bonito.
Day 8 Bus to the heart of the Pantanal.
Days 9, 10 Explore the Pantanal, the wetlands and abundant wildlife.
Days 10, 11 Fly to Iguacu and visit the Brazilian and Argentinian side of the Falls.
Day 12 Return to Rio by air.
Day 13 Depart, arriving UK day 14.
A few days to spare?
Fly to Salvador in the north of Brazil for a taste of the african culture and white sandy beaches, or if you are interested in wildlife the mighty Amazon can be visited from Manaus. Or how about just unwinding on a beach or island closer to Rio? Please contact us for more details and suggestions.
Trip profile
Transport: 3 flights, longest 4 hrs; 3 road journeys, longest 6hrs.
Accommodation: Simple, comfortable hotels and guest houses (with private bathroom), traditional pousada (lodge) in the Pantanal with private shower.
Meals: Breakfast daily, full board at the Pantanal lodge.
Included excursions: Sugar Loaf mountain, Rio; boat trip, Paratí; outdoor activities, Bonito; full programme of excursions in the Pantanal; Iguaçu Falls.
Group size: Min 4, max 16. Led by Journey Latin America tour leader.
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Rio de Janeiro and its unique setting among mountains and bays
A caiman looks on in the Pantanal
The largest waterfalls in the world - Iguazu
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