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The Pantanal, the largest contiguous
wetland on the planet, declared a World Heritage Site
and Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, is South America’s
primary wildlife sanctuary. With a total area of approximately
150,000km2 and located in the center of the continent,
the Pantanal is a biogeography mixing bowl containing
elements of the Amazon Forest, the Caatinga, the Brazilian
Savannah, the Atlantic Rainforest and the Paraguayan Chaco.
This fantastic biodiversity includes: 698 birds species,
80 mammals, 260 fish species and 50 reptiles.
Located amidst this unique and rare biological
diversity is the Araras Eco Lodge (16º 30’
42.3” South latitude; 56º 42’ 39.4”
West longitude). Built in harmony with the environment,
without renouncing comfort, the lodge is reachable all
year-round by car via the Transpantaneira Park Road, 132
km (82 miles) south of Cuiabá, the capital of the
State of Mato Grosso. From this lodge, with its enviably
preserved surroundings, it is possible to do first-class
bird-watching, trekking in pristine forest, canoeing,
horseback riding, truck photo-safaris, viewing from the
25m (82 ft) high observation tower, night tours and much
more, all under the assistance of expert bilingual naturalist
guides.
.jpg) ARARAS ECO LODGE offers a homey atmosphere,
where visitors from diverse generations and cultures,
find the creative space to fulfill their personal experiences.
The lodge, built in regional rustic style, offers 19 comfortable
rooms with air conditioning with screened windows, ceiling
fans, private bathrooms (cold and hot shower); a swimming
pool with an adjoining covered area for meals, large verandas
with hammocks, gift shop, bar, and restaurant.
The excellent regional food consists of dishes made from
the tasty meat and fishes of the Pantanal, as well as
featuring organic salads, vegetables and seasonal fruits.
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