Destinations - Bonito

Description

Bonito is becoming one of the most desired destinations for ecotourism in Brasil, in account of it's pristine nature, forest, many waterfalls and caves. 

It has springs and rivers of extraordinarily clear water with colorful fish and varied aquatic vegetation. The waterfalls and rivers are amazing and of exquisite beauty- Bonito means beautiful in Portuguese. 

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Activities

There are activities available for every taste: Guided Nature Tours for observation of fauna and flora, Trekking in the valleys with many waterfalls, exploration of caves with crystal blue water, snorkelling in springs filled with colourful fish, rappel and scuba diving in caves and rivers. 

Packages including Bonito

- Iguassu Falls & Bonito - 8 days

- Pantanal & Bonito - 8 days

- Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls & Bonito - 10 days

- Rio de Janeiro, Pantanal & Bonito - 12 days

- Pantanal, Bonito & Amazon - 12 days

- Other Packages

- Local Tours in Bonito    

Accommodation

The accommodation available includes Hotels, Pousadas*, a Youth Hostel and camping.
*Pousada is a small or family run hotel. Similar to an Inn

Weather 

Tour 1 -   "Snorkelling in the River Sucuri" After a short walk to the river spring you start a fascinating snorkelling trip just floating down the river with the soft current for 2 km. It is an unforgettable experience in the middle of the beautiful fish and other aquatic life. The river is in the middle of the forest. The groups snorkelling are escorted by boat. You will be using mask, snorkel, life jacket and wet suit. Also suitable for people that don't want to snorkel (they can go on the rowing boat to observe the river margins and see the fish through the clear water).

Tour 2 -   "Walk and waterfalls of the "River of the Fish" (Rio do Peixe).  A light walk through really beautiful scenery among waterfalls and natural pools. You will be able to swim in the pools and waterfalls, enjoying the force of the water massaging your back. Afterwards, there is a tasty homemade lunch served on the farm and many hammocks available for a deserved rest. 

Tour 3 -  "Rappel in the Anhumas Abyss" This is considered by many as the biggest adventure trip in Brazil. It's a cave/ hole, with a small opening and a lake the size of a football field inside. To enter it, you need to do a 72 meters rappel descent. A rappel training is necessary the day before, so the instructors can evaluate your capacity to descent and ascent using the techniques you will be taught. During your time in the Abyss, you will be able to snorkel or scuba dive in the big crystal clear lake and also go around the cave with a guide in a small rowing boat to observe the features of this amazing place. It's a unspoiled location, because it was discovered only in the 70's and stayed basically untouched until nowadays thanks to the difficult access (it can be reached only with rappel techniques). For the adventurous people only.

Tour 4 - "Scuba Diving" . Cave diving in the crystal clear waters of the underground lakes. Only for certified divers holding a internationally recognised licence. Diving in the rivers is also available. To be able to dive in some caves, you also need a specialized cave diving course.

Tour 5 -   "Horse Riding" Available in many areas around Bonito. If interested contact us for more information.

Tour 6 -   "Gruta do Lago Azul" - Blue Lake Cave- One of the most beautiful and well known caves in Brazil. Walk down into the cave between the stalagmites and stalactites until you arrive at the spectacular and mysterious blue lake. It's an obligatory visit, because of the beauty of the lake. Swimming is not allowed.  Duration: 3 hours.

Tour 7 -   "Rafting and Photo Safari in the River Formoso" This is a boat trip where you have time to appreciate and take pictures of the fauna and flora around the river margins. The inflatable passes over three small waterfalls and two gentle rapids on the way down the river to the "Island of the Father"  Suitable for all ages.

Tour 8 - "Waterfall of the Panther's Mouth" Cachoeira da Boca da Onça-

A full day visiting the biggest waterfall of the state of Mato Grosso do Sul. A light and beautiful walk through enchanted scenery, with many small waterfalls and natural pools, in the middle of the forest. The last waterfall visited is the Panther's Mouth, with a pool just under the fall, where you can refresh yourself and enjoy the amazing view. Later you will have a homemade lunch in the park center, and you will have a couple of hours to enjoy the views of the surroundings, the swimming pool (with water and fish from the river) or just relax in the hammocks placed in a shaded area. It's also possible to do rappel in the same cliff. 

Tour 9 - "Snorkelling in the Rio da Prata" (Silver River)- This snorkelling tour is an amazing experience. After a short walk through the forest, with your guide explaing about the fauna and flora, you start the snorkelling in the spring of Olho d'Agua River. The water is incredibly clear, and it's possible to see it rising through the river bed. For about an hour you will be floating effortless down the river, enjoying the spectacle of the many colourfull fish swimming around you. Upon arriving back to the farm, you will have a delicious homemade cooked meal waiting for you.