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Pantaneiro Ride in the Pantanal
Pantanal
Brazil
The Pantanal, the largest swampland area in both North and South America, unique in the world, it is a perfect area for those who like to ride on horseback and get to know its rich variety of flora and fauna. The area has a diversity of ecosystems where it is possible to see animals like capybaras, caimans, anteaters, armadillos, monkeys and lots of birds.
Over a period of more than 200 years of farming and cattle ranching, the Pantanal’s biodiversity and landscape are basically the same as they were in their ancestor’s time.
This ride is and excellent introduction to the immense flood plains of the Pantanal and its inhabitants - a proud and very hospitable people. The ride explores the beautiful surrounding of two distinct historic ranches - Fazenda Sao Jose and Pousada Pequi. Riding through its open fields, marshes, caápões, ridges, streams and bays, we encounter a rich variety of lush flora and fauna, typical of a region well preserved. There are several tracks with shorter or longer routes, which can be made during the floods and dry seasons, always with experienced local guides. During a morning or afternoon, you can accompany the cowboys in their work routine with the cattle. Move cattle to other parts of the farm (cattle drive), take care of the calves or see the cowboys working at the corral. It is also a good opportunity to learn a little bit more about the culture and habits of the people from Pantanal. Night safaris and boat tours round up the Pantanal experience.
The ranches are located in a rich area formed by typical wetland vegetation and open pastures with patches of stunted vegetation (cerrado), lakes, lowlands, pond outlets and the Aquidauana River with its exuberant gallery forest. In these uncommon Pantanal habitats, there is a rich flora and exuberant fauna which delights everyone. Those who have the opportunity to visit this hidden tropical paradise in the heart of South America and to experience even for a little while, its wildlife and lush vegetation as well as to get to know the people, will see the world with different eyes.
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Progressive Ride (no camping)
Suitable for riders over 210 lbs
Center-based ride
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Meeting:
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Aquidauana
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Airport:
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Campo Grande
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Transfer:
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Transfer from Campo Grande
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Riders:
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Min
4 riders
Max
12 riders
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Trip Brochure (PDF) 
Trip Rating
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Rates and Dates for 2012
Rates include:
Accommodation; full board; 5 riding days; boat trips; vehicle safari., English speaking guide.
| A | 2012 | 7 day trip, AP | 7d / 6n | BRL4785 | $2775 |
| Single supplement | BRL520 | $305 |
| Small group supplement (2 only) pp | BRL500 | $290 |
Transfer Option:
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2012
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Transfer from Campo Grande included at set times
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Tour Dates for 2012
This ride is available any date between March and October ( we need the booking at least 1 month before the date of the ride)
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Rates do not include:
Drinks; tips; additional non-riding activities
With 1 to 3 riders only: the itinerary doesn’t include the ride and lunch at Olhos DAgua Ranch and the ride from Aguape to Pequi ( transfer will be done by car) .
Day 1 Campo Grande to Fazenda Sao Jose
You are met in Campo Grande and transferred to Fazenda Sao Jose in the Pantanal (approx 3 hrs). Owned by the same family over the last 150 years, activities were diversified eleven years ago, with the continuation of cattle ranching, ecotourism and fishing, support of conservation projects such as the Escola Pantaneira (schools), Cavalo Pantaneiro (regional breed of horses) and Projeto Arara Azul (Hyacinth Macaw Project).
Pantaneiro refers to inhabitants, creatures or anything relative to the Pantanal region. The nature and its surrounding vegetation is characteristic for Pantanal, with lakes, rivers, flooded and open areas.
Check in to your room, relax and explore the property. Learn about the week ahead. If there is time before dinner, there may be the opportunity for a night game drive. Dinner and overnight.
Day 2 Fazenda Sao Jose
After breakfast you set off for your first ride across this huge ranch. Forget the dimensions of farms in Europe - here the land seems to be endless. You may get your first opportunity for cattle work and will hopefully see some of the many birds and animals who live alongside the white cattle. Return to Aguapé for lunch. After a relaxing few hours, set out on an afternoon ride in search of some of the Pantanal’s famous wildlife.
Dinner and overnight at Fazenda Sao Jose.
Day 3 Fazenda Sao Jose
Another day to explore Aguapé. Ride to the “Poção” (big pool) for a picnic lunch. There is the possibility of a short swim with your horse to reach the lunch spot. You may see caiman, tuiuiús and herons and in the dry season you may see other animals. See if you can catch a piranha.
Later return to the ranch house. Overnight at Fazenda Sao Jose.
Day 4 Fazenda Sao Jose to Pequi
After breakfast set off on a ride in search of some of the Pantanal’s captivating creatures. Later, transfer to Fazenda Pequi by car (larger groups may set off after breakfast to ride there instead). Arrive at Pequi in time for a late lunch and a chance to relax by the pool.
Dinner and overnight at Fazenda Pequi. After dinner have a night safari by boat or jeep.
Day 5 - Pequi
In the morning you may help the pantaneiros with their cattle work, assist them in rounding up the herd or perhaps there may be some day-old calves to catch and ear-tag. In the afternoon your final ride may be on along the Trail of Ariranhas (otters) Bay. You ma even be lucky enough to spot these fascinating creatures.
Dinner and overnight at Fazenda Pequi.
Day 6 Pequi
Today you will either explore more of Fazenda Pequi on horseback or ride to another ranch called Fazenda Olhos D' Água for lunch. Later, either ride back to Pequi or return by a boat on the Aquiduana River and get another perspective of the Pantanal entirely.
Dinner and overnight at Fazenda Pequi.
Day 7 Pequi to Campo Grande
After breakfast say your farewells and depart for Campo Grande – arriving in the mid afternoon.
Meeting:
Aquidauana
Airport:
Campo Grande
Transfer:
Transfer from Campo Grande
Distance:
121 miles
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Tack:
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Australian trail saddles
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Horses:
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Pantaneiro and Quarter mix
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Pace:
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Moderate, trots and canters. 3 to 6 hrs per day
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Walk |
Trot |
Canter |
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Level:
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(2.5
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3.5
out of 5) Intermediate
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Weight:
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Max
240 lbs
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Riders:
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Min
4 riders
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Max
12 riders
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Riding Level
You should be confident at walk, trot and canter and open to a different
way of riding. Due to the terrain and the cowboy culture of slow riding
when working cattle, much of the riding is at a walk with occasional
canters.
Beginner and novice riders can be accepted as part of private groups.
The Pantaneiro Horse
In 1535 during the time that the Spanish ruled over this region, Pedro de Mendonça brought the first horses to this area, which was bloodstock from the Iberian Peninsula. In this same year, the Guaicuru Indians attacked him taking most of these horses. From this and many other attacks, the Indians took possession of many animals of the same origin.
Thereafter the Guaicurus Indians started to breed and to spread this race of horse in the Pantanal area. Later, through the settlers arriving from other states, the cross-breeding of these animals with the resident’s horses and natural selection continued for the three following centuries. In this way, the Pantaneiro Horse appeared. It is an animal endowed with extraordinary toughness, an enormous hoof resistance to wetlands, as well as, the ability for hard and continuous work in the extensive wetlands of the Pantanal.
In the seventies these animals almost faced extinction due to spread of a disease called infectious anemia in the Pantanal. In 1972, Ministry of Agriculture introduced in Poconé – a town in the state of Mato Grosso, the Pantaneiro Horse Project. This was a central nucleus focused on breeding and preserving this animal.
Later, in 1982, the Mato Grosso do Sul University (UFMS) introduced a similar project in order to do research and to supply good reproductive stock to create new breeding nuclei. Fazenda São José (farm), has taken part in this project since the beginning of year 2000 to 2008. It is still possible to see some of these animals around the Pousada.
Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passports valid for at least six months from date of entry required by all nationals referred to in the chart.Passport NoteAll non-Brazillian nationals under 18 years of age, when not accompanied by b. more
The Pantanal goes through three cycles every year that changes its landscape. They are:
Rainy or Flood season:
Summer rainfall between November and March causes the flood. Most of the animals search for higher areas such as “caapões” and “cordilheiras”.
It is a good period to go on a boat ride to see the spectacular landscape and to go through the flooded meadows on horseback.
“Vazante” (intermediate season):
It usually happens from April to June. The meadows start drying and the water collects in the bays and lakes; the fish, animals and birds stay round these areas.
Dry season:
This is an excellent time to visit the Pantanal. The land dries out with lack of rain making movement easier. Many species can be seen wondering around searching for waterholes. Different types of animals get together around the few remaining water pools.
Climate
The weather is hot most of the year. Summer is usually a rainy season with the rains coming December to March. From April to November it rarely rains. Sometimes there are cold snaps between May and September but they only last for a few days; the temperature may drop to 7º C.
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You will be staying at two different ranches during this rideThe Fazenda Sao Jose has 14 comfortable but simple rooms with air-conditioning
and ceiling fans. There is a swimming pool, restaurant, a
football (soccer) and volleyball area, thatched-roof kiosks to relax
after meals. Breakfast, lunch and dinner follow the regional tradition: typical dishes, meats, fish, breads, cheese and sweets all made with care in our kitchen.Fresh cheese, yogurt, cakes and sweets are made with products of the farm and this gives a special taste to the food. And the typical food like cheese bread, rice with dry meat, piranha soup, Paraguayan soup, rice with chicken and pasta with dry meat help you learn a little bit more about the culture and habits of the people from Pantanal. There are • Swimming pool;
• Meeting room (capacity = 50);
• Sand volleyball court;
• Hammocks area;
• Thatched-roof kiosks to relax;
• Quiosques;
• Internet access;
• Air strip for small planes (S) South 20º 5' 40.0" - (W) West 055º 57' 52,6";
• Souvenir store;
• Living room with TV;
• Games room;
• Restaurant.
Pousada Pequi
The main lodge is 1000 meters from the Aquidauana River banks. The pousada has 7 comfortable, basic rooms equipped with air-conditioning and ceiling fan. here’s also dining room with TV, large leisure area with swimming pool,
restaurant where the most diversified dishes of the delicious swampland
typical cuisine are served.
This trip includes
and can accommodate special dietary requests.
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Tack:
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Australian trail saddles
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Horses:
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Pantaneiro and Quarter mix
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Pace:
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Moderate, trots and canters. 3 to 6 hrs per day
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Walk |
Trot |
Canter |
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Level:
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(2.5
to
3.5
out of 5) Intermediate
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Weight:
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Max
240 lbs
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Riders:
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Min
4 riders
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Max
12 riders
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Riding Level
You should be confident at walk, trot and canter and open to a different
way of riding. Due to the terrain and the cowboy culture of slow riding
when working cattle, much of the riding is at a walk with occasional
canters.
Beginner and novice riders can be accepted as part of private groups.
The Pantaneiro Horse
In 1535 during the time that the Spanish ruled over this region, Pedro de Mendonça brought the first horses to this area, which was bloodstock from the Iberian Peninsula. In this same year, the Guaicuru Indians attacked him taking most of these horses. From this and many other attacks, the Indians took possession of many animals of the same origin.
Thereafter the Guaicurus Indians started to breed and to spread this race of horse in the Pantanal area. Later, through the settlers arriving from other states, the cross-breeding of these animals with the resident’s horses and natural selection continued for the three following centuries. In this way, the Pantaneiro Horse appeared. It is an animal endowed with extraordinary toughness, an enormous hoof resistance to wetlands, as well as, the ability for hard and continuous work in the extensive wetlands of the Pantanal.
In the seventies these animals almost faced extinction due to spread of a disease called infectious anemia in the Pantanal. In 1972, Ministry of Agriculture introduced in Poconé – a town in the state of Mato Grosso, the Pantaneiro Horse Project. This was a central nucleus focused on breeding and preserving this animal.
Later, in 1982, the Mato Grosso do Sul University (UFMS) introduced a similar project in order to do research and to supply good reproductive stock to create new breeding nuclei. Fazenda São José (farm), has taken part in this project since the beginning of year 2000 to 2008. It is still possible to see some of these animals around the Pousada.
Passports
Passports valid for at least six months from date of entry required by all nationals referred to in the chart.
Passport Note
All non-Brazillian nationals under 18 years of age, when not accompanied by both parents, must have a birth certificate (an original or authenticated photocopy). This must be in English, French, Portuguese or Spanish, otherwise an official translation must be presented as well. When travelling alone or with one parent, a declaration from the absent parent(s) must be presented authorising the journey and giving the name and address of the person in Brazil who will be responsible for the minor. In the case of divorced or deceased parents, papers attesting to full custody must be presented.
All travellers must be in possession of onward or return tickets and sufficient funds to cover their stay.
Visas
Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except the following:
(a) 1. nationals of EU countries (except nationals of Cyprus, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Malta who do require a visa) for touristic and business stays of up to 90 days;
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey to a third country by the same or first connecting flight, provided holding onward documentation and not leaving the airport.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Types of Visa and Cost
Tourist: cost varies according to nationality. Generally, it is around £30. Other prices, based on reciprocity, are £28 (for nationals of Australia); £52 (for nationals of Canada); free, but £104 processing fee (for nationals of the USA). British citizens requiring visas with a validity over 180 days will be subject to a processing fee of £124. Business and Transit: cost varies according to nationality; contact the consulate for details.
Validity
Normally 90 days from date of issue, although this is at the discretion of Brazilian immigration officials. Tourist visas can be used for multiple entry within the period of validity. Tourist visas can be extended up to a further 90 days, provided the application is made at least two weeks before the expiration of the visa. Nationals should apply in Brazil to the federal police; this must be done before the visa expires or nationals risk deportation.
Note: Some Brazilian immigration officials have been restricting single male tourists aged 25-50 to stays of up to 30 days, particularly in the north east region, in an effort to combat sex tourism.
Applications to:
Consulate (or consular section at the embassy); see Contact Addresses. Applications made through travel agents or by post are subject to a fee of £8.
Working Days Required
Depends on nationality. Up to three days for applications made in person and 10 days for applications made by a third party. Additional time is required to process applications made by post.
| Passport Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes |
| Visa Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
1 |
| Return Ticket Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes |
This information is not being updated on a regular basis. Hidden Trails does not
take any responsibility for the accuracy of the above information. Please, consult
the embassy or consulate for updated info.
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Pantaneiro Ride in the Pantanal
Tour Code:
IT-BRRT03
7 days /
6 nights
~$2,775.00
Dates :
Jan - Oct
Difficulty :
Lodging:
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Rates | Dates
Accomodation
Tack:
Australian trail saddles
Horses:
Pantaneiro and Quarter mix
Pace:
Moderate, trots and canters. 3 to 6 hr...
Walk,
Trot,
Canter,
Airport:
Campo Grande
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