Description
The Pantanal at Fazenda Barranco Alto is a unique ecosystem of stunning waterways, vast floodplains, water-lily and reed lagoons, salty ponds, shady forest glades and rich savannah grasslands.
The fazenda is a traditional cattle ranch with 4 comfortable ensuite guest rooms with air conditioning and private verandas. The remoteness of the location and the limited number of rooms make for a truly intimate Pantanal experience.
In order to see the most wildlife guests arise early in the mornings before the sun breaks over the horizon. Each day's route is different, marked by the Pantanal's ever-changing panorama of sights and sounds. Bursting with life, the bush continuously shifts and transforms as you pass through the plains either on foot, open-vehicle, canoe or on horseback.
There may be an hour spent trailing a giant anteater, or a carefree gallop through the ankle-deep waters of a pan, or a cautious approach to a herd of white-lipped peccaries, or a day spent cantering across grassy plains, splashing through flooded water meadows or paddling on the dark waters of the most pristine river in the Pantanal, the Rio Negro observing giant otters, caiman, birds, capybaras and if you are very lucky perhaps even a jaguar.
During the flooding season from October through March the surrounding countryside floods and plant life explodes. Then in April as the waters recede, the birds return in vast numbers and variety and other animals such as caiman and capybaras can be seen on the river banks.
Accommodation
| Twin with ensuite shower | |
| Twin with shared bathroom | |
Childcare
Children of all ages are welcome at Fazenda Barranco Alto although due to the length of the transfer to the lodge and the nature of the excursions we would not recommend it for very young children. Older children are sure to enjoy the adventurous nature of a stay in the Pantanal and looking out for the local wildlife.
Facilities
The Fazenda Barranco Alto features a restaurant serving typical Brazilian cuisine and bar.
Activities
All regular tours at the Fazenda Barranco alto are included during your stay - horse riding, bird watching, open vehicle safaris, hiking, canoeing, boating, nature walks and fishing. The hotel operates on a Full Board Basis.
When to travel
Two well-defined seasons: one dry (July to November) and one rainy (December to June). At the beginning of the rainy season the water is quickly absorbed, but later on the soil gradually becomes waterlogged. Plant-covered ponds, pools and baías start forming and new watercourses of widely varying sizes are formed.
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Location and directions
Pantanal, Brazil
Fazenda Rarranco Alto lies on the Rio Negro, in the heart of the Pantanal Natural Park near to Campo Grande, South Pantanal.
How to get there
175 miles North West of Campo Grande in the heart of the southern Pantanal and is reached by a 50 minute light aircraft flight or 6hrs by paved and bumpy road during the dry season (subject to weather conditions).
