Caiman Ecologic Refuge
Campo grande - Mato Grosso do Sul

The Refúgio Ecológico "ecologic refuge" Caiman is located approximately 140 miles from Campo Grande in a 53,000 hectare farm, of which 7,000 constitute an isolated reserve with very rich flora and fauna. It has a diverse landscape of savanna lowlands, seasonal wetlands and rich forest areas.

The region is one of the world's richest natural reserve and a migratory stopover for ibus, ducks, storks, herons, egrets and many other species. There over 300 species of birds scientifically identified.

The property comprises of one main lodge and four additional lodges strategically located in different points of the ranch with its own infrastructure and style. It offers offers graciously decorated rooms with air conditioning, swimming pool, and excellent regional and international cuisine.

Caiman Refuge Pictures

Programs:

The outings are accompanied by bilingual guides and are determined according to weather conditions. Observation varies according to the season. During the dry season, from August to November, mammals can be seen, while during wet season, from December to July, mostly birds. These are the activities offered to guests of Caiman:

Trekking around the lodge for observation of animals and vegetation. At night, one can observe caimans and other nocturnal animals.
Horse Back riding, which is the best way to get into the heart of the Pantanal, getting to places which normally could not be reached by regular means of transportation.
Rides on specially adapted vehicles to distant places where a wider variety of animals and, sometimes, thousands of birds can be observed.
Motor boat trips on the Aquidauana River.
Row boat rides on the lakes near the lodges.Such rides are very peaceful and one can enjoy the sounds of nature

Rates include:

Round trip Transfer from Campo Grande to Caiman.
Welcoming orientation lecture and audio visual presentation.
All meals - breakfast, lunch and dinner (drinks not included).
Truck ride; horseback; row and/or motor-boat excursions; nature observation and photographic hikes and nocturnal animal spotting.
Bilingual (English/Portuguese) guide skilled in the local fauna and flora.
During 2008 Children under 8 years old will be not allowed.

Package rates per person - Jan to May - Rainy Season - Daily Departures
	Length of stay	Single	Double	Triple
	3 nights	$884.00	$737.00	$584.00
	4 nights	$1,109.00	$913.00	$709.00

Package rates per person - Jun to Dec - Dry Season - Closed package
	Length of stay	Single	Double	Triple	days
	3 nights	$1,037.00	$736.00	$662.00	THU TO SUN
	4 nights	$1,313.00	$989.00	$813.00	SUN TO THU

Transfers
Inbound		Outbound
Departs C. Grande	Arrives Caiman	Departs Caiman	Arrives C. Grande
12:30 PM	4:30 PM	6:00 AM	10:00 AM
5:00 PM	10:00 PM	10:30 AM	2:30 PM

Private Transfer - up to 06 people U$ 377.00 per leg

For group pricing please contact us.

What to bring on your trip:

Sports clothes; two pairs of tennis shoes or boots; jeans; light sleeved shirts; swimming suit; liquid, paste or cream repellent; binoculars; sun glasses; if wanted, rain coat and lantern; jackets and pullovers between the months of July and September.

Caiman Ecologic Refuge Campo grande - Mato Grosso do Sul

Caiman Ecologic Refuge
Campo grande - Mato Grosso do Sul