Caiman Lodge
Caiman Ecological Refuge is a 53,000-hectare estancia located in the heart of the Pantanal region of Brazil, one of the world’s most important wetlands, hosting one of the greatest concentrations of wildlife in the Americas.
The Caiman Ecological Refuge estancia combines conservation with eco-tourism and a working cattle ranch. Accommodation consists of four lodges housing a total of 71 guests. Scattered around the reserve, each lodge offers a similar level of comfort - all have swimming pools, air-conditioned rooms and private bathrooms.
Activities at CER focus on wildlife excursions, led by expert guides who interpret the flora, fauna and natural history of the Pantanal. Excursions are offered in specially adapted vehicles, by canoe, or on horseback.
Apart from spectacled caimans, this area is particularly renowned for its birdlife. Over 350 species are present, including the hyacinth macaw, marsh seedeater, king vulture, boat-billed heron and the Mato-Grosso antbird. Other activities include forest walks, biking and spending the day riding with authentic Pantanal cowboys (campeiros) to observe their work, including the art of lassoing.
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