The Peralta: Northern Pantanal Cruise

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Cruise through the largest freshwater wetland area in the world and explore rare South American wildlife such as giant river otters, jaguars and amazing bird life on this 4-day Northern Pantanal Cruise on board the Peralta boat. The Peralta was built by Eloy Pennachin, a man passionate about nature. Following her grandfathers footsteps, Billie Pennachin remodeled the Peralta boat so that she could share the magic of the Pantanal with others, encouraging the preservation of nature, tourism and local culture

Overview
Itinerary
Dates
Accommodation
Inclusions

Itinerary Highlights
- Travel on the famous Transpantaneira road surrounded by shallow wetlands
- Explore the Pantanal's exuberant flora and fauna by motorboat
- Take part in a cookery class and local beer tasting
- Experience the day to day live of the pantaneiro people
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Cuiaba - Porte Jofre
- Day 2: Northern Pantanal - Jaguar expedition
- Day 3: Northern Pantanal - Visit riverside communities
- Day 4: Porto Jofre - Cuiaba
Day 1: Cuiaba - Porto Jofre

Today you will be picked up from your hotel or the airport in Cuiaba to be transferred to the Peralta boat.

On your approximate 5h journey to Porto Jofre you will stop for lunch at a local restaurant and travel on the famous Transpantaneira road, which is home to thousands of birds and depending on the time of the year you might even be able to spot reptiles and mammals due to the shallow wetland surroundings.

Check-in at 6pm and enjoy a welcome drink and dinner on board including a tasting of alligator meat.

Lunch & dinner included.

Day 2: Northern Pantanal

After breakfast, you will depart on a motorboat jaguar expedition to spot jaguars and contemplate the exuberance of the Pantanal flora and fauna. After this you will have lunch on-board and get free time to enjoy the boat's facilities.

This afternoon you will take a motorboat ride to observe the hyacinth macaw parrots. Return to the boat for a special dinner and cookery class with a local chef teaching you all about the secrets of the local cuisine.

Breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

Day 3: Northern Pantanal

This morning you will depart on a motorboat to visit the riverside communities and learn about their culture and customs while observing their daily activities. Returning from your cultural insight you will enjoy a tasty barbecue with typical Pantanal meats on-board.

Your afternoon will be devoted to fishing Piranhas in this remarkable environment.

Breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

Day 4: Porto Jofre - Cuiaba

Enjoy your last hearty brunch before navigating back to Porto Jofre where you will arrive at approximately 9am.

You will be transferred to your accommodation in Cuiaba or Cuiaba Airport.

Breakfast included.
Departs - Selected Dates Below
Ship Cabins

Single Cabin
- Panoramic window
- Mini bar
- Safe
- Air-conditioning
- Private bathroom with amenities
Double Cabin

Panoramic window
Mini bar
Safe

Air-conditioning
Private bathroom with amenities
Note: Triple cabins featuring bunk beds can be requested.
Ship Deck Plan: The Peralta

Sun Deck

Upper Deck

Main Deck

Ship Specification: The Peralta
Year of modifications: 2017
Maximum number of passengers overnight: 30
Number of cabins: 10 cabins with 14sqm (m2) each
Flag / Nationality: Brazil
Voltage: 110 V
Vessel width: 7.8 meters (25 ft.)
Vessel length: 35.04 meters (115 ft.)
Vessel: 118 feet
Vessel weight: 270 Tons
Crew members: 16
Languages on board: Portuguese, English and Spanish
What's included?
- On-board accommodation
- Port taxes
- Transfers*
- Specialised English speaking guide
- Activities/shore excursions as specified
- Meals as specified
- Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
What's not included?
- International and internal airfares
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included
Notes

* Please note transfer drivers are Portuguese speaking.

Recommended Packing List
- Clothing - Light and sporty clothing suitable for forest expeditions and day-to-day life on-board
- Insects & Mosquitoes - we recommend taking Vitamin B or B-15 a few days before arrival to the jungle. These vitamins are the best natural repellent against insect bites. As well, do not forget to bring conventional repellent and cream for bites.
- Other items - we suggest bringing sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, binoculars (very important for enjoying the fauna and flora. Preferably 1 per person), camera, and extra batteries
- We recommend 1 suitcase per person - we need to be informed in advance of any additional bags
- Schedule of activities is subject to change due to weather and river conditions.