Caiman Lodge

Location: Caiman Lodge is situated on a 53,000 ha cattle ranch in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, near the city of Miranda, 236 km west from Campo Grande, Brazil.

How to get here: Fly to Campo Grande (CGR) and take a road transfer of about 3,5 hours to the lodge.

Structure: Caiman Lodge is an ecological refuge made of three separate units: Caiman, Baiazinha and Cordilheira. Caiman is composed of a main house and an old barn, having the easiest access to the safari roads. All rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, a ceiling fan, a bathroom with hot water and a balcony. They combine the privacy and exclusivity of a home with the comfort and convenience of a hotel. Baiazinha is 9 km away from Caiman Lodge and Cordilheira is 13 km away. Baiazinha is built on stilts and is structured like a bird with opened wings. Located at the banks of a clear-water lake, it provides a magical and cozy ambiance. Cordilheira is built with bricks and mounted on stilts, it is located at the margins of a Cordilheira forest, perfectly integrated with the surrounding natural scene. 

Why staying here: They are also supporting the Oncafari initiative which works with preserving the jaguar. One of the best options to stay in the southern Pantanal. Great choice for family holidays and those looking for privacy. The Brazilian wetlands of the Pantanal is where you need to be for up-close encounters with giant anteaters, big and little cats, armadillos and the most vibrant bird life. Life in the wild certainly isn’t quiet! Getting to spend time with the local cowboys is a real treat as their levels of horsemanship are astounding. And they know how to produce the most incredible barbeques.