Fazenda Baia das Pedras

Location: Fazenda Baia das Pedras is situated in the Nhecolândia region, on the banks of Vazante do Castelo, in the municipality of Aquidauana, on a large cattle and horse ranch in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. Being far away from everything, it offers a unique encounter with the landscape and wildlife of the Pantanal.

How to get here: Fly to Campo Grande (CGR) and take a road transfer of about 7 hours during the dry season or an 1-hour scenic flight. Access by land is only from May to December. The farm is located 6 hours to the north of Miranda and 5 hours to the north of Aquidauana, along a single track going deep into the mashes, which is half paved and half unpaved. If you are coming from Bonito by land, it will take you around 7,5 hours (via Aquidauana). Not recommend driving alone, as the last part of the route is an unmarked track, and it is very easy to get lost. There is no phone signal on the way.  

Structure: There are 05 large and comfortable en-suite rooms, which can accommodate up to 13 people. There are three triple apartments and two doubles, all with air conditioning and private bathroom. You will find privacy and comfort of a home with the comfort of a hotel. After each walk, relax in the hammock in front of the house with the sound of birds. There is also a veranda, a dining room with a TV. The meals are prepared in a traditional iron wood stove.

From December to March, access by land is difficult, the vegetation is in full growth,and animals stay hidden. The landscape is vividly-coloured. There are mango and bacupari juice. 

From April to July it is the dry season with colder days. The hyacinth macaw and other birds gather in large groups for socializing. The pink trumpet tree adorn the landscape flowers.

From August to November animals come out of the forests and it is easier to spot them. It is possible to see a lot of babies. 

What animals can you see: jaguars and pumas, capybaras and pampas deer, young jabirus and parakeets, giant anteater, armadillo and much more.

Why staying here: One of the most immersive Pantanal farms. 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.