The Pantanal is the largest flooded area in the Americas, covering a plain area of approximately 143,000 square miles. As the area is unique in the world, it is often confused with a marsh. What makes the Pantanal region unique are its different landscapes, that can change radically upon crossing the bank of a river. Savannah lowlands, flooded areas and forests are influenced by the Amazon Forest and the scrub lands of Caatinga, making up a mixture of ecosystems. Their balance depends on the water and its cycles of wet and dry seasons in the region.

During the wet season, bays, lakes and streams form. When the rain stops, the water fills certain areas with animals that attract other animals in search of food, as raccoons, caititus and aquatic birds.

During the dry seasons, the water evaporates and deposits nutrients in the soil, enriching it and offering food for the animals of the region. It is at this time that the “piúva”( a beautiful, flowered tree which is used as building timber), the tree which is a symbol of the Pantanal, blossoms.

Everything in the Pantanal reminds us of the presence of animals: sounds, traces, movements. Alligators, wood ibis, cougars, snakebirds, hawks, deer, herons, howling monkeys and countless insects add color and sound to the ecosystem of the Pantanal.

In the Pantanal there are more than 600 species of birds, as the wood ibis, the blue macaw, the ajajá, the toucan, the ostrich, the cavacara; there are about 263 species of fish, as the caribe, dorado, spotted fish, and small fresh water fish; there are about 50 species of reptiles, as the alligator, the “sucuri”, and iguana. During the tours in the Refúgio Ecológico Caiman up to now 40 species of mammals, 365 species of birds and 10 species of reptiles have been observed

Flora in the Pantanal In relation to the flora, the Pantanal has very rich and colorful vegetation. It is a region without large forests, but with some dense bush areas, scrublands, pastures and river vegetation. In the northern and northeastern parts, its vegetation is similar to that of the Amazon. Characteristics of the forest are evident in the eastern and western areas; and in the southern part, the flora is more exuberant with the presence of palm trees.

Pousada do Rio Mutum

The Hotel, Pousada do Rio Mutum, is situated in the Pantanal in the region of Barao de Melgaco within one of the most beautiful areas of the Pantanal in the central state of Mato Grosso (Brazil). This region of the Pantanal is distinguished by an unusual variety of landscapes integrating hills, lakes, rivers and grassy plains.

 

 

The Hotel Pousada do Rio Mutum lies, as its name indicates, on the river Mutum, shortly before it terminates into the two "great lakes", of witch the lager and famous one is called Baia de Chacorore, having a diameter of more than 15 km and is easily accessibly from the hotel.

Pousada do Rio Mutum gives you the opportunity to stay in the middle of the nature including a large variety of wild animals in a secure, comfortably and private setting. Explore with us this unique eco-system in our "charming hotel" were our friendly staff makes our lodge a very special and unique experience. Our cozy chalets are private and located in a natural garden setting. Besides the beauty of nature you will be ably to relax and enjoy great moments and in our pool area after your daily tours into the Pantanal jungle.

The Eco- Resort Features :

16 fully climatized apartments with private porches and bathrooms with hot and cold water; frigobar.
Full kitchen with wide variety choice of regional dishes; A swimming pool with bar;
Numerous activities and tours to observe see and explorer the exuberant wildlife of the Pantanal.