The Pantanal jaguar has always had a special role in the mythology of Pre-Columbian cultures, who considered it a manifestation of god on earth. With its golden fur, intricate spotted pattern that’s as unique as our fingerprints, powerful bite and agility, few animals are more magnificent than the largest cat in South America. But the […]
Pantanal – The wildlife seeker’s paradise
The world’s largest wetland is quickly becoming known as the best place in South America to spot wildlife, offering more intimate experiences than the Amazon. Even though the Pantanal is home to less species than the Amazon, the short grass makes it easier to spot animals. Many of Brazil‘s charismatic animals call the Pantanal their […]
El Rocío: Horse haven and marshes
The sleepy town of El Rocío is like something out of a Wild West movie. Here, the neighing horses replace the sound of busy traffic, sand replaces the tarmac of busy cities, and horse-tying sticks replace parking spaces. At night, when horsemen come back from their fields, they stop at the tall tables at the […]


