Fleewinter
11 Bedrooms, Sleeps 22
Balcony overlooking the wetlands
Air conditioning
Ceiling Fan
Telephone
TV and DVD room
Swimming Pool
Wi-Fi
Caiman Lodge was established in 1987 as the first ecotourism operation in the Southern Pantanal, 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 the State Capital, Campo Grande.
The refuge has different options of lodges, each with its own unique characteristics and operating in total independence from one another. The Main Lodge Complex, the Baiazinha Lodge and the Cordilheira Lodge are located in different regions, but they all share Caiman’s excellency in ecotourism, hospitality and gastronomical services. The Baiazinha Lodge is 9 km away from the Main Lodge Complex and the Cordilheira Lodge is 13 km away
The Baiazinha lodge 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 for its guests It receives guests all year round. The Cordilheira Lodge 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. It also receives guests all year round. The Main Lodge Complex is composed of the Owner’s House and the Old Farmer’s House, this complex has the easiest access to the main 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
The packages include all meals in the full board system (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), snacks during the tours, and non-alcoholic drinks. The menus are inspired by Pantanal recipes and are rich in local ingredients such as freshwater fish, fine meats, and fruits of the Cerrado. Packages also include excursions. These are led by Caimaners, bilingual (English and Portuguese) and natural science graduate guides, and local guides, who have a deep knowledge of local nature and regional culture. The refuge offers two daylight tours and an evening activity such as Photographic Safari, Walking Tour, Canoe Tour, Jeep Safari and Night Safari.