Southeast Atlantic Forest (Rio de Janeiro & Espírito Santo), Brazil
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    Malaria: Moderate

    Safari in Parque Estadual do Pico do Itambé

    Parque Estadual do Pico do Itambé is a protected area in Brazil.

    Best timeMay to September (dry season) for the Pantanal and Cerrado wildlife. Year-round for the Amazon.
    Species
    11
    Big Five
    0/5
    Recommended stay
    1-2 days

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    When planning your Brazilian safari, we always advise considering the Pantanal for its unparalleled jaguar sightings, especially from April through August during the dry season. The Amazon basin,...

    January

    Now
    low

    Green Season

    Expect heavy rainfall, especially in the Amazon, leading to lush landscapes. Temperatures are warm and humid across the country.

    The Amazon is vibrant with migratory birds and abundant insect life. The Pantanal's waters are high, making boat safaris excellent for spotting caiman and river otters.

    We love the dramatic, verdant scenery of the Amazon at this time, perfect for boat-based exploration.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    February

    low

    Green Season

    Rain continues, particularly in the north and Amazon. Southern Brazil experiences slightly less rain but remains warm and humid.

    Birding is exceptional in the Amazon with resident species at their most active. The Pantanal's flooded plains offer great opportunities for spotting large mammals from boats.

    For dedicated birdwatchers, the Amazon's biodiversity is simply unparalleled this month.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    March

    low

    Green Season / Shoulder Season

    Rainfall begins to decrease in the Amazon, while the Pantanal starts to see receding waters. Temperatures remain high.

    The transition period offers a mix of experiences. The Amazon's rivers are still high for boat trips, and the Pantanal's drying areas concentrate wildlife.

    We find March offers a sweet spot in the Pantanal as wildlife begins to gather near remaining water sources.

    Pantanal
    Amazon Rainforest

    April

    moderate

    Dry Season

    The dry season begins in the Pantanal, with sunny days and cooler nights. The Amazon remains humid but sees less intense rain.

    This is the start of prime jaguar viewing in the Pantanal as water levels drop. The Amazon still offers good birding and primate sightings.

    We recommend heading to the Pantanal now for the best chance to spot jaguars along the riverbanks.

    Pantanal
    Serra da Capivara National Park

    May

    moderate

    Dry Season

    Dry and sunny conditions prevail in the Pantanal, ideal for wildlife viewing. The Amazon is still green but less wet.

    Jaguar sightings are excellent in the Pantanal. Giant river otters are often seen playing. Birding remains strong across both regions.

    May is a fantastic month for jaguar photography in the Pantanal; the light is superb.

    Pantanal
    Amazon Rainforest

    June

    high

    Dry Season

    Cooler temperatures and dry weather characterize the Pantanal. The Amazon experiences its driest period.

    The Pantanal is at its peak for jaguar and capybara sightings. The Amazon's receding waters expose more land, making wildlife easier to spot.

    We absolutely love June in the Pantanal for the sheer abundance of wildlife concentrated along the rivers.

    Pantanal
    Chapada Diamantina National Park

    July

    high

    Dry Season

    Dry and pleasant conditions continue in the Pantanal. The Amazon is also dry, with lower river levels.

    This is prime time for spotting jaguars, caiman, and capybaras in the Pantanal. The Amazon offers excellent opportunities for spotting monkeys and sloths.

    If seeing a jaguar is your top priority, July in the Pantanal is almost guaranteed success.

    Pantanal
    Amazon Rainforest

    August

    high

    Dry Season

    Dry weather persists in the Pantanal, though temperatures start to rise. The Amazon remains dry.

    The Pantanal continues to offer superb jaguar viewing. Giant river otters are very active. Birding is excellent as resident species are visible.

    We find the Pantanal in August offers a truly wild experience with predators actively hunting.

    Pantanal
    Emas National Park

    September

    moderate

    Dry Season / Shoulder Season

    The end of the dry season in the Pantanal brings warmer temperatures. The Amazon begins to see an increase in rainfall.

    Jaguar sightings remain good in the Pantanal as water sources dwindle. The Amazon's wildlife becomes more active with the returning rains.

    We enjoy the late dry season in the Pantanal for its dramatic landscapes and continued wildlife activity.

    Pantanal
    Amazon Rainforest

    October

    moderate

    Short Rains

    The 'short rains' begin in the Amazon, bringing humidity and afternoon showers. The Pantanal starts to experience higher water levels.

    The Amazon's biodiversity is in full swing with migratory birds returning. The Pantanal's rising waters start to spread out, creating new feeding grounds.

    We love the renewed energy in the Amazon during the short rains, making for incredible birding.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    November

    low

    Short Rains / Green Season

    Rainfall increases across the Amazon, leading to lush vegetation. The Pantanal's wet season begins with rising water levels.

    The Amazon is teeming with life, and birding is spectacular. The Pantanal's flooded areas are ideal for spotting aquatic life and water birds.

    For a truly immersive jungle experience with abundant birdlife, the Amazon in November is hard to beat.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    December

    low

    Green Season

    Heavy rains are common, especially in the Amazon, creating a vibrant, green landscape. The Pantanal is significantly flooded.

    The Amazon's rivers are high, perfect for boat safaris and spotting pink river dolphins. The Pantanal's flooded plains are excellent for observing caiman and water birds.

    We recommend boat-based safaris in the Amazon in December to explore flooded forests and spot unique riverine wildlife.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    January

    Now
    low

    Green Season

    Expect heavy rainfall, especially in the Amazon, leading to lush landscapes. Temperatures are warm and humid across the country.

    The Amazon is vibrant with migratory birds and abundant insect life. The Pantanal's waters are high, making boat safaris excellent for spotting caiman and river otters.

    We love the dramatic, verdant scenery of the Amazon at this time, perfect for boat-based exploration.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    February

    low

    Green Season

    Rain continues, particularly in the north and Amazon. Southern Brazil experiences slightly less rain but remains warm and humid.

    Birding is exceptional in the Amazon with resident species at their most active. The Pantanal's flooded plains offer great opportunities for spotting large mammals from boats.

    For dedicated birdwatchers, the Amazon's biodiversity is simply unparalleled this month.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    March

    low

    Green Season / Shoulder Season

    Rainfall begins to decrease in the Amazon, while the Pantanal starts to see receding waters. Temperatures remain high.

    The transition period offers a mix of experiences. The Amazon's rivers are still high for boat trips, and the Pantanal's drying areas concentrate wildlife.

    We find March offers a sweet spot in the Pantanal as wildlife begins to gather near remaining water sources.

    Pantanal
    Amazon Rainforest

    April

    moderate

    Dry Season

    The dry season begins in the Pantanal, with sunny days and cooler nights. The Amazon remains humid but sees less intense rain.

    This is the start of prime jaguar viewing in the Pantanal as water levels drop. The Amazon still offers good birding and primate sightings.

    We recommend heading to the Pantanal now for the best chance to spot jaguars along the riverbanks.

    Pantanal
    Serra da Capivara National Park

    May

    moderate

    Dry Season

    Dry and sunny conditions prevail in the Pantanal, ideal for wildlife viewing. The Amazon is still green but less wet.

    Jaguar sightings are excellent in the Pantanal. Giant river otters are often seen playing. Birding remains strong across both regions.

    May is a fantastic month for jaguar photography in the Pantanal; the light is superb.

    Pantanal
    Amazon Rainforest

    June

    high

    Dry Season

    Cooler temperatures and dry weather characterize the Pantanal. The Amazon experiences its driest period.

    The Pantanal is at its peak for jaguar and capybara sightings. The Amazon's receding waters expose more land, making wildlife easier to spot.

    We absolutely love June in the Pantanal for the sheer abundance of wildlife concentrated along the rivers.

    Pantanal
    Chapada Diamantina National Park

    July

    high

    Dry Season

    Dry and pleasant conditions continue in the Pantanal. The Amazon is also dry, with lower river levels.

    This is prime time for spotting jaguars, caiman, and capybaras in the Pantanal. The Amazon offers excellent opportunities for spotting monkeys and sloths.

    If seeing a jaguar is your top priority, July in the Pantanal is almost guaranteed success.

    Pantanal
    Amazon Rainforest

    August

    high

    Dry Season

    Dry weather persists in the Pantanal, though temperatures start to rise. The Amazon remains dry.

    The Pantanal continues to offer superb jaguar viewing. Giant river otters are very active. Birding is excellent as resident species are visible.

    We find the Pantanal in August offers a truly wild experience with predators actively hunting.

    Pantanal
    Emas National Park

    September

    moderate

    Dry Season / Shoulder Season

    The end of the dry season in the Pantanal brings warmer temperatures. The Amazon begins to see an increase in rainfall.

    Jaguar sightings remain good in the Pantanal as water sources dwindle. The Amazon's wildlife becomes more active with the returning rains.

    We enjoy the late dry season in the Pantanal for its dramatic landscapes and continued wildlife activity.

    Pantanal
    Amazon Rainforest

    October

    moderate

    Short Rains

    The 'short rains' begin in the Amazon, bringing humidity and afternoon showers. The Pantanal starts to experience higher water levels.

    The Amazon's biodiversity is in full swing with migratory birds returning. The Pantanal's rising waters start to spread out, creating new feeding grounds.

    We love the renewed energy in the Amazon during the short rains, making for incredible birding.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    November

    low

    Short Rains / Green Season

    Rainfall increases across the Amazon, leading to lush vegetation. The Pantanal's wet season begins with rising water levels.

    The Amazon is teeming with life, and birding is spectacular. The Pantanal's flooded areas are ideal for spotting aquatic life and water birds.

    For a truly immersive jungle experience with abundant birdlife, the Amazon in November is hard to beat.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    December

    low

    Green Season

    Heavy rains are common, especially in the Amazon, creating a vibrant, green landscape. The Pantanal is significantly flooded.

    The Amazon's rivers are high, perfect for boat safaris and spotting pink river dolphins. The Pantanal's flooded plains are excellent for observing caiman and water birds.

    We recommend boat-based safaris in the Amazon in December to explore flooded forests and spot unique riverine wildlife.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    January

    Now
    low

    Green Season

    Expect heavy rainfall, especially in the Amazon, leading to lush landscapes. Temperatures are warm and humid across the country.

    The Amazon is vibrant with migratory birds and abundant insect life. The Pantanal's waters are high, making boat safaris excellent for spotting caiman and river otters.

    We love the dramatic, verdant scenery of the Amazon at this time, perfect for boat-based exploration.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    February

    low

    Green Season

    Rain continues, particularly in the north and Amazon. Southern Brazil experiences slightly less rain but remains warm and humid.

    Birding is exceptional in the Amazon with resident species at their most active. The Pantanal's flooded plains offer great opportunities for spotting large mammals from boats.

    For dedicated birdwatchers, the Amazon's biodiversity is simply unparalleled this month.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    March

    low

    Green Season / Shoulder Season

    Rainfall begins to decrease in the Amazon, while the Pantanal starts to see receding waters. Temperatures remain high.

    The transition period offers a mix of experiences. The Amazon's rivers are still high for boat trips, and the Pantanal's drying areas concentrate wildlife.

    We find March offers a sweet spot in the Pantanal as wildlife begins to gather near remaining water sources.

    Pantanal
    Amazon Rainforest

    April

    moderate

    Dry Season

    The dry season begins in the Pantanal, with sunny days and cooler nights. The Amazon remains humid but sees less intense rain.

    This is the start of prime jaguar viewing in the Pantanal as water levels drop. The Amazon still offers good birding and primate sightings.

    We recommend heading to the Pantanal now for the best chance to spot jaguars along the riverbanks.

    Pantanal
    Serra da Capivara National Park

    May

    moderate

    Dry Season

    Dry and sunny conditions prevail in the Pantanal, ideal for wildlife viewing. The Amazon is still green but less wet.

    Jaguar sightings are excellent in the Pantanal. Giant river otters are often seen playing. Birding remains strong across both regions.

    May is a fantastic month for jaguar photography in the Pantanal; the light is superb.

    Pantanal
    Amazon Rainforest

    June

    high

    Dry Season

    Cooler temperatures and dry weather characterize the Pantanal. The Amazon experiences its driest period.

    The Pantanal is at its peak for jaguar and capybara sightings. The Amazon's receding waters expose more land, making wildlife easier to spot.

    We absolutely love June in the Pantanal for the sheer abundance of wildlife concentrated along the rivers.

    Pantanal
    Chapada Diamantina National Park

    July

    high

    Dry Season

    Dry and pleasant conditions continue in the Pantanal. The Amazon is also dry, with lower river levels.

    This is prime time for spotting jaguars, caiman, and capybaras in the Pantanal. The Amazon offers excellent opportunities for spotting monkeys and sloths.

    If seeing a jaguar is your top priority, July in the Pantanal is almost guaranteed success.

    Pantanal
    Amazon Rainforest

    August

    high

    Dry Season

    Dry weather persists in the Pantanal, though temperatures start to rise. The Amazon remains dry.

    The Pantanal continues to offer superb jaguar viewing. Giant river otters are very active. Birding is excellent as resident species are visible.

    We find the Pantanal in August offers a truly wild experience with predators actively hunting.

    Pantanal
    Emas National Park

    September

    moderate

    Dry Season / Shoulder Season

    The end of the dry season in the Pantanal brings warmer temperatures. The Amazon begins to see an increase in rainfall.

    Jaguar sightings remain good in the Pantanal as water sources dwindle. The Amazon's wildlife becomes more active with the returning rains.

    We enjoy the late dry season in the Pantanal for its dramatic landscapes and continued wildlife activity.

    Pantanal
    Amazon Rainforest

    October

    moderate

    Short Rains

    The 'short rains' begin in the Amazon, bringing humidity and afternoon showers. The Pantanal starts to experience higher water levels.

    The Amazon's biodiversity is in full swing with migratory birds returning. The Pantanal's rising waters start to spread out, creating new feeding grounds.

    We love the renewed energy in the Amazon during the short rains, making for incredible birding.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    November

    low

    Short Rains / Green Season

    Rainfall increases across the Amazon, leading to lush vegetation. The Pantanal's wet season begins with rising water levels.

    The Amazon is teeming with life, and birding is spectacular. The Pantanal's flooded areas are ideal for spotting aquatic life and water birds.

    For a truly immersive jungle experience with abundant birdlife, the Amazon in November is hard to beat.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal

    December

    low

    Green Season

    Heavy rains are common, especially in the Amazon, creating a vibrant, green landscape. The Pantanal is significantly flooded.

    The Amazon's rivers are high, perfect for boat safaris and spotting pink river dolphins. The Pantanal's flooded plains are excellent for observing caiman and water birds.

    We recommend boat-based safaris in the Amazon in December to explore flooded forests and spot unique riverine wildlife.

    Amazon Rainforest
    Pantanal
    Planning & reference

    We love the raw, untamed beauty of Pico do Itambé, a place where the air feels crisp and the silence is profound. The challenging hikes reward you with breathtaking panoramic views that stretch for miles, making every step worthwhile.

    Gate Times

    The park is generally open from 8 AM to 5 PM, but we recommend checking the official website or contacting the park administration in advance for the most up-to-date hours, especially during local holidays or for specific trail access. Permits are usually required for entry and can often be obtained at the park entrance, though advance booking is advisable during peak seasons to avoid disappointment.

    Tipping

    Tipping is not strictly mandatory but is greatly appreciated for excellent service. For guides, we suggest around 10-15% of the tour cost, or a daily amount of R$50-R$100 per person. For camp staff or rangers who go above and beyond, a small gratuity of R$20-R$50 is a thoughtful gesture. It's best to give tips discreetly at the end of your stay.

    Dress Code

    We advise dressing in comfortable, breathable layers. For hikes and game viewing, opt for neutral, earthy tones like khaki, olive green, or brown to blend in with the environment. Long sleeves and trousers are recommended for sun protection and to guard against insects. In the evenings, a light fleece or jacket is useful as temperatures can drop.

    Photography

    Photography is generally permitted, but always be mindful of wildlife. Avoid using flash photography directly at animals, as it can startle them. Drones are typically not allowed within the park boundaries without special permits, so check regulations beforehand. We love capturing the dramatic landscapes and the unique flora; early morning and late afternoon light offer the most spectacular opportunities.

    Etiquette

    Maintain a low noise level at all times to avoid disturbing wildlife and other visitors. Always stay on marked trails and never approach or feed animals. When observing wildlife, remain in your vehicle or designated viewing areas. In camp, respect quiet hours and the privacy of other guests.

    What to Bring

    Sturdy hiking boots
    Insect repellent with DEET
    Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
    Wide-brimmed hat
    Reusable water bottle
    Binoculars
    Camera with zoom lens
    Lightweight rain jacket
    Small backpack for day trips
    Personal first-aid kit
    Headlamp or flashlight
    Malaria prophylaxis (consult your doctor)

    Temperature

    20.51°C

    69°F · Range: 17.15–24.93°C

    Rainfall

    242.2 mm

    Heavy rains · 22.8 rainy days

    Humidity

    80.1%

    Sunshine

    9.6 hrs/day

    Wind Speed

    3.13 m/s

    11.3 km/h

    Based on 5 years of weather data · Data source: Open-Meteo Archive API

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