2 safari lodges
    Southern Brazil & Pampa, Brazil
    Very Quiet
    Malaria: Moderate

    Safari in Parque Estadual Fritz Plaumann

    Parque Estadual Fritz Plaumann is a protected area in Brazil.

    Best timeMay to September (dry season) for the Pantanal and Cerrado wildlife. Year-round for the Amazon.
    Species
    12
    Big Five
    0/5
    Lodges
    2
    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

    While not a typical big game destination, Parque Estadual Fritz Plaumann offers a unique glimpse into Brazil's Atlantic Forest biodiversity. We love the quiet trails that wind through lush vegetation, revealing hidden waterfalls and a surprising array of birdlife. It's a place for patient observation and appreciating the subtle beauty of a less-visited ecosystem.

    Gate Times

    The park is typically open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It is advisable to check the official park website or contact the park administration for any seasonal variations or specific holiday closures. No advance booking is usually required for general entry, but guided tours or specific activities might need prior arrangement.

    Tipping

    Tipping is not mandatory but is greatly appreciated for excellent service. For guides, a tip of 10-20 Brazilian Reais per person per day is customary. For camp staff, a small amount for the group to share, perhaps 50-100 Reais at the end of your stay, is a good gesture. Rangers do not typically expect tips.

    Dress Code

    We recommend neutral, earthy tones like khaki, olive green, and brown for game drives and walks to blend in with the environment. Lightweight, breathable fabrics are essential due to the climate. Pack layers, including a light jacket or fleece for cooler mornings and evenings. Comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes are a must. In camp, casual and comfortable attire is perfectly acceptable.

    Photography

    Photography is generally permitted, but please be mindful of wildlife. Avoid using flash photography, especially at night, as it can disturb animals. Drones are typically not allowed within the park boundaries without specific permits; we advise checking with park authorities beforehand. The light can be challenging in the dense forest, so a camera with good low-light performance or a tripod can be beneficial.

    Etiquette

    Maintain low noise levels at all times to avoid disturbing wildlife and other visitors. Always stay within designated paths and never leave your vehicle or group during game drives or walks unless instructed by your guide. Do not feed or approach wildlife. In camp, respect quiet hours and be considerate of others' space.

    What to Bring

    Insect repellent with DEET
    Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
    Hat with a wide brim
    Reusable water bottle
    Binoculars
    Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
    Lightweight rain jacket
    Comfortable walking shoes
    Small backpack for day trips
    Personal first-aid kit
    Malaria prophylaxis (consult your doctor)
    Downloaded offline maps

    Temperature

    24.86°C

    77°F · Range: 20.37–30.01°C

    Rainfall

    171.2 mm

    Heavy rains · 16.6 rainy days

    Humidity

    74.2%

    Sunshine

    10.8 hrs/day

    Wind Speed

    4.1 m/s

    14.8 km/h

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

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