Considered the best destination
of ecotourism in Brazil, Bonito is a real natural paradise
with crystal water rivers, waterfalls, caves, exuberant
fauna and flora.
Location - The city of Bonito is located in Serra da Bodoquena region, 280 km far from Campo Grande, the capital of the Mato Grosso do Sul State.
Details about Bonito.
Geographical coordinates
- Lat.: 21° 07' 16" S and Long.: 56° 28'55"
W. A modern airport is in its final phase of construction.
Time zone: 1 hour earlier in relation to
the official hour of Brazil (GMT -04:00)
Infrastrucure: The city has a well-organized tourist business system and accomodation of any types
Rio Sucuri
The tour starts at a belvedere near the river spring. 2km (1,25 mi) of an unforgettable snorkeling adventure in the slow flowing, totally transparent waters, always accompanied by support boat and a guide.
Distance: 20 km (12.4 miles)
Duration: 3 hours
Blue Lake Cave (Gruta Lago Azul)
The famous Blue Lake Cave is a spectacular natural monument that draws the toursists from all over the world. Its inside part is made of the stalactites and stagmates. There´s an immense lake with blue transparent waters running through the cave. The lake´s beauty impresses our imagination. The serenity of the place gives one a great opportunity to merge with Nature and feel as if really being a part of it. Duration: 3 hours
Estancia Mimosa (Mimosa farm)
A fascinating tour through the Mimoso River bushes, with splendid orchids and other beautiful plants. Contemplation and bath taking in various waterfalls rich in limy formations. This tour offers an unforgettable interaction with nature.
Distance: 24 km (14.9 miles)
Duration: 3 hours
Lagoa Misteriosa (Mysterious Lagoon)
The explored depth of this mysterious lagoon is about 220 meters (722 ft). Generally, diving is done in depths between 25 and 30 meters (82 ft to 98 ft). At 18 meters (59 ft) starts the guiding cable, continuing diving up to the allowed depth. Descending you observe the rocky wall formations and the surface of the lagoon, the blue clouds in the sky. For groups of min. 3 people.
Distance: 48 km (30 miles) Duration: 35 minutes
Parque das Cachoeiras (Waterfalls Park)
2 km (1.25 mi) track that leads through a beautiful forest, where the local vegetation and the animals can be observed. We pass by six different waterfalls, that is why the tour is named the "Waterfalls Park" tour. Stops for bathing in each of the waterfalls.
Distance: 18 km (11 miles)
Duration: 2h30
Ecological Park of Rio da Prata
The tour starts with a walk through an untouched primary forest with nearly 2.5km (1.3 mi) and to is continued in the crystal clear waters, rich in aquatic flora and fauna, with an exiting snorkeling tour about 2.4km (1.2 mi) of distance. Typical lunch.
Distance: 56 km (34.8 miles ) Duration: 3 ½ hours
Projecto Vivo (Vivo Project)
A full day on the "Barra Farm". It is an example of agricultural production, leisure and integration with nature. Horseback riding, walking, trails by small boats on the Formoso River. An amusement for all ages. With restaurant and swimming pool and educational activities for children.
Distance: 35 km (21.7 miles)
Duration: full day
Natural Acquarium
The snorkeling tour starts with a short training in the swimming pool and leads to the crystal clear waters of the Baia Bonita River. There you get in touch with the fascinating flora and fauna. The trail featuring a visit to the local museum with some curious objects exhibition. Reception, swimming pool and restaurant.
Distance: 7 km (4.3 miles) - Duration: 2½ hours (snorkeling) or all day w/ lunch (snorkeling and land safari)
Boat tour in the River Formoso
Light rafting in rubber boats leads through a 8 km (5 mi) downriver course with stops for bath taking. Rapids, waterfalls and calm passages on the Formoso River , where the landscape with forests, bushes and wild animals can be observed.
Distance: 18 km (11.2 miles) Duration: 2 hours
All of the tours should be scheduled at least few days in advance and they can only be undertaken with official tourist guides, appointed by the travel agencies. The latter emits a voucher which permits one to go on a tour.
The tour prices are the same in all of the travel agencies. The difference can be in some special services offered to the tourists by each of the agencies.
There are many ecological tours during which it is recommended to use appropriate footwear, like sneakers for example, light clothes, hat or cap and insect repellent; in case of aquatic tours-a bathing suit. And don't forget about the camera!
