Refúgio Ilha do Caracará (4-5 star)

Been located 250 km away from Cuiabá geographically already in Mato Grosso do Sul (closed until February postably, of December) only from March until November.



O Paraiso Pantanal. The Refúgio Ilha do Caracará is located close to Poconé, approximately 250 Km (156 miles) from Cuiabá, in the State of Mato Grosso do Sul. The closest municipality is Poconé. 

The Pantanal National Park is close by, presenting you with one of the Earth's most diverse wetland ecosystems. Whether you choose to visit the Refúgio Ilha do Caracará by land and river, or by air, along the way the landscape will present you with an unforgettable series of vistas you'll want to remember forever.

The Refúgio Ilha do Caracará is truly a unique place to stay. Built to blend into the environment, its locally inspired architecture and décor convey a sense of intimacy and sophistication. At the Refúgio Ilha do Caracará, you'll feel a part of the Pantanal, with the colors, materials and furnishings reflecting the beauty of the landscape that surrounds you.


Accomodations
The 20 charming rooms all have air conditioning, minibars, ceiling fans and telephones. Two are spacious suites that are also equipped with hydromassage tubs for the ultimate in guest comfort.

Excursions

You can carry out all conceivable excursions with our informed, trained travel guides by canoe, motorboat, coach, horse, on foot, from here. Also is for hinge tours (sports fishing) possible (for an extra charge), the equipment can rented in the hotel be? Experienced trained motorboat pilots are available.

Common Areas
At the Refúgio Ilha do Caracará, you can meet new people or enjoy the company of your fellow travelers in the special warmth of our lounge and Scotch bar. You may enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool or take a nap in the hammock on your balcony. Or just relax amid the beauty of our gardens. Alone or with others, the Refúgio Ilha do Caracará is the perfect location to take advantage of all that the Pantanal offers. Simplicity is a synonym for good taste and harmony with the surrounding natural environment.


Your satisfaction is our goal.
Some of the facilities offered by the Refúgio. Safe facilities at the reception desk. Room and laundry services. Treated artesian well water Central water heating. PBX Service. Our private landing strip measures 1160 meters (3,900 feet) in length and is paved with asphalt. Meeting room. Souvenirs Shop. Barbecue. Swimming Pool.

Requinement and tradition are the main ingredints of our menu. At the hotel, you will savor cuisine that is irresistible, even to the most discriminating palate. Under the direction of Cordon Blue trained chef Ariane Malouf, local delicacies and international dishes are served accompanied by a lavish array of desserts and other culinary delights.


Activities

Every Moment Becomes Memorable. There are so many ways for you to discover the magic of the Pantanal, and at Refúgio Ilha do Caracará, you can experience all of them. Take a horseback ride or a boat voyage down the river, hike through the terrain, go on a fishing trip or enjoy a photo safari - all under the personal supervision of experienced guides who will carefully prepare and instruct you ahead of time. Or if you prefer to remain closer to home, you can delight in the many pleasures that a day at Refúgio Ilha do Caracará brings, from the pool with its own bar to the volleyball court on the sand or the conviviality of a barbecue or happy hour.


Prices per person:
Room-Category
single-room
double-room
3-bed-room
3 days/2 nights
1200,00 €765,00 €565,00 €
4 days/3 nights
1595,00 €
1050,00 €845,00 €
All tours will be individually arranged for according to your desires and constitution.
Our guides will always take into consideration your suggestions. Prices valid until 30.06.2009.


Performances (including):

  • Transfer airport Cuiabá - Lodge - airport Cuiabá
  • 24-hour support by by english speaking travel guide
  • Full-board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) in the individual, single, double or three bed room.
  • All rooms with air conditioner and bath/shower.
  • All tours in the Pantanal by horse, boat or on foot.

Not including:

Drinks, possible tips and personal expenditure.
Transfer by aircraft (Pocone-Lodge-Pocone) = 750,00 € up to 3 persons (2 ways).