Pantanal Wetlands

The Pantanal, the world's largest tropical wetland, spans Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay with unparalleled biodiversity. This seasonal floodplain transforms between drenched and dry phases, creating a dynamic habitat for jaguars, capybaras, giant otters, and over 650 bird species. Unlike the Amazon, its open landscapes offer extraordinary wildlife visibility. Home to the highest concentration of crocodilians on Earth, the Pantanal also shelters endangered species like hyacinth macaws. Though threatened by deforestation and climate change, this UNESCO-protected ecosystem remains one of the planet's most spectacular natural sanctuaries.