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Dakar Rally 2010 in South America
During Dakar 2010 in South America cars, motorcycles, quads and trucks will cross extreme landscapes of Argentina and Chile, with a rest day in Antofagasta.
Adventure Trips in Campo Novo do Parecis, Brazil
Enjoy rappelling at the waterfalls of Utiariti and Salto Belo or adventure trips like hiking, snorkelling and scuba diving in rivers around Campo Novo do Parecis.
Visit Indigenous People in Mato Grosso, Brazil
Travel to the Indian villages in the Reservations of Utiariti, Paresi and Ponte de Pedra, where Paresi Indians live near spectacular waterfalls and sell handicrafts.
An Adventure Holiday in Tangará da Serra, Brazil
Enjoy Tangará da Serra's splendid waterfalls, an active holiday of rafting, rappelling and snorkelling and visit an indigenous village or a nearby resort in Mato Grosso.
Hotel and Waterfall Salto das Nuvens in Brazil
Hotel Salto das Nuvens is a family-oriented destination with three lodges. This beautiful getaway offers a splendid holiday along a river ideal for swimming and angling.
Types of Campgrounds in Argentina
Argentina's balnearios are often used only during the day, while the countryside and national parks offer private campsites, or are suitable for bush camping.
Types of Accommodation in Argentina
Argentina is a popular tourist destination and offers accommodation to the low-budget hostel traveller, the eco-loving estancia visitor up to the five-star hotel tourist.
Tourist Information in Tangará da Serra, Brazil
Tangará da Serra's tourist department provides visitors with info on the area's waterfalls and resorts, as well as on adventure tours like hiking and snorkelling.
Adventure Tourism Around Nobres in West Brazil
Brazil's adventure tourism is growing. Nobres' natural scenery invites the intrepid traveller to enjoy adventure tours like paragliding, snorkelling, rafting and diving.
Tourist Attractions in Cuiabá, West Brazil
Among Cuiabá's tourist attractions are the Rondon Museum on Brazil's indigenous history, the Historic Museum, a museum on sacred art, and South America's geodesic centre.
Adventure Activities in Tangará da Serra, Brazil
Tangará da Serra is the place to go for the intrepid traveller. Lakes and waterfalls offer splendid adventure trips like rafting, hiking, rappelling and mountain biking.
Chile – Outdoor Activities at the Lake District
Chile's Lake District encompasses some incredible scenery and is suitable for adventure activities like hiking, fishing, horseback riding as well as rafting and kayaking.
Brazil – Adventure Travel in Bom Jardim
Bom Jardim is one of Brazil's unexplored tourist destinations for adventure trips. Snorkelling, caving, and bird watching are some of the outdoor activities on offer.
National Park Chapada dos Guimarães in Brazil
Parque Nacional Chapada dos Guimarães is an open-air museum for tourists, scientists and mystics. Its rock art, caves, waterfalls and UFO port offer incredible sights.
Mato Grosso's Eco Adventure Destinations, Brazil
Cuiabá is a good base to arrange excursions, or to rent a car, to explore Mato Grosso's tourist attractions of the Pantanal, Alta Floresta and Chapada dos Guimarães.
Argentina – Attractions Around the Lake District
The Lake District is a popular travel destination in Argentina, with adventure activities like mountain biking, horseback riding, rafting, kayaking, hiking and camping.
Refúgio Porto das Pedras at Bom Jardim in Brazil
Refúgio Porto das Pedras is a hotel surrounded by nature and Brazil's abundant wildlife. From here, adventure activities can be arranged to Bom Jardim's lakes and caves.
Churches and Handicrafts in Cuiabá, West Brazil
Enjoy the Bom Despacho Church and the restored Jesuit Church of NS do Rosário, or visit handicraft markets and museums such as the Casa do Artesão.
Brazil – Piranha Fish in the Pantanal
The Pantanal is one of Brazil's natural habitats of piranhas. Take a fishing trip to catch a good lunch and try one of the tasty piranha fish recipes.
Rent a Car to Visit the Pantanal in West Brazil
Car rental allows the traveller to visit the Pantanal independently. Depending on the time of year or type of trip, rent a regular car or a four-wheel drive.
A Wildlife Trip Inside the Pantanal of Brazil
Staying at a Pantanal fazenda, a ranch, is a great way to enjoy the wetlands of the Pantanal. Wildlife trips are possible on foot, by car, by boat or on horseback.
Campo Grande, Gateway to the Pantanal in Brazil
Campo Grande is a good city to arrange an excursion to the Pantanal or to find tourist information on Mato Grosso do Sul's tourist destinations and natural scenery.
Brazil – Churches and Art Shops in Campo Grande
Campo Grande, southern gateway to the Pantanal, is a friendly city with interesting tourist sights like churches, markets as well as indigenous art shops and museums.
Pantanal Tours to the Wetlands of Brazil
Enjoy the wetland ecosystem of the Pantanal in Mato Grosso on an organised Pantanal tour, which starts from the surrounding cities of Cuiabá, Campo Grande and Corumbá.
Brazil, Nhecolandia – Pantanal Fazenda 4 Cantos
In the heart of the Pantanal wetlands lies Fazenda 4 Cantos: a traditional fazenda that offers a lovely accommodation, wildlife excursions and piranha fishing trips.