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The lodge is on a cattle ranch but is not overrun by cattle, there are a resident hyacinth macaw population and many other birds: red-and-green macaws, ibises, cuckoos, toucans, and others. You can have a guided walk and/or you can walk freely on the grasslands and patches of forest if you like (it was not flooded at the time of our stay), or go on a game drive along the Estrada Parque (guided in the lodge's vehicle or on your own in your car). On the safari, our guide Max showed us giant otters, capybara, armadillo, deer, wild pigs, monkeys, many birds. The cheaper hostel-like room we took had a good shower and a working air conditioner, the beds were good and there were no noise or other annoyances from anywhere outside. The food was great, and the timing of the meals aligned well with the activities.

The location, surrounded by the Pantanal! The food provided was excellent!