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It is 280 km from Campo Grande City, the capital of the State of Mato Grosso do Sul in the midwestern area of Brazil. Bonito is located in the mountain range of Bodoquena (Serra da Bodoquena) to the south of the famous Pantanal marshland.
This region is popular for its natural beauty with an abundant ecosystem, beautiful rivers and lakes with amazing clarity, caves, quays and so on.
Bonito is an attractive town not only for its beautiful nature but also for the utilization of the area痴 enduring natural beauty as a resource for tourism to revitalize the region.
The town aims at balancing the existence of tourism and the protection of the natural environment by employing a system of tourism that promotes environmental preservation.
All rivers, lakes, limestone caves, and forests representing Bonito are in private grounds so any sightseeing done is led by special tour guides through authorized travel agencies.
Therefore, the number of tourists who may visit major tourist spots in Bonito is limited.
Main Attractions and Activities |
Floating (FLUTUACAO)
Floating - going down a slow-flowing mountain stream while snorkeling wearing a wetsuit made of neoprene, an underwater pair of glasses with a snorkel tube. The water is crystal clear so you can visibly see local freshwater fish, such as Piraputangas, Pintados, Pacus, Dourados and the like.
There are many rivers with clear water in Bonito. You can choose the river and the course to suit your taste. The highly recommended courses are the Natural Aquarium featuring Baa Bonita Ecological Park (Aquario Natural - Parque Ecologico Baia Bonita), Sucuri River (Rio Sucuri),
Peixe River (Rio do Peixe), and Formoso River (Rio Formoso). |
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The Blue Lake Grout (GRUTA DO LAGO AZUL)
Deep inside a limestone cave lies a beautiful lake on the bottom of the earth. It is surrounded by white walls of lime stone. It is called 釘lue Lake from the mysterious blue color of the water. The transparent and silent surface of the water is so beautiful making it resemble a big,
blue mirror.
Diving in Caverns
(MERGULHAR EM CAVERNAS SUBMERSAS)
It is a tour for an experienced diver.
Recommended courses
 Rappelling in the Anhumas Abyss (Abismo Anhumas). As you descend you can appreciate the stalactites. You can also enjoy skin-diving in the 80 m deep lake below.
Mimoso Grout (Gruta do Mimoso) - an underwater cave.
The Mysterious Lagoon (Lagoa Misteriosa) that exists at a rift of more than 200 m in depth.
Ranch Tour (PASSEIOS EM ESTADAS)
These are tours that go around the ranches and forests around town on foot and on horseback. There are also tours that go down rivers by boat, kayak and rubber dinghy. |
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| State: |
Mato Grosso do Sul |
| Nearest airport: |
Campo Grande Airport (Aeroporto Internacional de Campo Grande) |
| Tourist base: |
Bonito City |
| Access:： |
Fly from Guarulhos International Airport in Sao Paulo City to Campo Grande Airport, and then catch the next flight for Bonito. 299 km from Campo Grande. |
| Season: |
October-February is ideal for animal observation. For floating and water tours, the dry season from July to September, when the amount and flow of the waters from mountain streams are moderate, is recommended. |
| Climate: |
Tropical. From November to February, some tours may be cancelled due to heavy rains. Winter (June-September) is the dry season. The water level of the river is suitable for diving at this time. |
In the town of Bonito, there are many options from among high-class hotels, small hotels, bed-and-breakfast, and hostels (lodgings); depending on the category, amenity, and price.
Local Transportation
The farthest tourist spot is 55 km away from the town. A private car, a minibus and van arranged by travel agencies are available.
The road is not paved but it has road signs for the tourists.
Other information:
http://www.portalbonito.com.br
http://www.bonitoonline.com(link???) |
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