Bonito Crystal-Clear Rivers & Caves Tour
Base yourself in the town of Bonito to float down crystal-clear rivers, descend into the Blue Lake Cave, and visit the Macaw Sinkhole.
Stay in the town center for the entire trip, taking day trips to one or two attractions daily at a relaxed pace. The two core days feature river snorkeling in Rio Sucuri and Rio da Prata, complemented by caves, sinkholes, and waterfalls. The Abismo Anhumas sinkhole is physically demanding and is not included in the standard itinerary, but it can replace Day 4 if desired. Perfect for first-time visitors, couples, and families with older children.
Can be visited year-round. The dry season from April to September offers even better river visibility.
Day by day
Day 1 · Arrival in Bonito
Bonito（Bonito Town Center、Projeto Jiboia）
Fly into Bonito, or take a shuttle from Campo Grande Airport to the town, which takes about 4 hours.
Popular attractions have daily visitor limits; book your tickets through an agency before departure.
Stay: Bonito Center
Day 2 · Blue Lake Cave & Rio Sucuri
Bonito（Gruta do Lago Azul、Rio Sucuri Flotation）
Depart from town and travel southwest. Both attractions are within a 1-hour drive, accessible via agency transfers or self-drive.
The Blue Lake Cave has about 300 steep steps. Morning slots are the most sought-after.
Stay: Bonito Center
Day 3 · Rio da Prata & Macaw Sinkhole
Bonito（Recanto Ecológico Rio da Prata、Buraco das Araras）
Drive south towards Jardim, about 1 hour one way. Both attractions lie in the same direction.
Rio da Prata tickets usually include lunch. The sinkhole has the best lighting in the afternoon.
Stay: Bonito Center
Day 4 · Aquário Natural & Rio Formoso
Bonito（Aquário Natural、Rio Formoso Rafting (Ilha do Padre)）
Both are in the eastern outskirts of town, within a 30-minute drive. Snorkel in the morning and go rafting in the afternoon.
If you wish to descend Abismo Anhumas, you can replace today's activities. It requires good physical fitness and advance booking.
Stay: Bonito Center
Day 5 · Waterfall Park & Departure
Drive north to the waterfall park in the morning (about 30 minutes), explore for about 3 hours, and return in the afternoon.
If departing from Campo Grande Airport, allow about 4 hours for the drive.