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Bonito Attractions
All of the activities listed (plus quite a few others) are sold through tour operators in Bonito. One operator with a good English website is Ygarapé Tour, Rua Pilad Rebuá 1823 (tel. 067/3255-1733; www.ygarape.com.br). Every tour operator offers the same packages at the same price, so don't waste time shopping around. Numbers are limited, so it's key to book your excursions as early as possible. Avoid long weekends and high season in January, February, and July if you can; the popular trips fill up quickly.
All activities are guided. If you are a real outdoors do-it-yourselfer, Bonito will drive you insane. On the other hand, if you are a novice adventurer or are traveling with young children or older people, this is the perfect environment to try some rafting, snorkeling, or hiking. If you are driving, ask for detailed directions; some of these attractions can be tricky to find. The prices listed are for the peak season. Some of the tours offer a small discount (up to 20%) in the low season.
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Aquario Natural
The best known of the springs and rivers that people swim in is the Aquario Natural. Starting at the wellspring of the Rio Baia Bonita, you snorkel a .5km (1/2-mile) stretch of crystal-clear river with amazing underwater views of fish. The downside is that this is also the busiest… - Natural Attraction
Cachoeira do Rio do Peixe
For a more mellow activity, take a visit to the waterfall of Rio do Peixe. Over 10m (30 ft.) tall with crystal-clear pools and caves to swim in, it's a great spot to spend a hot afternoon. - Natural Attraction
Floating the Sucuri
First you walk through the forest to see where the Sucuri River gurgles up through limestone fissures. A bit farther down, once the river has gained some depth and momentum, you get in the water for your 2km (1 1/4-mile) snorkel trip. It's like floating in an aquarium with an amazing… - Tour
Gruta do Lago Azul
Tour operators promote this tour as a must-see, which is likely why it's always packed. Every 15 minutes a group sets off on the 351m (1,170-ft.) trail into the 69m-deep (230-ft.) cave. The calcium formations are certainly cool -- amazing stalactites, stalagmites, stone flowers, and… - Tour
Rafting on the Rio Formosa
The rapids are nothing to write home about, but it is a peaceful float. This 7km (4 1/4-mile) trip takes you over some small rapids, and you'll stop along the way for a swim in some of the waterfalls. Keep your eyes peeled for birds, monkeys, and butterflies. - Natural Attraction
Rappelling and Snorkelling in Anhumas Abyss
Book ahead for this most popular adventure, especially during weekends or holidays. If you have never rappelled before, you will learn how and be provided with all the gear for the grand descent of 72m (236 ft.) into an abyss packed with stalactites and stalagmites. At the bottom you… - Hiking/Biking Route
Rio da Prata
The tour starts with a 50-minute walk through the forest. The subsequent 2.5km (1 1/2-mile) float in the Rio da Prata among the paçu, dourado, piraputangas, and pintados is one of the longest.
