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Rodovia Mimoso-Capoeirinha Km 15, Capoerinha | Pantanal Norte, Barao de Melgaco, State of Mato Grosso 78190-000, Brazil
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Pousada do Rio Mutum
4.0 of 5 stars 40 Reviews
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Bransgore, United Kingdom
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128 reviews 128 reviews
Reviews in 63 cities Reviews in 63 cities
72 helpful votes 72 helpful votes
“Lovely location, great wildlife!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
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It is a fairly long and bumpy ride from Cuiaba airport by 4x4 (apparently in the flood season the last part of the transfer is by river), we only stayed 2 nights and I'd recommend a longer stay to make the travel more worthwhile. Although the driver did stop whenever he spotted an interesting animal or bird. The accommodation is arranged in attractive small blocks with paved paths between them. The rooms are comfortable and well-furnished with comfortable bed, TV and nice bathroom; each room has a terrace and hammock. The rooms do have air-con but we found our room very hot at night even with the air-con on (stay was in December so hot/rainy season). The small pool is nicely located with a view down to the river and close to a mango tree which was attracting flocks of parakeets and other fruit-eating birds during our stay. The dining room is spacious and screened from insects. The meals were freshly cooked and good quality. They made an effort to cater for the vegetarian in our party (let them know in advance). There is WiFi access available free in the Reception and library area. Overall the ambiance is very relaxing and pleasant and the service from the staff is friendly and welcoming.

The wildlife around the gardens is abundant - you almost don't need to go on trips! Lots of birds e.g. troupial, burrowing owl, parakeets, toucans, jabiru stork, great potoo and animals e.g. capybara, iguana, cayman in the grounds.

The lodge organised a knowledgeable guide who spoke good English (Flavio) and arranges various trips e.g. walking, river boat, kayaking, night drives, horse riding. We chose not to ride the horses as some of them did not look in good condition; thin and with some injuries. The boat trip on the river was fabulous, the river is winding and well vegetated and very pretty as well as teeming with bird life.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Lexington, Kentucky
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Rio Mutum Pantanal Lodge for a unique experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012
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A wonderful way to experience a unique environment - nice facilities, good food, and wonderful guides. There is an abundance of wildlife and wonderful scenery that is easily accessible by boat and on horse back. Don't miss the fabulous and colorful sunrises and sunsets reflected on the water.....we came away with terrific pictures.

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“closest airport is CUIABA-MT not Campo Grande MS.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

I just want make sure to add the information that the closest airport to Pousada Rio Mutum Pantanal Lodge is in CUIABA-MT NOT Campo Grande MS. Cuiaba city is the capital of the state of Mato Grosso. Pantanal is a really big area and it is important to arrive at the right airport to get to Pousada do Rio Mutum Lodge.

closest airport is CUIABA-MT not Campo Grande MS.

Stayed December 2011, travelled with family
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Budapest, Hungary
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“A paradise in a oasis”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2011
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Really enjoyed our time in Rio Mutum. We spent 4 days there having wonderful excursion in a fantastic place with plenty of birds and other animals. The staff is very kind and the rooms are comfortable with air conditioning and are cleaned every day. The location is great and easy to go with horses or with a small boat on the river. The food is good considered the location and we enjoyed the pirana soup. Recommended

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Kent
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
“Never a Dull Moment”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 November 2011
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Located in the heart of the Pantanal, 3 hrs drive from Cuiaba, Pousada Rio Mutum exceeds expectations by a considerable margin. Located in its own grounds with swimming pool, restaurant/bar and many mature trees on the edge of the wetlands. At first sight somewhat care worn with rather basic but comfortable cabin accommodation; first impressions are swept aside by an amazing program of excursions which keep you occupied from dawn to dusk and more! Walking, boat trips, horse riding, safaris, night & dawn trips - made all the more enjoyable by our excellent guide Flavio. You cannot miss the wonderful bird life: owls, raptors, kingfishers, herons, storks, many other smaller birds and if you are lucky Toucans. On the lakes and rivers Caimen, Capibarras and maybe giant otters can be easily seen at close quarters; all topped off by wonderful sunsets and sunrises. Food is homely, tasty and plentiful and the barman makes a mean Caiparinha! We are so pleased to have included the Pantanal and Rio Mutum in our itinerary - not to be missed.

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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Rodovia Mimoso-Capoeirinha Km 15, Capoerinha | Pantanal Norte, Barao de Melgaco, State of Mato Grosso 78190-000, Brazil
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