River Tourism Highlights New Ways to Explore Mato Grosso do Sul’s Natural Landscapes

SÃO PAULO, Aug. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (Brasil DNA, a project organized by Global Vision Access) – Mato Grosso do Sul is expanding the ways travelers can experience its natural attractions through river tourism, offering experiences that go beyond the state’s best-known destinations. From multi-day river cruises in the Pantanal to boat tours along the rivers of Bonito, these activities combine contact with nature, regional landscapes, and opportunities to learn more about local communities and traditions.

Known internationally for its biodiversity and ecotourism offerings, Mato Grosso do Sul is home to destinations such as Bonito, recognized for its crystal-clear waters, and the Pantanal, one of the world’s largest tropical wetlands. River tourism adds another dimension to these destinations by allowing visitors to explore their landscapes from the water.

Pantanal River Cruises Combine Nature and Tranquility

River cruises offer an alternative way to experience the Pantanal, traditionally associated with flooded plains, caimans, capybaras, ranches, and jaguars. Instead of exploring the region exclusively by land, travelers can navigate its rivers and discover different perspectives of the biome.

Cruise itineraries typically last between four and seven days and combine accommodation and onboard services with opportunities to experience the Pantanal’s natural and cultural heritage.

During the journey, travelers can learn about aspects of the history of Mato Grosso do Sul through music and poetry, navigate the Serra do Amolar, discover traces of the region’s early peoples, and interact with riverside communities while learning about their knowledge and traditions.

River Experiences Expand Bonito’s Tourism Offerings

River-based activities are also part of Bonito’s tourism portfolio, providing options for travelers looking for a slower-paced way to experience the region’s natural environment.

Among the experiences available is an electric boat tour along the Rio Formoso, which features calm currents and crystal-clear waters. The river is also used for other tourism activities, while its surrounding landscape provides opportunities for visitors to observe the local vegetation and wildlife.

The experience extends beyond navigation, with the scenery along the Formoso River offering opportunities for contemplation and photography. Depending on conditions and the season, visitors may also spot some of the animal species that inhabit the area.

Together, the river cruises in the Pantanal and water-based activities in Bonito demonstrate how river tourism is creating additional ways to explore Mato Grosso do Sul, connecting travelers with the state’s natural environments, landscapes, and communities.

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Caio Dalbem - caio@globalvisionaccess.com

Gisele Abrahao - gisele@globalvisionaccess.com