GROUP PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR with Benjamin James - SEPTEMBER 05 to SEPTEMBER 10 2026

This 5-night Jaguar Safari is a 6-day group photography journey, shared with other Journey with Jaguars guests and Benjamin James, the founder of JWJ. Together you’ll spend FOUR (4) full days on the rivers of the Pantanal — the best place on earth to see wild jaguars. The first and last days are dedicated to traveling the Transpantaneira to and from the lodge, while the middle four are spent entirely on the water. From dawn to dusk, our expert guides and boat drivers track jaguars through their natural domain, with giant otters, caimans, and hundreds of bird species bringing the waterways to life. Evenings are for unwinding at the lodge and recharging for another day on the river.

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Upon landing at Cuiabá International Airport, you’ll be met by our private driver and begin your journey into the heart of the Pantanal.

We aim to depart Cuiabá around 11:00 AM, heading south along the legendary Transpantaneira Highway—an adventure in itself. Along the way, we’ll stop for lunch at a local restaurant and enjoy plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife right from the road: capybaras, caimans, storks, and more.

After approximately 6 hours (including the lunch stop and photo breaks), we’ll arrive at our partner lodge in Porto Jofre, perfectly positioned at the gateway to prime jaguar territory.

You’ll be welcomed and shown to your room—comfortable, air-conditioned, and equipped with a private bathroom. After settling in, we’ll enjoy a hearty dinner, review the plan for the days ahead, and get a good night’s rest before hitting the river at dawn.

AUGUST 18, 19, 20, 21

Wake up to the sounds of the Pantanal and fuel up with a buffet breakfast from 6:00 AM — fresh fruits, breads, spreads, eggs, coffee, juice, and tea.

By 6:30 AM, you’ll board your private safari boat just as the sun rises over the river. This is prime jaguar territory, and our expert guides and boat drivers know exactly where to search.

No two mornings are the same in the Pantanal. One day it’s a jaguar stalking along the bank, the next a giant otter family playing in the current. That sense of wild unpredictability is what makes every outing so electrifying.

Lunch is delivered fresh to the boat so you can stay on the river all day, maximizing your chances of sightings without missing a moment.

As the sun sets, we cruise back to the lodge for a relaxing buffet dinner — with options including meats, fish, salads, rice, and beans. Then it’s time to rest and recharge for another full day on the water.

Included on board:
– Ice-cold water and soft drinks (always complimentary)
– Beer available on request at a small additional charge
– A large cooler stocked for the day
– Shade canopy and comfortable seating

Dietary preferences can be noted at checkout.

Enjoy a final breakfast at the lodge, surrounded by the sounds of the Pantanal one last time.

Afterwards, our private transport team will drive you back to Cuiabá International Airport for your onward journey. The drive offers more chances to spot wildlife along the Transpantaneira, so keep your camera ready — you never know what might cross the road.

You’ll arrive at the airport with plenty of time for your flight, feeling fulfilled, inspired, and just a little bit wilder than when you arrived.

*We recommend booking onward flights from 3:00 PM onwards to allow for a relaxed transfer back to Cuiabá without any rush.