(MENAFN– Memac Ogilvy) Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 27 May 2022: Brazil’s biodiverse Amazon rainforest attracts thousands of visitors every year and is one of the world’s most popular ecotourism destinations. However, the country’s lesser known and hidden Pantanal wetlands — located in the heart of the Brazilian states of Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul — is an eco-destination that nature and adventure enthusiasts should promptly add to their travel list.
The Pantanal region is the world’s largest tropical wetland area and the world’s largest flooded grasslands. Dubbed by National Geographic as ‘Brazil’s Best Kept Secret’, the Pantanal is one of the most pristine wetlands areas and is home to countless bird and animal species across the 42-million-acre wetlands.
Carlos Brito, President of Embratur, Brazil’s Tourism Board, commented on why the Pantanal is a unique destination for local UAE-based travelers: “Brazil has always been popular for its diverse ecotourism experiences that cannot be found anywhere else. Beyond the famed Amazon rainforest, we are encouraging tourists, and those travelling from the UAE, to explore the other incredible natural wonders Brazil has to offer. That’s why we’re currently promoting the Pantanal region and highlighting its unique landscape and iconic wildlife.
“As an eco-tourism destination and UNESCO Heritage Site, the Pantanal wetlands also symbolize Brazil’s commitment to preserving threatened ecosystems. At Embratur, we recognize the importance of conserving the environment and aim to showcase what is remaining of our natural world as a means of educating visitors to help us protect it.”
Here are five reasons why the tropical wetland is worth exploring.
An aquatic flora and fauna of 4,000+ plant and animal species
The Pantanal is home to more than 4,700 species of plants and animals, and home to the largest concentration of crocodiles in the…