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Cáceres
Spend 1–2 days in Cáceres for the sinkhole, waterfalls and fishing festival; stay central and use a car or bus for nearby sites.
Cáceres sits on the Paraguay River in western Mato Grosso. Its main draws are the Água Milagrosa sinkhole (40 km north), Piraputanga Falls (15 km west) and the International Fishing Festival each May. The town is small, so a short stay covers the highlights, with day trips by car or local bus.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- BRL
- Best months
- May–October (dry season, festival in May)
- avoid December–February (rainy, road flooding)
- Airport
- CGB
- Nights
- 1–2
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Rules in force · 7Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…
- South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
- South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
- South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
- Brazil ↗US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa (about US$81 — check) applied for online at the official VFS portal before travel; EU and UK citizens do not. Check your passport with Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs before booking.
- Brazil ↗Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for many areas, including the Amazon and Pantanal; check with a travel clinic at least 10 days before travel.
- Brazil ↗Keep your phone out of sight in the street and on beaches; phone theft is the most common crime against visitors in big cities.
- Brazil ↗Carnival 2027 runs about 5–10 February (Tuesday 9 February; Salvador from 4 February): book Rio, Salvador and Recife/Olinda months ahead or avoid those dates.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Cáceres190 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Cáceres, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Brazilian real (BRL, R$).Brazil-wide
- SIM or eSIMVivo, Claro and TIM cover the country; buying a prepaid SIM needs a passport and sometimes a CPF — an eSIM before you fly is easier.Brazil-wide
- Tap waterDo not drink tap water; filtered water is provided in most homes and hotels.Brazil-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 10% service (serviço) usually on the bill; optional but normal.Brazil-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/N. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 127 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Brazil-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for tourists; stay alert on unpaved roads after rain and keep valuables secure in crowded festival areas.
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- RestroomsPut toilet paper in the bin, not the toilet, in most places.Brazil-wide
- Emergency numbers190 police · 192 ambulance · 193 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysCarnival shuts many businesses for several days; museums often close on Mondays.Brazil-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportCGB Cuiabá International Airport (About 200 km (124 mi) east, 3 h by bus or car).CGB Cuiabá International Airport (About 124 mi (200 km) east, 3 h by bus or car).
- Getting aroundRent a car or take local buses (municipal lines) for trips to sinkhole and falls; within town walk is easy.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- BeerBeer (draft)R$8–12 (≈ US$2–3)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (10 km (6.2 mi))Taxi (6.2 mi (10 km))R$40–55 (≈ US$8–11)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket city centreR$4–6 (≈ US$1–2)
- Budget bedMid‑range hotel room (double), a night, per roomR$250 (≈ US$50)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel room (double), a night, per roomR$400 (≈ US$75)
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel room (double), a night, per roomR$650 (≈ US$130)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget R$120 (≈ US$25) · Mid R$200 (≈ US$40) · High R$350 (≈ US$65)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CGB Cuiabá International Airport (About 200 km (124 mi) east, 3 h by bus or car)CGB Cuiabá International Airport (About 124 mi (200 km) east, 3 h by bus or car)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Feb
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Mar
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
May
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Aug
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Sep
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Nov
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jul (13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C) low), wettest Jan (12 rain days), driest Jul (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Cáceres: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Feb
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Mar
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10 rd
Apr
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
4 rd
Jul
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3 rd
Aug
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Oct
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10 rd
Dec
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Rent a car or take local buses (municipal lines) for trips to sinkhole and falls; within town walk is easy.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Água Milagrosa sinkhole
goDoor to door: About 1 h total
Car or bus north 40 km (25 mi); 45‑min driveCar or bus north 25 mi (40 km); 45‑min drive
Popular diving spot; no entry fee.
Piraputanga Falls
goDoor to door: 45 min total
Car or bus west 15 km (9.3 mi); 20‑min driveCar or bus west 9.3 mi (15 km); 20‑min drive
Three falls, swimming area, small cave.
International Fishing Festival (May)
goDoor to door: 15 min
Walk or short bus ride within town
World‑record river fishing event; bring gear.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Gasparin Hotel
Central, near riverfront; good for 1‑night stays
Hotel Porto Bello
Along BR‑070, easy access to road trips
Hotel Recanto do Dourado
Riverside, close to fishing festival venue
Riviera Pantanal Hotel
Near city centre, offers tours to nearby waterfalls
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- R$120–180 (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed (check)
- Mid
- R$200–300 (≈ US$40–60) excl. bed (check)
- High
- R$350–500 (≈ US$65–95) excl. bed (check)
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel room (double)1 × 1 night × R$400 | R$400 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × R$200 | R$400 |
| Car rental 1 day (compact)2 × R$180 · check fuel & insurance | R$360 |
| Local bus day pass2 × R$30 · check | R$60 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | R$122 |
| Trip total≈ R$671 per person per day, bed included | R$1,342≈ US$250 |
2026 estimate in Brazilian real; flights and long‑distance bus not included.
Prices of common things
| Meal at a local restaurant | R$30–60 (≈ US$6–12) |
| Beer (draft) | R$8–12 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Taxi (10 km) | R$40–55 (≈ US$8–11) |
| Bus ticket city centre | R$4–6 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Roads to remote sites can be unpaved; check conditions after heavy rain.
- Festival tickets sell out early; book in advance if traveling in May.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 190
- Ambulance
- 192
- Fire
- 193
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Emergency
- Police190
- Ambulance192
- Fire193
Embassy
US consulate in Brasília; nearest Brazilian embassy for other nationals.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Cuiabá → Cáceres (bus): about R$120 (≈ US$25), 4‑5 h (check)
- Car rental (compact, 1 day): about R$120 (≈ US$25) (check)
Say or show
- Desculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (dehs-koo-peh)
- Obrigado — Thank you (oh-bree-gah-doo)
- Quanto custa? — How much is it? (kwahn-toh koos-tah)
- Onde fica o banheiro? — Where is the bathroom? (ohn-deh fee-kah oo bahn-yay-roh)
- Posso pagar com cartão? — Can I pay by card? (poh-soh pah-gar cohm kar-tawn)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Cáceres. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–October (dry season, festival in May) · avoid December–February (rainy, road flooding) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add car‑rental options for day trips.
- Create walking map of city centre attractions.
Sources
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