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Major city · Brazil

Bonito

Spend 2–3 days in Bonito for snorkeling, caves and the sinkhole; longer only if you want a relaxed pace or extra tours.

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Bonito is a small town in Mato Grosso do Sul known for crystal‑clear rivers, snorkeling sites and the Buraco das Araras sinkhole. Most attractions are day trips outside town, so a 2‑day itinerary covers the main floats and one cave, while a 3‑day stay adds a second cave or a horse‑riding tour. Travel is limited to buses, shared vans or a few flights; the town itself is walkable.

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Weather
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Currency
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Best months
May–August (dry season, clear water)
avoid December–March (wet season, rain can close sites)
Airports
BYO · CGR
Nights
2–3

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This is a basic guide for Bonito: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
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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Emergency numbers for Bonito190 ▾

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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 Bonito, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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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.

Crystal‑clear river snorkelingBuraco das Araras sinkholeGruta do Lago Azul cave
Airports
BYO Bonito Airport (20 min drive from town; few weekly flights (LATAM, Azul).) · CGR Campo Grande Airport (≈300 km (186 mi) away, more flight options.)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  2. Feb

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  3. Mar

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  4. Apr

    not flagged

    30°C (86°F)

  5. May

    Best

    28°C (82°F)

  6. Jun

    Best

    27°C (81°F)

  7. Jul

    Best

    28°C (82°F)

  8. Aug

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  9. Sep

    not flagged

    31°C (88°F)

  10. Oct

    not flagged

    32°C (90°F)

  11. Nov

    not flagged

    32°C (90°F)

  12. Dec

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

Best: May–Aug. Avoid: Dec–Mar. Month by month →

Warmest Jan (33°C (91°F)), coolest Jun (14°C (57°F) low), wettest Jan (12 rain days), driest Jul (3). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Bonito: next 7 days

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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)

22°C (72°F)

12 rd

Feb

33°C (91°F)

22°C (72°F)

11 rd

Mar

32°C (90°F)

21°C (70°F)

10 rd

Apr

30°C (86°F)

19°C (66°F)

7 rd

May

28°C (82°F)

16°C (61°F)

5 rd

Jun

27°C (81°F)

14°C (57°F)

4 rd

Jul

28°C (82°F)

14°C (57°F)

3 rd

Aug

30°C (86°F)

16°C (61°F)

4 rd

Sep

31°C (88°F)

18°C (64°F)

6 rd

Oct

32°C (90°F)

20°C (68°F)

8 rd

Nov

32°C (90°F)

21°C (70°F)

10 rd

Dec

33°C (91°F)

22°C (72°F)

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

The town is walkable; most attractions require a 30‑60 min dirt‑road ride. Shuttle vans run from agencies (often cost ≈ entry fee). Moto‑taxis are common; renting a car is advisable for groups.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Gruta do Lago Azul

go

Door to door: About 1 h

Shuttle van from town agencies, about 30 min

Cave with blue lake; low season R$110 + transport, high season R$160 + transport.

Buraco das Araras

go

Door to door: About 1.5 h

Shuttle van from town agencies, about 1 h

Sinkhole with macaws; R$160 year‑round, guide mandatory, transport extra.

Rio da Prata snorkeling

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Door to door: About 1.5 h

Shuttle van from town agencies, about 40 min

Snorkel float; R$360 low season, R$475 high season, includes lunch and gear, transport extra.

Sucuri River snorkeling

go

Door to door: About 1 h

Shuttle van from town agencies, about 30 min

Snorkel float; R$239 low season, R$289 high season, includes gear, transport extra.

Campo Grande

go

Door to door: About 5.5 h

Bus (Cruzeiro do Sul) or shared van, about 5 h

Regional hub with more flights and services.

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.

Eco Pousada Villa Verde

Budget double rooms R$70–90; tours available.

Hotel Pousada Calliandra

Budget double rooms R$62–100; central location.

HI Bonito

Hostel R$30; easy to arrange tours.

Hotel Pousada Surucua

Mid‑range double rooms R$280–325.

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

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
R$100–200 (≈ US$19–40) excl. bed
Mid
R$250–400 (≈ US$50–75) excl. bed
High
R$500 (≈ US$95)+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency

Prices of common things

Snorkeling float (low season)Includes gear and lunch, transport extra.R$350–360 (≈ US$65–70)
Snorkeling float (high season)Check transport cost.R$475–R$500 (≈ US$90–95)
Balneário Municipal entryLow vs high season.R$62–R$80 (≈ US$12–15)
Buraco das Araras entryGuide mandatory, transport extra.R$160 (≈ US$30) year‑round
Taxi from Bonito Airport to town2025 estimate.R$100 (≈ US$19) (approx.)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Bonito is low‑crime, but keep valuables hidden on tours and watch for slippery rocks at river sites. The main risk is heat and dehydration; carry water.
  • Rain in the wet season can close river sites and make dirt roads impassable.
  • Snorkeling float prices often exclude transport; confirm total cost.
  • Guides may not speak English; ask before booking.

Emergency numbers

Police
190
Ambulance
192
Fire
193

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Emergency

  • Police190
  • Ambulance192
  • Fire193

Embassy

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Bonito Airport → town taxi: ≈ R$100 (check)
  • Shared van Bonito ↔ Campo Grande: R$100 (≈ US$19) one‑way (check)

Say or show

  • Desculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (des‑KOO‑pe)
  • Obrigado — Thank you (oh‑BREE‑goo)
  • Quanto custa? — How much is it? (KWAHN‑toh KOO‑stah)
  • Fala inglês? — Do you speak English? (FAH‑la een‑GLAYS)

Safety: Bonito is low‑crime, but keep valuables hidden on tours.

Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Bonito. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: May–August (dry season, clear water) · avoid December–March (wet season, rain can close sites) · month by month →
  2. 2 airports and 4 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 5 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

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