Before you go
Your trip to Jardim.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Jardim – MS Destination Bonito and Serra da Bodoquena about 239 km from Campo Grande
How to get there
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Aeroporto Regional de Bonito (BYO) Bonito · 56 km
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Aeroporto Internacional de Campo Grande (CGR) Campo Grande · 236 km
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Rodoviária de Jardim
Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.
Jardim is 239 km from Campo Grande, about three hours by car on the BR-060 and BR-267, and about 60 km from Bonito. Cruzeiro do Sul runs buses from the Campo Grande bus station several times a day. The nearest airport is Bonito, 56 km away; Campo Grande has more flights.
How many days
Jardim's tours fit into one or two days, and most people stay in Bonito. Staying in Jardim makes sense if you are driving and want to be closer to the Rio da Prata and the Buraco das Araras.
When to go
From May to September, in the dry season, the water is clearest. The Lagoa Misteriosa float only runs during part of the year, in the dry season; outside it, the attraction closes. The macaws can be seen year-round. The town's anniversary is on May 14.
Do you need a car?
Yes, or agency transportation: the Rio da Prata, the Lagoa Misteriosa and the Buraco das Araras are outside town. The Cemitério dos Heróis and the Ponte Velha are near town, by the Miranda River.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Jardim
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Morning
Rio da Prata
A forest trail and a float from the spring. Set aside the whole morning.
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Afternoon
Lagoa Misteriosa
In the same area. The float only runs in the dry season; outside it, swap it for the Buraco das Araras.
2 days in Jardim
Day 1
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Morning
Rio da Prata
The same start, with the whole morning on the river.
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Afternoon
Lagoa Misteriosa
Near the Rio da Prata. Dry season only.
Day 2
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Morning
Buraco das Araras
Go early: the red-and-green macaws fly more in the morning. The trail is short and easy.
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Afternoon
Cemitério dos Heróis
A memorial to the Retreat of Laguna, in the Paraguayan War, by the Miranda River.
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Late afternoon
Ponte Velha
The 1930s arched bridge over the Miranda.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
Can I stay in Jardim instead of Bonito?
Yes, if you have a car. Jardim has fewer hotels, but it is closer to the Rio da Prata, the Lagoa Misteriosa and the Buraco das Araras. Bonito has more facilities and agencies.
Is the Lagoa Misteriosa open year-round?
No. The float is seasonal and runs in the dry season; the exact period changes from year to year. Check with your agency before planning your itinerary.
How do I book tours in Jardim?
Through Bonito agencies, using the voucher system. The Rio da Prata, the Lagoa Misteriosa and the Buraco das Araras are sold along with the Bonito tours.
What is the best time to visit the Buraco das Araras?
Early morning, when the macaws are most active. The outing is easy and suitable for all ages.