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Encontro dos Rios Salobra e Miranda
The spot where the clear waters of the Salobra River join the muddy waters of the Miranda River, creating a sharp color contrast. The trip combines boating and an easy walk, with sightings of marsh deer, capybaras and jabiru storks.
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About Encontro dos Rios Salobra e Miranda
The Encontro dos Rios Salobra e Miranda is the spot where the clear Salobra River flows into the muddy Miranda River, in the Miranda Pantanal (MS). The two waters run side by side for a stretch before mixing, and the color contrast is the most anticipated moment of the trip.
The Salobra rises in the Serra da Bodoquena region, runs through canyons and enters the Pantanal plain, where it forms a small delta before reaching the Miranda. The visit is run by Projeto Salobra, a day-use site in a rural area a few kilometers from the BR-262.
From the reception to the riverbank, the group rides in a tractor-pulled trailer. Then you travel down the Salobra in a low-powered motorboat, with a guide, to the meeting with the Miranda. The itinerary includes an easy trail through the riverside forest (depending on the season), a swim at a small river beach and a lunch of Pantanal food.
Along the way you often see birds, such as the jabiru stork, as well as capybaras and marsh deer. The region is popular with birdwatchers. Little effort is needed, which makes the trip suitable for families; if you have limited mobility, check with the operator beforehand, because of the trailer and boarding.
Before you go
Practical information
How much time to set aside
The boat trip takes about three hours, and the full program takes up most of the day.
Best time
It runs year-round; in the early morning and late afternoon the light is prettier and the animals are more active. At high water, the trailer reaches the river by driving through the water.
How to get there
It is in rural Miranda (MS), about 5 km from the BR-262 and around 15 km from downtown. You book the trip in advance, directly with Projeto Salobra or through agencies in Miranda and Bonito.
Tip
Bring a swimsuit, insect repellent, sunscreen, a hat and binoculars; a camera is worth it to capture the contrasting waters and the birds.
A look at the place
Encontro dos Rios Salobra e Miranda in pictures
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Encontro dos Rios Salobra e Miranda
Where is the meeting of the Salobra and Miranda rivers?
In rural Miranda (MS), in the Pantanal, where the Salobra River flows into the Miranda River. Access is through Projeto Salobra, about 5 km from the BR-262.
Do you have to pay for the trip?
Yes. It is a paid trip, booked in advance directly with Projeto Salobra or through agencies in Miranda and Bonito.
How long does the tour take?
The boat part takes about three hours; adding the trail, river swim and lunch, the program takes up most of the day.
Is the trip strenuous?
No. The boat ride is calm and the walk through the riverside forest is easy, suitable for families.
What wildlife can you see?
Birds such as the jabiru stork, as well as capybaras and marsh deer. The region is known for birdwatching; sightings depend on luck.