All outdoor activities take place under supervision of a guide. In some cases the guide is provided by the location, for other adventure tours a guide has to be hired [30 reais per day, 18 US dollars]. Traveller must provide their own transportation. Cars can be rented in Nobres or Cuiabá and cost about 100-150 reais per day [60-90 US dollars].
The guides’ knowledge of any language other than Portuguese [this includes Spanish] is non-existent or limited to a few words, but with good humour one can always communicate. In this modern era of computerised translations it shouldn’t be a problem to send an email in English to travel agencies for information or reservations – use plain language to avoid confusion.
Travel Agencies at Nobres and Bom Jardim
The last five outdoor activities mentioned above can also be undertaken directly from a travel agency at the nearby village of Bom Jardim. To enter the premises of an adventure tour location vouchers are needed which are only provided by the travel agencies in Nobres and Bom Jardim. While this isn’t always the most convenient solution for the traveller, in this way the towns are assured of income and employment.
Travel Agencies in Nobres and Bom Jardim Are:
Lagoa Azul Travel Agency in Nobres: tel: [65] 9622-9492
Travel agency Rota das Aguas in Bom Jardim: tel: [65] 3102-2019
Travel agency Paraíso das Aguas in Bom Jardim: tel: [65] 9237-4471
Travel agency Bom Jardim: tel: [65] 3102-2018
Accommodation in Nobres
The town has hotels and eateries in different price categories. Hotel prices vary from 60 to 150 reais per person per night. It is advised to make reservations in advance, especially for weekends or during the high season [July and January / February]. The travel agencies can assist in providing accommodation.
How to Reach Nobres
Nobres is situated at 140 kilometres north of Cuiabá, along Road BR 163. A daily bus plies between the towns [about 20 reais, about 3 hours]. On request the travel agency can arrange a transfer from Cuiabá.
