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Corumbá
ℹ️Practical info — Corumbá
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Take a sunset boat tour on the Paraguay River, the views are spectacular.
- Ecotourism in the Pantanal starts early, book tours in advance during the dry season.
- Visit the Bolivian border town of Puerto Quijarro for a quick cross-border experience, but check visa rules.
- Be prepared for high humidity and heat, stay hydrated.
🍽 Food
Local river fish, find it grilled or fried at riverside fish restaurants.
Try this traditional piranha soup at restaurants near the port area.
A refreshing cold yerba mate drink favored by locals, look for it at local markets and street stands.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Check out the artisan shops near the city center.
Browse the stalls at the municipal market for regional products.
A quiet viewpoint offering panoramic views of the city and the Paraguay River.
A peaceful square with mature trees and historical statues, first-rate for a break.
Water temperature…
Corumbá is a remarkable feature of the geography and culture of Brazil. The 'Capital of the Pantanal', located on the border with Bolivia on the Paraguay River, with enormous importance for ecotourism. Most important inland port in the Midwest. Gateway to extensive safaris in the wetlands. Has a strong cultural mix of Brazilian and Bolivian elements. This city is among the characteristic settlements of Brazil, set between the metropolises of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro and the vast spaces of the interior. Like many notable places in Brazil, it combines regional character with the wider significance of the world's fifth-largest country. Thus, this place contributes to the diverse profile of Brazil, where tropical nature, Portuguese heritage, samba, football, and Carnival come together.
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Feb, Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | -1 | -2 | -4 | -5 | -4 | -3 | -1 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 86 | 78 | 108 | 88 | 83 | 93 | 88 | 80 | 74 | 75 | 77 | 80 |
Geography
Facts
- The 'Capital of the Pantanal', located on the border with Bolivia on the Paraguay River, with enormous importance for ecotourism.
- Located within the Federative Republic of Brazil.
- Plays a role in the local identity of the region.
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Frequently asked questions
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