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📍 The Chaco

Vast wilderness and wildlife.

AdventureNature🗓 2 days
Overview

The Chaco travel guide

Vast wilderness and wildlife. The Chaco is one of the highlights of any trip to Paraguay, and most travellers spend around 2 days here.

Things to do

Top things to do in The Chaco

Adventure

In The Chaco, take on adventure activities and outdoor excursions.

Nature

In The Chaco, head into the surrounding nature, parks and viewpoints.

Getting around

How to reach & get around The Chaco

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Getting there

Most visitors arrive in Paraguay via Asunción (ASU), then continue to The Chaco by domestic flight, train, bus or road.

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Budget

Plan for roughly $35–$250 per day. See the full Paraguay budget guide.

Beyond The Chaco

Day trips & nearby places

Asunción

Asunción

🗓 1–2 days

Riverside capital with colonial roots.

CityCulture
Jesuit Missions

Jesuit Missions

🗓 1 day

UNESCO red-stone mission ruins.

HistoryCulture
Encarnación

Encarnación

🗓 1 day

River beaches and Carnival.

RelaxNightlife
FAQ

The Chaco travel FAQ

How many days do you need in The Chaco?
Most travellers spend 2 days in The Chaco — enough to see the highlights and take on adventure activities and outdoor excursions.
What is The Chaco known for?
The Chaco is especially good for adventure, nature. Vast wilderness and wildlife.
When is the best time to visit The Chaco?
The best time is generally May–Sep, in line with the rest of Paraguay.
How do you get to The Chaco?
Most visitors arrive via Asunción (ASU), then reach The Chaco by domestic flight, train, bus or road.
How much does The Chaco cost?
Budget around $35–$250 per person per day depending on your style.
Is The Chaco worth visiting?
Yes — The Chaco is one of the highlights of Paraguay, particularly if you enjoy adventure, nature.