

Manoela Bernardy
Manoela Bernardy, a Brazilian naturalist with 18 years of experience, has been guiding in both the North and South Pantanal, one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. At 41 years old, Manoela’s passion for nature, especially birds, has defined her career. What began as a personal hobby—spotting and identifying bird species by their calls—has blossomed into a profession she loves and excels at.
Fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, Manoela’s ability to connect with international travelers makes her a highly sought-after guide. Her deep knowledge of the Pantanal’s wildlife, combined with her charisma and expertise, ensures unforgettable experiences for her guests.
Beyond guiding, Manoela is passionate about sports and nature photography. She frequently travels to expand her knowledge and explore new destinations, having visited remarkable places such as the Galapagos, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Patagonia, and Norway.

Manoela was our guide through the Pantanal in 2014. This experience was so outstanding that I sought her guidance again in 2019. Her exceptional ability to locate and identify birds and other wildlife, combined with her deep knowledge and passion, made both trips unforgettable. She listened to our specific interests and went above and beyond to tailor my experience, all while meeting everyone's needs. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a competent guide in the Pantanal. I am not alone in sharing this assessment.
Phil Venables
In our experience, a good guide makes trips special. We were very lucky to have the excellent Manoela Bernardy as our guide during our trip to the North and South Pantanal in 2023. Manoela is experienced and has an abundant knowledge of the wildlife and its habitat. With her knowledge, enthusiasm and kindness, Manoela made a huge difference and was instrumental to a very enjoyable and successful trip. She is highly recommended.
Sami Elkhalifa
A successful birding guide must have domain knowledge, passion and people skills. Manoela has all three in ample measure. Manoela's command of the English language (both written and spoken) is excellent.
Sumantra Banerjee