Extra Information Bulletin # 07 - SEPTEMBER 30 th 2017 Registrations are free and can be made on this link. The preliminary programme is available here. Displacement Located 8 km from the center of the capital, the International Airport of Cuiabá- Marechal Rondon (GCB), is the main airport in the state of Mato Grosso. The structure offers banks, exchange office, post office, ample parking and others. In addition, it has facilities such as a food court with snack bars, cafes and bars, souvenir shops and handicrafts, as well as a Wi-Fi network with free access. At the airport you can find the Cooperporto Taxi, which runs 24 hours. Quotes can be made by phone +55 65 3682-4114 or by the site http://www.cooperporto.com.br/index.php. The route from Cuiabá International Airport to the Federal University of Mato Grosso costs from R$ 30.00 to R$ 40.00 by taxi and approximately R$ 16.50 by UberX, a service also available in the city. The journey takes about 25 minutes by car:
From Cuiabá International Airport to Hotel Gran Odara (the official hotel of the event), the journey takes about 20 minutes. Source: Aeroportos do mundo and Google Maps Climate According to the climate classification of Köppen-Geiger, the climate in Cuiabá is Aw (semi-humid tropical climate), also known as savannah climate and tropical climate with dry season; The average temperature in the city of Cuiabá is 78.9 F. Check the weather forecast between October 22 and 29, 2017:
Source: Accuweather Time zone In Brazil there are four time zones, being applied in the state of Mato Grosso the third time zone, which is four hours behind Greenwich (GMT-4) and one hour behind Brasília. In the spring and in the summer, however, between October 15, 2017 and February 18, 2018, the time zone of the city of Cuiabá will be GMT-3 and that of Brasilia GMT-2, due to the summer time applied to the State and to the Federal District. Source: Site Apollo 11 Currency The currency used in the Brazilian territory is Real (R$). 1,00 = 3,74 R$ R$ 1 = 0,26 1,00 $ = 3,19 R$ R$ 1 = 0,31 $ Note: The values are from 09/27/2017. Source: UOL economia
Passport and visa Do you need a visa? To find out if you need a visa to travel to Brazil, click here. Brazil adopts a policy of reciprocity regarding visas. This means that nationals of countries that require visas for Brazilian citizens will need a visa to travel to Brazil. According to the Brazilian law, Brazil needs to sign an agreement, on a reciprocal basis, to offer visa waiver to nationals of another country. Brazil has signed visa exemption agreements with more than 90 countries. Apply for your visa! Foreigners who want to apply for a visa to travel to Brazil should contact the Brazilian Representations abroad to obtain more information about the subject. Click here to access the full list of the Brazilian Consular Network or here to contact information of the Immigration Division (DIM), they are responsible for coordinating the issuance of Brazilian visas abroad. Click here to apply for a Brazilian visa. Source: Portal Consular do Itamaraty Power outlets The voltage in Cuiabá is 110v and the frequency is 60Hz. Source: Site Ecoviagem Calling Cuiabá The DDI for Brazil is +55, and the DDD for Cuiabá is 65.
Emergency Services In case of an emergency, in Cuiabá, check the numbers of emergency services: Ambulance: 192 Firefighters: 193 Federal Police: 194 Accomodation Check out below a list of suggested hotels, with special prices for the participants of the event. To enjoy the special values, informed below, inform when you make the reservation, by e-mail or telephone, that you are a participant of the event organized by the Coimbra Group of Brazilian Universities and the Federal University of Mato Grosso. Note: There are only a few places left. We suggest that you make your reservation as soon as possible. Official event hotel: Hotel Gran Odara Address: Av. Miguel Sutil, 8344 - Ribeirão da Ponte - Cuiabá - MT Zip code. 78040-400 Website: http://www.hotelgranodara.com.br/ Central Reservation: (65) 3616-2020 reservas@hotelgranodara.com.br Daily values: Standard or Luxury SGL R $ 269,00 Standard or Luxury SGL (double bed) R $ 288,00 Standard or Luxury DBL R $ 315,00 Executive Suite R $ 530,00 Master Suite R $ 650,00 Premium Suite R $ 950,00 Presidential Suite R $ 1,300.00 * There will be transportation from the official hotel Gran Odara to the activities of the Seminar at UFMT.
Golden Tulip Cuiabá Address: Av. Fernando Corrêa da Costa, 93 - Areão, Cuiabá - MT, 78010-400 cba.reservas@goldentulip.com.br Central Reservation: (65) 3616-3500 Website: http://www.goldentulipcuiaba.com/en Daily values: Standard - SGL R $ 205,00 DBL R $ 250,00 (reservations 90 days in advance) Standard - SGL R $ 225,00 DBL R $ 275,00 (reservations made 60 days in advance) Standard - SGL R $ 250,00 DBL R $ 305,00 (reservations made 30 days in advance) Hotel Deville Prime Cuiabá Address: Avenida Isaac Póvoas, 1000 - Centro Norte, Cuiabá - MT, 78032-015 (65) 3319-3000 Website: https://www.deville.com.br/hotel/deville-primecuiaba/ Reservation central: Phone: (41) 3219-4017 valdomira@deville.com.br Daily values: Luxury - Single R $ 280,00 Double R $ 325,00 Executive Suite - Single R $ 425,00 Double R $ 425,00 Business Suite - Single R $ 475,00 Double R $ 475,00
Address: Av. André Antônio Maggi, 1980 - Alvorada, Cuiabá - MT, 78049-080 Website: http://delmondhotel.com.br/ Hotel Delmond Central Reservation: (65) 2121-3300 / (65) 99913-1481 - with Gleisa Moraes reservas@delmond.com.br Daily rates (until 08/10): Superior - Single R $ 237,60 Double R $ 291.60 Executive - Individual R $ 262,60 Double R $ 316.60 Luxury Suite - Single - R $ 357,60 Double R $ 411,60 Address: Av. Miguel Sutil, 2050 - Jardim Leblon, Cuiabá - MT, 78060-000 Website: http://www.holidaycuiaba.com.br/portal/ Holiday Inn Reservation central: Phone: (65) 3055-8500 E-mail: reservas@holidaycuiaba.com.br Daily values: Luxury - SGL R $ 194,00 DBL R $ 224,00 Recommendations Considering that the tropical humid climate prevails in October, it is necessary that some measures are taken for the health and well-being of the participants of the event. Our suggestions are: - Wear light clothing with fine fabric; - If possible, bring raincoats and umbrella; - Use repellent and sunscreen; - Drink plenty of water (minimum 2L per day).
Tourist information Chapada dos Guimarães: It is 70km from Cuiabá and has 32,000 hectares of protected land. There are trails, many waterfalls, caves and even place to stay. Considered by Unesco as a World Heritage Site, the National Park offers adventures and is a peaceful place for those who want to rest. Waterfall Véu de Noiva Lagoa Azul lake
Cave Aroe Jari Stone city Pantanal: One of the best ways to get to know the Pantanal is through the Transpantaneira dirt road, which cuts across the entire state of Mato Grosso, passing
through Poconé and reaching Mato Grosso do Sul. On this road you can find all the flora and fauna present in the Pantanal, being possible to be in some hotels during the course. Sunset in Rio Pixaim Simbols of Pantanal: tuiuiú birds
Local Fauna Nobre e Bom Jardim: Considered one of the best destinations for ecotourism in Brazil, its main attraction is the Aquarium Encantado, with six meters of depth and crystalline waters. In addition, it is possible to venture into the water-buoy, dive and visit waterfalls. Aquário Encantado
Boia-cross in Rio Quebó Waterfall Serra Azul Source: Site Pé na estrada More information Access the Programme, newsletters and logistical information in our Web page. The Events Team is available through eventos@grupocoimbra.org.br and telephone +55 61 3321-2330 / 61 98155-1769 (also available from WhatsApp).
We hope to see you in Cuiabá! Professor Rossana Valéria de Souza e Silva Executive director Group Coimbra of Brazilian Universities-GCUB General Coordinator of the X General Assembly and IX International Seminar E-mail: eventos@grupocoimbra.org.br Grupo Coi mbra de Universidades Brasileiras Campus Universitário Darcy Ribeiro, UnB Universidade de Brasília PMU Pavilhão Multiuso 1, Bloco C, Sala CT 04 /1, Asa Norte Caixa Postal 2393 CEP : 70.842-970 - Brasília/DF Brasil Telephone: + 55 (61) 3321-2330 Campus Universitário Darcy Ribeiro, UnB Universidade de Brasília PMU Pavilhão Multiuso 1, Bloco C, Sala CT 04 /1, Asa Norte Caixa Postal 2393 CEP : 70.842-970 - Brasília/DF Brasil