Departing from Cavalcante
Expedição Cristalina
5 days · 4 nightsModerate
R$3,100 via Pix · or 5x R$490 + down payment
Imersão Cavalcante
7 days and 6 nightsModerate · 37.6 km in 5 daysDeparting from Cavalcante
An immersive 7-day experience in Chapada dos Veadeiros and its surroundings. A visit to the most beautiful rivers and waterfalls of the region, with overnight stays and meals close to the attractions, in well-equipped rural lodgings, with wonderful traditional food from native partners, the true guardians of traditional knowledge.
Per person, paid in full via PixR$4,733or a down payment of R$1,419 + 5x R$748
- 7 days and 6 nights
- 37.6 km in 5 days
- Transfer from Brasília and 4x4 included
- 6 nights of lodging
Overview
In this format, we make the most of our time at the waterfalls and spend less time on dirt roads. We also prioritize well-being and connection with the local community, and strengthen community-based tourism, bringing income to the most isolated communities of the Chapada, which have held on for years, planting and harvesting their own food and keeping the cerrado standing.
Day by day
Seven days, one at a time
Day 1:
Arrival in Cavalcante
See day 1- Pick-up at the airport (recommended arrival time by 11:00).
- Transfer from Brasília to Cavalcante in a private car.
- Stop in Alto Paraíso for lunch or a snack.
- Check-in at the chosen guesthouse
- Free evening.
Day 2:
Santa Bárbara and Capivara
3.5 km · easy/moderate4 km · moderateSee day 2- After breakfast we will drive 30 km on a dirt road to the Engenho 2 community: the largest quilombo in Latin America.
- In the morning, we will visit Santa Bárbara, with beautiful crystal-clear turquoise-blue pools, an amazing and preserved sanctuary.
- A total of 3.5 km of trail at an easy/moderate level (an ideal outing for the whole family).
- In the afternoon, we will head to the Capivara waterfall, which has a beautiful drop and emerald-green heart-shaped pools.
- A total of 4 km of trail at a moderate level (with some climbs).
- After the tour, we will have lunch at the Kalunga restaurants: traditional wood-fired cooking, an amazing and unique food experience in Chapada dos Veadeiros.
- Lodging in the community.
- Free evening.
Day 3:
Cachoeira do Guardião
6 km · moderateSee day 3- After breakfast we will drive 5 km on a dirt road to the entrance of the attraction
- We will set out with a native guide from the Vão do Moleque community on a 6 km trail of moderate level to reach the Guardião waterfall.
- It will be 4 km along the riverbed, visiting several turquoise-blue pools and a beautiful landscape of preserved cerrado.
- After the tour we will stay in the homes of the Kalunga people and learn more about the ancestral way of life that has kept the Afro-descendant people in Chapada dos Veadeiros for more than 200 years.
- Lodging and dinner (included)
- Free evening
Day 4:
Complexo do Canjica and Águas Lindas
9 kmSee day 4- After breakfast, we will drive 10 km on a dirt road to the entrance of Complexo do Canjica.
- We will visit the enchanting Águas Lindas River: the true paradise oasis of the Cerrado. The whole stream impresses with its mix of blue and green tones, heightened by the sunlight, making the scenery paradise-like. The trail to the famous infinity edge, with a view over the Sertão, is surreal, winding between rock walls and beautiful natural totems.
- To end the tour on a high note, we head to the monumental Cachoeira do Canjica, 35 m tall. A waterfall covered in moss and rainbows, with a charming cave beside it.
- The whole circuit of the Complex has 9 km of trail, with strategic stops for snacks.
Day 5:
Complexo do Prata (Upper Section)
7 km · moderateSee day 5- After breakfast, we will drive 30 km on a dirt road to the entrance of Complexo do Prata.
- We will visit 6 attractions among pools and waterfalls of healing waters in many shades of jade and emerald, and several wonderful natural pools, until we reach the Passador waterfall, 3.5 km from the entrance, for a total of 7 km of trail at a moderate level
- Many impressive cerrado landscapes: lush and biodiverse flora, a stunning viewpoint: an enchanting, paradise-like setting.
- Expected return to the rural lodging at 17:00.
- Late lunch (included)
- Free evening
Day 6:
Complexo Boqueirão
300 mSee day 6- After a delicious breakfast, we drive 30 km on a dirt road towards the São José community.
- Once at the attraction, we will walk a trail of only 300 m to the 3 swimming spots.
- They are a sequence of crystal-clear pools and natural swimming holes. Excellent for diving and swimming, plus a natural water slide that makes for a unique experience. The cyan and turquoise waters, contrasting with the pinkish rocks, create a stunning setting.
- The attraction is suitable for all ages.
- After the tour, a tasty lunch is served at the attraction itself, lovingly made by Dona Valmira.
- Expected return time to Cavalcante: 17:30.
- Check-in at the chosen guesthouse.
- Free evening
Day 7:
Return to Brasília
See day 7- After breakfast, check-out from the guesthouse
- Transfer in a private vehicle from Cavalcante to Brasília, expected arrival at 14:00
- We recommend booking your return flight after 16:00
- End of our services.
Tour photos
Expedition photos
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Lodging
Where you sleep
- 4 nights in rural lodging (close to the attractions)
- 2 nights of lodging in Cavalcante (breakfast included)
Pousada Aruana (Cavalcante) · Recanto dos Morros - Comunidade dos Morros (Close to the attraction)
Map of the region
© OpenStreetMapOn the map
Departing from Cavalcante
The places on this tour that are on the map: Cavalcante, Alto Paraíso de Goiás, Engenho II (Kalunga), Vão do Moleque (Kalunga), Cachoeira Santa Bárbara, and Cachoeira da Capivara.
See the region on the mapWhat is included
Includes
- Transfer Brasília/Cavalcante and Cavalcante/Brasília
- Ground transport to the attractions in a 4x4 vehicle.
- 4 nights in rural lodging (close to the attractions)
- 4 breakfasts and 2 late lunch-dinners (rural lodging)
- Experienced guides, accredited by local associations of Chapada dos Veadeiros
- Entrance fees to the attractions
- Trail insurance
- 2 nights of lodging in Cavalcante (breakfast included)
Not included
- Food during the tours
- Extra expenses and drinks
- Personal hiking gear
What to bring
- Personal hiking gear
- We recommend that each participant bring easily digestible extra food for the tours.
- In the rainy season, from late October to early May (bring a raincoat and dry clothes to leave in the car).
Cancellation policy
- From the booking confirmation date up to 20 days before the trip, the full amount paid is refunded;
- From 19 to 15 days before the trip, 50% of the total amount paid will be refunded;
- From 15 to 10 days before the trip, 20% of the total amount paid will be refunded;
- From the 9th day before the trip, it is considered a no-show, meaning no amount paid will be refunded.
- You can cancel or change the date of your trip at least 20 days in advance at no cost, according to the rule above.
- IMPORTANT! Your place will be reserved, and not showing up on the scheduled date means the company cannot serve another passenger; therefore, it does not entitle you to go on another date.
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