Cavalcante and Alto Paraíso
Imersão Chapada
6 days · 5 nightsModerate
R$3,636 via Pix · or 5x R$571 + down payment
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6 days and 5 nightsModerate · 32 km in 4 daysCavalcante and Alto Paraíso
This tour was designed to cover the main and most visited attractions of Chapada dos Veadeiros. Ideal for those coming here for the first time who want to see the wonders of Alto Paraíso and Cavalcante.
Per person, paid in full via PixR$3,585or a down payment of R$1,076 + 5x R$568
- 6 days and 5 nights
- 32 km in 4 days
- 4x4 transport included
- 5 nights of lodging
Overview
On the first days, the tours are day trips: we leave after breakfast and return to the guesthouse in the afternoon.
Then on to Cavalcante, now in “expedition” format: we stay close to the attractions to make the most of the crystal-clear rivers and waterfalls, with less wear from driving on dirt roads. (Lodging 10 to 30 km from the attractions.)
Day by day
Six days, one at a time
Day 1:
Arrival in Alto Paraíso
See day 1- Pick-up at the airport (recommended arrival time by 11:00).
- Transfer from Brasília to Brasília in a private car.
- Arrival in Alto Paraíso around 15:00; we will check the time available to see whether we can visit an attraction on this first day (not included)
- Check-in at the chosen guesthouse.
- Free evening
Day 2:
Vale da Lua and Mirante da Janela
8 km · moderate/challengingSee day 2- After breakfast, we will drive 28 km along the GO 239 towards the village of São Jorge, to the entrance of Vale da Lua.
- In the morning, we will visit Vale da Lua: an attraction with a unique and special geology, with a viewpoint over the wonderful valley of the São Miguel River. We will have access to three swimming spots and many beautiful places for photos and videos.
- For safety reasons, if it rains it will not be possible to enter the swimming spots; the tour will be for sightseeing and photos only.
- At the end of the morning, we will head to the village of São Jorge to take in the Mirante da Janela.
- At the viewpoint, we will reach a waterfall (Cachoeira do Abismo) that only forms in the rainy season, and the natural monument (Mirante da Janela) overlooking the Garimpão falls in the National Park: this attraction is an open-air museum of old mining, with several viewpoints and amazing landscapes.
- A total of 8 km of trail at a moderate/challenging level; we recommend bringing 1,5 L of water per person.
- If you wish, we offer sunset and sunrise tours at this attraction. (Ask for price and availability)
- After the tour, we stop in the village of São Jorge for a late lunch (not included)
- Expected return time to Alto Paraíso: 18:00. Free evening.
Day 3:
Santa Bárbara and Capivara waterfalls
3.5 km · easy/moderate4 km · moderateSee day 3- After breakfast we will drive 90 km on paved road to Cavalcante and another 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 itself (included)
- Free evening.
Day 4:
Complexo do Prata (Upper Section)
7 km · moderateSee day 4- 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 5:
Complexo do Canjica and Águas Lindas
9 kmSee day 5- After breakfast, we will drive 10 km on a dirt road to the entrance of Complexo do Canjica and Águas Lindas (the same entrance)
- We will visit the wonderful Águas Lindas River: a paradise-like setting with crystal-clear pools. The whole stream impresses with its mix of turquoise-blue and emerald-green tones. The trail winds between rock walls with beautiful natural totems until it reaches the famous infinity edge, with a surreal view of the green horizon of the Sertão.
- 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.
- Total trail in the Complex: a 9 km circuit, with strategic stops for snacks.
- After the tour, we will head to Cavalcante, check-in at the guesthouse.
- Free evening
Day 6:
Return to Brasília
See day 6- After breakfast, check-out from the guesthouse
- Transfer in a private vehicle from Cavalcante to Brasília, expected arrival at 13:30
- We recommend booking your return flight after 15:00
- End of our services.
Tour photos
Expedition photos
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Lodging
Where you sleep
Lodging and meals will be provided by native partners. A way to connect with the local community, strengthening community-based tourism and bringing income to the most isolated communities of Chapada dos Veadeiros.
- 2 nights of lodging close to the attraction (breakfast and late lunch included)
- 2 nights of lodging in Alto Paraíso (breakfast included)
- 1 night of lodging in Cavalcante (breakfast included)
Pousada Aruana (Cavalcante) · Canto dos Pássaros (Alto Paraíso) · Recanto dos Morros - Comunidade dos Morros (Close to the attraction)
Map of the region
© OpenStreetMapOn the map
Cavalcante and Alto Paraíso
The places on this tour that are on the map: Cavalcante, Alto Paraíso de Goiás, São Jorge, Engenho II (Kalunga), Cachoeira Santa Bárbara, Cachoeira da Capivara, Vale da Lua, Cachoeira do Abismo, and Mirante da Janela.
See the region on the mapWhat is included
Includes
- Pick-up in Brasília and transfer to Alto Paraíso
- Ground transport to the attractions in a 4x4 vehicle.
- Experienced guides, accredited by local associations of Chapada dos Veadeiros
- Entrance fees to the attractions
- Trail insurance
- 2 nights of lodging close to the attraction (breakfast and late lunch included)
- 2 nights of lodging in Alto Paraíso (breakfast included)
- 1 night 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
- A total of 8 km of trail at a moderate/challenging level; we recommend bringing 1,5 L of water per person.
- 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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