Departing from Alto Paraíso
Quartzo
5 days · 4 nightsModerate
R$2,786 via Pix · or 5x R$437 + down payment
Veadeiros I
5 days and 4 nightsModerate · 20 km in 5 daysDeparting from Alto Paraíso
This tour covers the main attractions of Alto Paraíso and São Jorge, including one day of touring in Cavalcante. Highly recommended for those who want easy/moderate trails, have only a few days in the Chapada and want to make the most of them.
Per person, paid in full via PixR$2,750or a down payment of R$825 + 5x R$435
- 5 days and 4 nights
- 20 km in 5 days
- 4x4 transport included
Overview
The tours are day trips: we leave in the morning and return at the end of the tour to the same guesthouse and base town (Alto Paraíso).
During the tours, we will make strategic stops at the Chapada's postcard sights: Paralelo 14, Jardim de Maytrea and Mirante da Nova Aurora.
After a blessed day on the trail, we will stop for a late lunch at local restaurants that value traditional food, enriching your experience (not included)
Day by day
Five 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.
- 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 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.
- Expected return to Alto Paraíso: 17:30
- Free evening.
Day 3:
Vale da Lua and Cachoeira do Segredo
600 m · easySee day 3- After breakfast, we will drive 28 km on paved road along the GO 239 towards the village of São Jorge.
- In the morning, we will go to Vale da Lua, a trail of only 600 m to reach the natural pools of the São Miguel River. (Easy trail) A lush place with a unique geology in Chapada dos Veadeiros: rocks that look like lunar craters, and swimming holes with circular patterns, true natural bathtubs.
- In the afternoon, we will head to Cachoeira do Segredo and visit 3 swimming spots: 2 pools of clear greenish water and the 120 m tall waterfall, a true natural monument.
- We recommend bringing snacks for the day; after the tour, we will head to the village of São Jorge for lunch at a local restaurant.
- Expected return time to Alto Paraíso: 17:00.
- Free evening.
Day 4:
Catarata dos Couros
5 km · moderateSee day 4- After breakfast, we will drive 15 km on paved road and 30 km on a dirt road to the entrance of the attraction.
- We will visit the Couros River: wonderful and spacious, with many swimming spots and breathtaking landscapes.
- We will stop at 6 swimming spots among waterfalls and pools. A total of 5 km of trail at a moderate level, with some steeper climbs and descents.
- It is possible to visit the beautiful Couros viewpoint. This adds 2 km of trail at an advanced level.
- After the tour, we will have lunch at the restaurant near the attraction: a delicious traditional Goiás lunch (included)
- Expected return time to Alto Paraíso: 16:30
- Free evening
Day 5:
Return to Brasília
See day 5- After breakfast, check-out from the guesthouse; we will check the availability of a morning tour (price not included).
- Transfer in a private vehicle from Alto Paraíso to Brasília, time to be arranged.
- We recommend booking your return flight after 15:00
- End of our services.
- Come back soon.
Tour photos
Expedition photos
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Map of the region
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Departing from 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, Catarata dos Couros, and Cachoeira do Segredo.
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
Not included
- Food during the tours
- Extra expenses and drinks
- Personal hiking gear
- Lodging in the base town
What to bring
- Personal hiking gear
- We recommend bringing snacks for the day; after the tour, we will head to the village of São Jorge for lunch at a local restaurant.
- 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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