Trekking: Chapada Diamantina

Day 1 SALVADOR – LENCOIS

At 6.00 am, pick-up at your hotel in Salvador and transfer to the bus station for the 6 hour bus travel to Lencois. On arrival, walk to the hotel (200 metres from the bus stop). Afternoon free to explore a bit of this cosy little town.

Day 2 PAI INACIO – CAPAO TREK (B)

We will start our trek in the Tres Irmaos (Three Brothers, in English) Mountains, where we’ll head for the magnificent Morrao. Hundreds of years ago gold miners used to walk this trail to transport their merchandise by donkey carts. Duration of the trek: about 8 hours including several stops en-route for refreshing swims in small streams and rivers, such as the Rio das Aguas Claras. Overnight in Capão.

Day 3 SMOKY WATERFALL – RIACHINHO TREK (B)

Apart from the exhuberant flora and fauna, this 6 km trek which separates the Capão da Cachoeira from the Capão da Fumaça, offers stunning views of the Capão Valley; We will go as high as 1490 m above sea level, from where we’ll be able to see the 380 m (more than 1000 feet) free fall of the Smoky Waterfall. Before the water flow touches the ground, it is sprayed by the wind, giving it the name Fumaça or Smoky Waterfall. We’ll be able to go for a swim near the Riachinho Waterfall. Overnight in Capão.

Day 4 PATI VALLEY TREK (B – L – D)

Start of the Pati Valley trek – After breakfast we’ll head for Bomba, from where we’ll start our trek to the Pati Valley. During the trek we’ll be able to enjoy lovely views of the mountains, Ancorado River and Black River, offering incredible views of the mountain vegetation (such as bromelia flowers) and scenery. On arrival we’ll be met by Mr. Joia or Mrs. Raquel, two natives of the region. They’ll prepare dinner for us and will accommodate us for the night in their home.

Day 5 FUNIL WATERFALL / MORRO CASTELO (B – L – D)

After a hearty breakfast at Mr. Wilson’s, we’ll start our trek at a forest until we reach the Funil Waterfall, where we’ll be able to relax and have a swim. Following we’ll continue our trek to Morro do Castelo, from where we’ll enjoy some stunning views of the Pati Valley. We’ll overnight one more night at Mr. Joia’s or Mrs. Raquel’s.

Day 6 PATI VALLEY / CACHOEIRAO VALLEY / GUINE / LENCOIS (B)

Today our destination will be the Cachoeirão Valley. We’ll follow a trail constructed by the people of the region and we’ll be able to enjoy the various types of vegetation. Once in the Cachoeirão Mountains we can go for a swim and enjoy the view of the Pati River. Following we’ll continue to Guiné and we’ll pass the Black River. On the way we’ll enjoy the great views the Pati Valley offers us. At the end of the trek, we’ll be able to enjoy the magnificent views of the Chapada Diamantina, from where we’ll take the car back to Lençois.

Day 7 LENCOIS – SALVADOR (B)

Breakfast will be served at your accommodation. At the informed time, walk back to the bus station for the bus ride back to Salvador. On arrival, transfer to Salvador’s airport or a hotel. Extension programs can be arranged by Latino Holidays.

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Food Code = (B) – Breakfast, (L) – Lunch, (D) – Dinner.

LHIDCHA005 *Please note: prices based on twin share, per person, low season, basic accommodation. Optional tours not included and are at extra cost. The itinerary & pricing can change at any time due to availability & of activities. Please check our website for full terms and conditions*

More information on Brazil:

Brazil – with the country’s name, one associates endless Amazon jungle, wonderful beaches, Rio de Janeiro, carnival and samba. This is all correct but in reality: Brazil is much more than a country of the superlatives!

Brazil, a country of immense proportions and contrasts, is a mysterious attraction for many people – The country, alone, is almost the size of Europe and covers half of the South American continent. The climate changes from the permanent warm, tropic north over all sub tropic variants to the moderate South. Since the 16th century – when the Portuguese began to settle in the country – Brazil has always had a magic attraction for foreigners. First there was the gold and then rubber and coffee, and today it is above all the rhythm and the exotic that attracts tourists. The Brazilian people show a lot of happiness, kindness and spontaneity. The largest country in South America is a mirror of fascinating pictures.

More information about Chapada Diamantina:

A landscape of mesas, rock formations above-ground, a system of quartzite caves with crystal clear lakes and underground rivers located in the Northeast of Brazil is called Chapada Diamantina.

At the beginning of the 19th century, explorers discovered a huge vein of diamonds in a region of unusual rock formations, tablelands, subterranean rivers, waterfalls, and mountains. When the word about the diamonds spread around, prospectors called “garimpeiros” rushed to the region and formed the town of Lencois as a base for explorations in the area that is know as Chapada Diamantina!

Important information about your activity:

Any excess luggage will need to be stored in your hotel or at the local agency office.

It’s recommended to bring for the trek a light backpack with your personal items to use during the 5 days, but pack light as you will be the one carrying your luggage during the travel. It’s recommended that you pack the following items:

• Swimwear
• Light clothes
• Strong and slip resistant shoes or boots
• Raincoat
• Sunscreen Lotion
• Insect repellent
• Camera
• Water bottle

More information on visa requirements:

Australians are required to pre-arrange a visa. Visa normally will give you the right to spend 90 days in the country.

For more information, visit: http://camberra.itamaraty.gov.br/en-us/tourist_visa.xml