3 days Trekking in Chapada Diamantina National Park
Join local guide Caiuá on this 3-day amazing trek in the Chapada Diamantina National Park discovering the breathtaking and exuberant nature of Brazil, in the state of Bahia.
Private
3 Days
All year
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Disconnect from the world for 3 days and immerse yourself in nature
- Discover the fascinating Pati Valley, an ecological sanctuary
- Trekking along mountais formed billons years ago
Description
Disconnect yourself from the world and reconnect with yourself and the exuberant nature with this 3-day trek in the Chapada Diamantina National Park in Brazil, an experience you will never forget in your life.
Surrounded by tabletop mountains and high waterfalls, the Chapada Diamantina region is part of a national park in the state of Bahia. This is an area of 1 521.41 km², so those who have just a few days available need to choose well where to go.
The Pati Valley trail is considered by many as the third most beautiful in the world, along with the Inca Trail and the Camino de Santiago. It is a complete hiking experience, characterized by hiking in extensive flat areas, but also with some moments of steep ascents and descents and passages by river beds.
Those who follow this trail say that, in addition to being stunning, it provides moments of reflection and self-knowledge. What makes the Pati Valley trekking a unique experience is spending almost a week in a secluded spot where cars do not arrive and there is no cell or internet signal.
If you want to discover this unique place in Brasil and enjoy a very special experience, just contact me and book your place! Come join me for a trek of a lifetime!
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Transportation start and back
- Permit and entrance fees
- Snacks
Price details
- INCLUDED:
- An English/French speaking local experienced guide
- Accommodations : 2 nights in refuge
- (natives house) as noted in the itinerary
- Meals: lunch first day till lunch last day. As noted in the daily itinerary
- All group entrance fees, activities
- Transport to start/end of the trekking
- NOT INCLUDED:
- Accommodation at Capão or Palmeiras ;
- Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day;
- Drinks or anything else sold during the activity;
- International airfare, any airport taxes, or excess baggage charges;
- Optional tips to your lead adventure guides;
- Personal expenses such as medical immunizations, phone calls, laundry, or souvenirs;
- Airport transfers if arriving outside of the group transfer;
- Optional travel insurance;
Itinerary
Day 1: Guiné + Highlands + Pati Valley + Waterfall
Departure by car. We are going to have breakfast on the way (not included). Car goes from Capáo or Palmeiras to Guiné, where we start trekking. First part, steep way up to the Mountain Aleixo to get in the top of Gerais do Rio Preto, a vast highlands. Where we are crossing Rio Preto river and the circuit follows the path of muleteers which offers a spectacular view of all the massifs of Pati, one of the most isolated areas of the Natural Park. Endemic rock vegetation, carnivorous plants, highland and immortal orchids. Some raptor couples “Gavião de Serra” frequent these heights. Getting down the Valley and passing through the waterfall and having a fresh swim, arriving at the Natives guest house in the end of the day.
Accommodation: homestay, no electricity, rustic rooms with beds, towels and sheets. Food prepared by a local cook.
489m elevation difference/ 8km walk
Day 2: Mountain Lapinha (Castle)
Today we hike to the top of Lapinha mountain, a very steep way up inside a beautiful forest, we will cross a cave with flash light, to see the view of the entire Pati Valley. Contemplate the view at 1.400m from the see level surrounded by esplendid natural formations. Going back to refuge to have a delicious home made dinner.
732m elevation difference / 8km walk
Day 3: Pati Valley + Canyon Cachoeirão + Guiné
Say goodbye to the valley, we are going to the impressive top of Cachoeirão, a canyon of almost 300m with some waterfalls around, in times of rain it gets around 20 to 30 waterfalls. After having lunch in this stunning ambiance, we leave for Guiné, where we get to the car. The tour will be finished around 18h in Palmeiras. Tour can be finished in Palmeiras or Vale do Capão.
600m elevation difference/ 17km walk
Details
More info
Better arrive one day before trekking, the night on the bus from Salvador to Palmeiras could be exausted to go direct on Trekking. Lunch - fruits, sandwich and snack during Trekking will be provided by the guide, you do not need to bring food for during the day. Any extra bag or things you do not need for Trekking, can be kept safe until we finish Trekking. Extra tip: You can arrive one day before trekking, early in the morning in Vale do Capão, and Hikke to Cachoeira da Fumaça, the high Fall in Brazil with 380m, with a stunning view of the valley and the canyon or just go to a swim with sunset in Riachinho waterfall near by Vale do Capão center.
Meeting point
Equipment you will need to bring
Water bottle
Backpack
Sunglasses
* Backpack from 30L to 40L * Trekking boots or appropriate shoes * 1.5l water bottle or Camelbak * Sweatshirt and pants for the night, as it can get cold at night in the Pati Valley * Bermuda / shorts * T-shirts 1 UV-protected t-shirt (optional) * 1 pair of sandals/slippers * At least 2 pairs of socks * Swimwear * Headlamp * Hat / Cap for protection Sun * Sunscreen * Waterproof jacket (it's also raining in Bahia) * individual pharmacy
FAQs
What is the average distance and altitude gain that we will hike each day?
Around 12km to 15km.
What experience do I need to have? How fit do I need to be? Is this program suitable for children or older people?
In a escale of 5...
It is a 2.5 moderate
How can I get to the trailhead/meeting point?
We meet at your Pousada
What happens in the event of bad weather?
There is no bad wheather, if we have equipment. For the rain and exposure in the sun.
What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?
About the guide
Caiuá
5.0
(3)
Trekking Guide
Languages
Portuguese | French | English
What people are saying about this trip
Elisa
Super guide! Il parle français, anglais et portugais, il est originaire de la région et connaît très bien la Chapada! Il nous a fait découvrir de merveilleux endroits! Ouvert, amical, et accessible assez tôt dans l’organisation du trek. Il nous a partagé sa connaissance de la vallée et du Brésil en général ! Nous le recommandons les yeux fermés. Best guide ! Caiua speak French, English and Portuguese, he is native from the valley and has a good knowledge of the Chapada ! He made us discover wonderful places ! Open, friendly and helpful even before the trek. He shared with us his knowledge of the valley and even of Brazil ! We recommend Caiua.
Xhenis
We had a great time with Caiuá! We were well informed before the trekking, he was flexibel (we had to cancel one day last minute, which was no problem) and as a guide he is the best you can get. He speaks perfectly english, knows the national park like his backyard and explains interesting facts during the hikes! I strongly recommend !
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