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Chapada Diamantina

Vale do Pati Crossing — 3 Days in the Heart of Chapada

Considered one of the best treks in Brazil: three days between viewpoints, caves and waterfalls, with overnight stays in family homes within the valley.

Duration
3 days / 2 nights · Departure at 6am from Lençóis (day 1) · Return around 7pm (day 3)
Format
Format upon request
Guide
Portuguese and English
Investment
On request
Trail picnic set up on a towel with the silhouette of Morro do Pai Inácio, on Vale do Pati

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Overview

Isolated in the heart of Parque Nacional da Chapada Diamantina, Vale do Pati is often described as one of the most beautiful treks in Brazil — a valley of centuries-old farms, high-altitude caves and waterfalls that only reveal themselves to those willing to hike to them. Unlike the world-famous large crossings, groups here are small and trail days rarely come across other visitors — a real immersion in nature, not a queue of hikers. This 3-day and 2-night crossing passes through the main points of the valley, with overnight stays in native houses that preserve the routine of the old Pati families.

The experience

The crossing starts at 6am at Lençóis, with a two-hour transfer to the town of Guiné. From there, a three-hour trail leads to the traditional Mirante da Rampa, followed by an additional walk to the Funis, Altina and Bananeiras waterfalls, arriving at the accommodation in the late afternoon. On the second day, the climb to Morro do Castelo — the most challenging section of the crossing — leads to Gruta da Lapinha, one of the highest and rarest caves in Brazil, with stops at two viewpoints along the way. On the third and final day, the trail to Mirante do Cachoeirão reveals a 280-meter drop that, during the rainy season, multiplies into up to 16 waterfalls visible at the same time — one of the most impressive scenes on Chapada. After a picnic lunch in the fields of Rio Preto, the descent through the Aleixos ends the crossing, returning by car to Lençóis at dusk.

Destaques

  • 3-day crossing of one of the most celebrated treks in Brazil
  • Overnight in native family homes within Vale do Pati itself
  • Visit to Gruta da Lapinha, one of the highest altitude caves in the country
  • View from Mirante do Cachoeirão, with up to 16 waterfalls visible during the rainy season
  • Accredited mountain guide, with satellite tracker and first aid kit
  • Meals included: breakfast, dinner and picnic lunches during the trail
  • Small groups, no lines or crowds — trail days that rarely come across other visitors

Activity recommended for people over 18 years of age, with good physical fitness for steep climbs and descents and river crossings (minors only accompanied by a legal guardian). Book your crossing through Vale do Pati and experience three days on one of the most authentic and award-winning treks in Brazil.

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