At the top of Pai Inácio hill, the sunset embraces tourists who arrive in search of immersion in the nature of Chapada Diamantina.
The lush landscape gives a small idea of the size of the beauty that awaits travelers, with more than 38km², full of well-preserved vegetation, grandiose waterfalls, challenging trails, caves of impeccable beauty and charming cities.
One of the best destinations in Brazil for those looking for adventure and ecotourism, Chapada Diamantina has many attractions.
Chapada Diamantina has nature for all types of travellers, from those looking for very easy walks to those who want extreme adventure, it has beauty for everyone.
Located in the interior of the state of Bahia and which includes the Chapada Diamantina National Park, with excellent infrastructure to welcome tourists.
Let’s go on a trip towards Chapada Diamantina, it’s time to hit the road, and of course on the incredible trails.
Cities of Chapada Diamantina
Composed of 24 municipalities, however many do not offer interesting attractions in their territory.
We will put in this post the cities with sights for you to choose the best option.
Andaraí
Andaraí has a lot to offer, Pantanal Marimbus, Roncador River Pools, Três Barras and Cristal Waterfalls, Roncadeira Waterfalls, Três Barras II and Bocório Waterfalls, Bom Jardim Waterfalls, Herculano Waterfalls, Invernada Waterfalls, Gruta da Passion, Waterfall of Ramalho, Waterfall of Rocinha and Papiaca, Balneário Rio Paraguaçu and Gruta da Marota.
Summer bar
Climb Morro do Ouro, enjoy the Bom Jardim Waterfall, go to Santa Bárbara Hill, and enjoy the Paraguaçu Spring and the Rock Art Site.
Ibicoara
Buracão Waterfall, Fumacinha Waterfall, Véu da Noiva Waterfall, Licuri Waterfall and Rio Preto Waterfall.
Reach out
California Waterfall, Pombos Waterfall and Córrego do Meio, Cain Ramp and Brejo-Verruga Mine.
Iraquara
Gruta da Fumaça, Gruta da Pratinha and spa, Gruta da Lapa Doce and Gruta da Torrinha.
Obedience
Enchanted Well, Enchanted Waterfall and Lapa do Bode Cave.
Linen
Muritiba Municipal Park, Ribeirão do Meio, Mucugezinho River and Poço do Diabo, Marimbus, Serra das Paridas Archaeological Complex, Mixila Waterfall, Sossego Waterfall and Mosquito Waterfall.
Morro do Chapeu
Ferro Doido Waterfall, Cave of Brejões and Hole of Possidônio.
Mucuge
Mucugê Municipal Park, Sea of Spain and Siberia Waterfall, Cardoso Waterfall, Funis Waterfall, Andorinhas Waterfall and Sete Quedas Canyon, Matinha Waterfall, Pedras Stream and Fumacinha Waterfall above.
New Redemption
blue well
palm trees
Morro do Pai Inácio, Campos de São João and Conceição dos Gatos
Piatã
Coxó Waterfall, Patrício Waterfall, Serra da Santana, Serra da Tromba, Trekking Morro do Navio, Serra do Gentio, Morro da Mutuca, Travessia Piatã to Catolés.
Rio de Contas
Cachoeira and Poço Preto, Poço das Andorinhas, Rio de Águas Sujas and Poço do Melado, Cachoeira da Lavra Velha, Estrada Real and Cachoeira do Fraga.
Ruy Barbosa
Recanto da Chapada, Serra do Orobó Trail, Serra do Orobó Crossing,
Capão Valley – Chapada Diamantina
Waterfall of Fumaça, Waterfall of Riachinho, Waterfall of Angélica and Purification, Waterfall of Rio Preto and Rodas, Águas Claras and Poço do Gavião.
When to go to Chapada Diamantina
It is a destination to be visited throughout the year, but there are better times for each type of activity and also the issue of high and low season.
The climate in Chapada Diamantina is basically divided into two seasons: the rainy season, from November to April, and the dry season, from May to September.
Rainy season in Chapada Diamantina
It’s when the temperature rises along with the rains, but nothing that significant. The tours happen normally, but it is necessary to pay attention to some details.
Advantage
The waterfalls are more flowing and beautiful and the water temperature is more pleasant. The vegetation becomes greener and more beautiful.
Disadvantage
The trails become more slippery and dangerous in some sections and there is a risk of waterspouts.
Dry season in Chapada Diamantina
That’s when the temperature drops a little and the rains are more scarce. It’s the best time to do the long trails with less intense heat and no rain.
Advantage
Long trails in the sun are more pleasant and with little chance of rain.
Disadvantage
Waterfalls will have less water and bathing in rivers and waterfalls will be colder.
High season in Chapada Diamantina
The high season is the school vacation period, which includes the month of July, the end of December, January and February, in addition to extended holidays.
What is different about these times is that the number of tourists increases and, consequently, also the value of accommodation rates.
How many days to stay in Chapada Diamantina
Chapada Diamantina has a lot to do and if you want to stay 30 days, there is no shortage of attractions. To get an idea, only the complete Pati Valley trail takes 5 days.
But of course, you can choose just a few of the main attractions in 2 days, for example. It all depends on your available time and availability.
Some of the main attractions are reached with a short walk, such as Morro do Pai Inácio, but others are farther away, such as Cachoeira da Fumaça, with a 12 km trail there and back.
Chapada Diamantina is immense, come and discover this place and enjoy this beautiful paradise!
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