The tour starts at the Lapa Doce Cave, one of the largest caves in Chapada Diamantina, with beautiful rock formations. Next comes a viewing visit to the Gruta Azul (Blue Cave), famous for the sunlight reflecting on its crystal-clear water. Then a stop at the Pratinha Cave, where you can swim in the clear water of the river that runs through the cave. To end the day, a climb up Morro do Pai Inácio, one of the region's postcard sights, with an incredible panoramic view.
What the day is like
The tour
Day 1: Caves with Morro do Pai Inácio
We begin our journey at the Lapa Doce Cave, in the municipality of Iraquara, the city of caves. Full of speleological formations, the cave impresses with its size. It is 42 km long, but not all of it is open to visitors; some areas are reserved for researchers only.
We continue to the Pratinha Cave, where you swim in the crystal-clear Pratinha River. Pratinha also offers extra activities (paid separately) such as snorkeling inside the cave, zip line, kayak and pedal boat. Still in the Pratinha complex, we visit the Gruta Azul (Blue Cave), with crystal-clear water and an intense blue reflection, where swimming is forbidden and only viewing is allowed.
Finally, we'll visit Morro do Pai Inácio, at 1,150 meters of altitude, to take in the panoramic view of Chapada Diamantina. This spot is known as the postcard of Chapada Diamantina, because it sums up all the beauty of this natural paradise. We'll return at nightfall.
Moderate- Departure
- 08:00
- Return
- 17:00
- Driving distance
- 128.3 km
- Walking
- 7.4 km
What's included
- Transportation
- Guide
- Travel insurance
- Briefing
Tip
Bring swimwear, a towel, water and a jacket, since it gets chilly at the top of Morro do Pai Inácio.
Not included
- Meals
- Drinks
- Extras