The Vale do Pati is Brazil's most famous trek, offering complete immersion in the nature of Chapada Diamantina. With 3 or 5 days of hiking, you can explore waterfalls, rivers, lookouts and historic villages, experience the local culture and stay in local residents' homes.
Day by day
The itinerary, day by day
Day 1: Pati Lookout and Gerais do Rio Preto
Departure from Lençóis at 6:00 for Guiné, where we start the trek. Hike through the Gerais do Rio Preto, with a river crossing, a swim and a visit to the Pati Lookout and the Igrejinha (little church). After the picnic, we head to a local residents' home for dinner and the night.
High- Walking
- 12 km
- Length
- 12 h
Day 2: Morro do Castelo and Funil Waterfall
After breakfast, we climb Morro do Castelo, passing its famous cave and lookouts, with one of the most impressive views of the Vale do Pati. On the way down, we'll swim and rest at the Funil Waterfall before returning to the local residents' home.
High- Walking
- 12 km
- Length
- 12 h
Day 3: Cachoeirão from Above
One of the most memorable days of the trek. We'll walk along the valley's cliffs to Cachoeirão from Above, one of the most famous sights in Chapada Diamantina. In the rainy season, you can see many waterfalls. Return to the local residents' home for dinner and the night.
High- Walking
- 20 km
- Length
- 12 h
Day 4: Poço da Árvore and Lower Pati
Hike from the upper part down to Lower Pati, through beautiful landscapes and past Poço da Árvore, where we'll have a refreshing swim. Along the way, we'll enjoy the view of Morro do Castelo head-on, then continue to the local residents' home.
Moderate- Walking
- 10 km
- Length
- 10 h
Day 5: Império Climb and the Old Royal Road
Last day of the trek, along the traditional Império Climb and the old route used to carry out the coffee grown in the Vale do Pati. After reaching the top, we continue to Andaraí, where we board the vehicle back to Lençóis. Stop at the traditional Sorveteria Apolo to taste local ice cream.
Moderate- Walking
- 12 km
- Length
- 10 h
What's included
The trek requires good fitness, with uphill and downhill stretches, sun exposure, uneven terrain and long hours of walking.
- Transfers
- Simple lodging in local residents' homes
- Meals: breakfast, packed lunch and dinner