The "Saltos" trail along the Preto (Black) River is a famous natural attraction in the Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park. The landscape is spectacular and there are two falls of 120 m and 80 m height. The 5 km hike should take you almost two hours. Enjoy a refreshing bath in the Salto 80 lagoon and a natural whirlpool in Corredeiras.
Location - Duration
- Duration: 8 hour(s)
- Location: São Jorge
Itinerary
In the morning, hike 5 km to the Saltos Fall; enjoy a refreshing bath in the Salto 80 and the Corredeiras. After lunch, return to the pousada.
- Cancellations need to be made at least two weeks in advance.
Children Policy
- Children up to 12 years of age are not allowed.
Participant Guidelines
- Climate - Chapada has two well-defined seasons: the dry season is from April to October, while the rainy season is from October to May. Both seasons are beautiful in their individual ways.
- Trails - It is important to bring light clothes (t-shirts and trousers), bathing suits, canteen, comfortable walking shoes, backpack, sun block, hats or caps, repellents and camera. For rainy months, a good light rain-coat is necessary.
- Clothes - Besides those mentioned above, bring warm clothing for nights and light clothes for day.
- Money - In Alto Paraíso, you can withdraw money at Itaú (Mon to Fri from 9.00 am to 3.00 pm) and at the agencies of the Banco do Brasil (Mon to Fri from 9.00 am to 3.00 pm). In the village of São Jorge, there are no banks. There are no foreign currency exchanges either.
In Cavalcante, a few establishments accept credit card. The main supermarket takes VisaElectron and RedeShop. The banks of the city are: Banco do Brasil (Mon to Fri from 9.00 am to 12.00 pm - auto-assistance until 10.00 pm) and Banco Bradesco (Mon to Fri from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm - in the agency of the Post office). There are no foreign currency exchanges. Bring money, credit card and cash. Exchange your traveller's checks at the airport.
- Communication - Both Alto Paraíso and São Jorge provide good signals for cellular and local operators: Vivo, Claro and BrasilTelecom. Alto Paraíso also has cyber cafes. Cavalcante has good cell phone service (only Vivo). It has cyber cafes too.
Keeping in mind the safety concerns and satisfaction of clients, the routes will be changed according to the weather or due to unavoidable circumstances.
Other Disclosures
Get to know Cleyton Ogura from Sussuarana and his local partners, your local connection in Chapada dos Veadeiros. Sussuarana is a local incoming tour operator specialise in ecological and adventure tours formed by people who are passionate for the Nature. It will be a pleasure to show you the wonders of brazilian savannah: the unique biodiversity and the local experience with the community history and culture. Our operation is based on sustainability of our destination.
