Day 1 – Sunday – Origin / Belo Horizonte – Serra do Cipó – Lapinha Cave
Arrival in the morning at Confins Airport, single transfer in at 10:00 a.m. to Serra do Cipó (75 km – 90 minutes). On the way to Serra do Cipó, we will visit the impressive Lapinha Cave and the Peter Lund Museum, where we will learn about the studies of the “Father of Brazilian Paleontology” and his contribution to the Theory of Evolution of Species, in addition to admiring the beautiful speleothems. Lunch break at Coqueiros Restaurant and check-in at Espaço Vilarejo Inn.
Day 2 – Monday – Serra do Cipó – Zareia Swimming Area – Cachoeira Grande
Day dedicated to visiting the main natural attraction of the region. On a short walk along the Cipó River, we will be able to swim in its clear waters at Cachoeira do Tomé, Poço da Chica, Lageado, and the impressive Cachoeira Grande. Easy level, total distance of 2 km and duration of 4 hours. Return for lunch in the village center and free afternoon to enjoy the inn’s swimming pool.
Day 3 – Tuesday – Serra do Cipó – Cachoeira da Caverna and Serra Morena Waterfalls
Transfer to the upper part of the mountains, where we will visit two private swimming areas with short walks and several bathing options. First, Cachoeira da Caverna, where we will walk 700 meters and enjoy swimming in the Parauninha River, Pocinho Esmeralda, the pool below the waterfall, and the pool above the waterfall. Then, at Serra Morena Waterfalls, we will walk less than 2 km for refreshing swims and invigorating showers at waterfalls 1 and 2, the latter being one of the most beautiful in the region, with a 45-meter waterfall. Easy level, total walk of 3 km and duration of 6 hours. Return for a meal at Chapéu do Sol Restaurant and free evening.
Day 4 – Wednesday – Serra do Cipó – National Park Walk – River Confluence
Day to learn about the importance of the conservation area, walking through riparian Atlantic Forest and open fields, crossing a bamboo footbridge, visiting Lagoa Bonita Viewpoint, the confluence of the Mascates and Bocaina rivers (where the Cipó River “is born”), and the Mariposa Trail. At the end, a well-deserved swim in the waters of Prainha do Rio Bocaina. Easy level, total distance of 4 km and duration of 4 hours. Return for a meal in the village center and free afternoon for shopping at local craft shops.
Day 5 – Thursday – Serra do Cipó – Canoeing Serras Azuis – Belo Horizonte / Origin
There is no better way to say goodbye to Serra do Cipó than with a stunning landscape while paddling through calm waters along the Indequicé Stream, Parauninha River, and Boi Creek, with a break for rest and a refreshing swim at Cachoeira do Boi. Easy level, 6 km paddling and 1 km walking round trip, with a duration of 4 hours. Return for a meal at Paiol Restaurant, check-out from the inn, and transfer out to Confins Airport. We recommend booking flights from 7:00 p.m. onwards.
“The order of the tours will not necessarily follow the day-by-day itinerary described above and may be changed at the discretion of the local guide/operator.”
INCLUDES:
Round-trip transfers Confins – Serra do Cipó, local transfers, accommodation with breakfast at Espaço Vilarejo Inn, 5 late meals (does not include drinks or desserts), specialized guiding for all activities, canoeing equipment rental, and travel assistance.
NOT INCLUDED:
Airfare.
