Tours

Lençois and the Chapada Diamantina

4 days / 03 nights
Salvador - Lençóis overland
Lençois - Salvador by air

Itinerary

Day 1

Early morning departure for Lençóis in private vehicle and guide.
Early afternoon check in at check in at pousada.

Afternoon light trekking to the natural pools of the Serrano River. From there it's a short walk to the nearby caves where ancient rock is disintegrating into fine multi-colored sand. A refreshing swim in the pool at the base of the Primavera waterfall completes this afternoon's trip.

Day 2

A choice of:

1. Highlights of the Chapada Diamantina
   A full day tour taking in the most important sights and sites of the Chapada Diamantina including:
   • The stunning stalagmites and stalactites of the mysterious Lapa Doce cave;
   • The crystal clear water of the Pratinha subterranean lake;
   • Pai Inacio Mountain for the definitive panoramic view of the Chapada region and the best sunset in the region
2. Pai Inacio - Lençóis ( hiking)
   After breakfast a 20 minute transfer to the base of the Pai Inacio mountain, a 20 minute climb to the top for wonderful views of the region. Return to base to begin the 5 hour trek through the valleys, along prospectors. trails. The hike is a constant lesson in biology and botany, with opportunities for swim in the river and pools along the way. The trail bring us back to lesson, entering the town from a different direction, offering new views of the town and valley.

Day 3

A choice of two excursions:

1. Poço Encantado and Igatú :
   A 2 hour drive to Poço Encantado (Enchanted Well) via the colonial town of Andaraí, deep in the old diamond mining country. The Poço Encantado is best seen in the months of April to August when, during the morning hours, shafts of sunlight enter this hidden crystal clear lake in a sunken cave and are dispersed through the deep blue waters of the lake in a show of light, color, reflection and refraction. Known locally as the 8th wonder of the world. Later we have lunch Xique-Xique de Igatú, so-called after the tall, distinctive xique-xique cacti of the region. This is a diamond prospecting ghost town where the remnants of the abandoned stone houses are still to be seen, the Bedrock City of the Chapada Diamantina.
2. Sossego Falls ( hiking )
   Depart hotel after breakfast, tracing the Ribeirão River to the Sossego Falls. We pass the Ribeirão do Meio natural pool and rock slide and continue through the river canyon among the mammoth boulders on the river bank and bed. There are numerous swimming opportunities along the way.

Day 4

Morning free for further hiking in vicinity or just soak in the atmosphere of the town. Check out and depart by Lençois airport for flight to Salvador.