Trekking in Chapada Diamantina: How to Choose Your Experience

Trekking in Chapada Diamantina can be a single day's hike, like Cachoeira da Fumaça, or a 3- to 5-day trek through Vale do Pati, staying with local families. Your choice depends on three things: how many days you have, your usual walking distance, and whether you prefer to return to Lençóis every night.

Day Hikes

You depart in the morning and return to your accommodation by evening. The Cachoeira da Fumaça from above and Buracão are examples; the effort is concentrated into one day, interspersed with more relaxed outings.

Multi-Day Treks: Vale do Pati

In Vale do Pati, all movement is on foot, with daily hikes ranging from 11 to 18 km on Chapada Soul itineraries. While it doesn't require technical experience, it demands good physical condition and the readiness to walk for several consecutive days.

Combine Trekking and Tours

For those who want to experience Pati along with caves, pools, and waterfalls, we offer itineraries that combine both, such as 4 days with Vale do Pati, 6 days with Classics, Buracão, and Vale do Pati, and 8 days with Buracão and Vale do Pati.

How to Decide

• If you don't walk much in your daily life, start with day hikes or an itinerary of light to moderate intensity, such as the 6-day – South of the Park.
• If you walk frequently but have limited time, the 3-day trek is the shortest option.
• Want to explore the valley at a more relaxed pace? The 5-day version spreads out the rhythm better, though daily distances remain significant.
• Traveling during the rainy season? Allow flexibility in your itinerary for river crossings.

Preparation

In the weeks leading up to your trip, take long walks wearing the footwear you plan to use. For your backpack, consult what to pack for Chapada Diamantina, and for dates, review the best time to visit.