Chapada Diamantina, located in the state of Bahia, Brazil, is a stunning region known for its fantastic landscapes, rich biodiversity and historical significance.
It is an ideal destination for adventure enthusiasts, nature lovers and those seeking cultural experiences. Here’s a comprehensive guide to exploring tourism in the Chapada Diamantina:
The centre of the region, this park offers a wide range of ecosystems, including waterfalls, plateaus and caves.
The main gateway to the park, this charming colonial town is known for its cobbled streets, vibrant cultural scene and convenient access to nearby attractions.
One of the highest waterfalls in Brazil, with a dramatic free fall of around 340 metres. The hike to the viewpoint is a popular activity.
Known for their crystal-clear waters, these caves are perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
It offers panoramic views of the Chapada Diamantina region. It’s a relatively easy trail and offers breathtaking views at sunset.
These underground wells are famous for their incredibly clear water and unique light effects. Ideal for swimming and underwater exploration.
Numerous trails cater for all levels of fitness, from short walks to multi-day treks. Trekking in the Pati Valley is particularly renowned for its breathtaking scenery and remote beauty.
Explore extensive cave systems such as Lapa Doce, Torrinha and Ribeirão do Meio, known for their impressive formations and underground rivers.
In addition to Fumaça, other notable waterfalls include Cachoeira do Buracão, Cachoeira do Sossego and Cachoeira da Fumacinha.
Learn about the history of diamond mining in the region and Afro-Brazilian culture. Visiting local communities and historical sites provides a deeper understanding of the area’s heritage.
Climbing, abseiling and canyoning are popular due to the region’s rugged terrain and numerous cliffs.
The dry season, from May to October, is ideal for hiking and outdoor activities. The rainy season (November to April) makes the waterfalls more impressive, but some trails can be muddy and challenging.
Options range from budget hostels to boutique hotels, mainly located in Lençóis, Vale do Capão and Mucugê.
The nearest airport is in Lençóis, with regular flights from Salvador. Alternatively, buses and private transfers are available from the main towns.
The architectural style of the Chapada Diamantina reflects the rich history of the region, marked by the diamond mining cycle in the 18th and 19th centuries and the presence of European cultural influences, mainly Portuguese. In the Chapada’s historic towns, such as Lençóis, Mucugê and Rio de Contas, colonial buildings […]
The Chapada Diamantina is located in the centre of the state of Bahia and covers an area of 50,610 km2, stretching north-south in a “Y” shape. The climate is conditioned by the relief and differs greatly from that of its surroundings, which are typically arid. It is tropical semi-humid, with […]
In Chapada Diamantina there are 359 species of birds, according to data published in 1999. Among them are endemic species from different Brazilian biomes and 21 threatened with extinction. The Chapada Diamantina is known for its beautiful natural landscapes and when it comes to birds, the chapada is home to […]
The Chapada Diamantina, a region in the heart of Bahia that has a national park that conserves 152,000 hectares with hundreds of waterfalls, archaeological sites and sumptuous geology. The scenic beauty of the Chapada Diamantina National Park pleases natives and tourists alike, it is a territory that has a vast […]
The small town of Vale do Capão, also known as Vila de Caeté-Açu, has around 3,000 inhabitants and belongs to the municipality of Palmeiras. Located 460 km from Salvador and 70 km from Lençóis, Capão is privileged by a territory full of trails that lead to hills, rivers, waterfalls, caves […]
Chapada Diamantina, in Bahia, has several attractions for sports and adventure lovers. Among them, the main ones are certainly the famous waterfalls, some considered the highest and most beautiful in Brazil. One of the best known natural parks in the country is the Chapada Diamantina, a destination for nature lovers […]
A sequence of large and beautiful waterfalls of the Chapada Diamantina await you. You will find hundreds of waterfalls from north to south of the Parque Nacional da Chapada Diamantina, but the biggest and most famous is the Cachoeira da Fumaça, with its more than 385 meters high. Many of […]
Mining and garimpo were the great economic engines of Chapada Diamantina centuries ago. First gold, found in the 18th century in Rio de Contas and Jacobina, then diamond, whose first deposits were discovered in the early 19th century in Mucugê. Many of the towns of the Chapada da Diamantina retain […]
Vila do Ventura originated with escaped miners from the municipality of Lençóis and the discovery of diamond and carbonate. Vila Ventura in the municipality of Lençóis Fugitive prospectors from the municipality of Lençóis, around 1840 take shelter in the grottos of the farm of Col. Porfírio Pereira near a waterfall (today […]
Igatu, Poço Azul and Poço Encantado are one of the most important attractions of the Chapada Diamantina. Igatu is a district of the municipality of Andaraí, in the state of Bahia, in Brazil. Igatu has a historic stone house, from the 19th century, a remnant of the Diamond Cycle era […]
Marimbus is a marshy region located in the Chapada Diamantina, between the municipalities of Lençóis and Andaraí. It is known as the ‘mini pantanal’ of the Chapada Diamantina, due to its similarity to the Pantanal in terms of biodiversity and ecosystem, but with semi-arid characteristics typical of north-eastern Brazil. The […]
Exploring Picos das Almas, Itobira and Barbado: A Trekking Lover’s Paradise in Chapada Diamantina Pico das Almas, Pico do Itobira and Pico do Barbado form a special route for trekking lovers. Pico das Almas marks the division between the municipalities of Livramento de Nossa Senhora and Rio de Contas. Altitudes […]
The Sempre-Viva flower or Sempre-Viva flower is widely used as a cut flower in the making of fresh or dried floral arrangements and is typical of the Chapada Diamantina. The Municipal Park Projeto Sempre-Viva in Mucugê protects numerous species of local fauna and flora and has as its main objective […]
The town of Campo Formoso in the Chapada Diamantina is known for its caves and emerald trade. The municipality of Campo Formoso, an age known for the production of emeralds, 414 kilometers from Salvador, also hosts the Precious Stones and Handicrafts Fair. The Chapada Diamantina in Bahia and has in […]
The Chapada Diamantina ‘s dive sites are true natural treasures that combine crystal-clear waters, scenic beauty and unique biodiversity, providing unrivalled experiences for divers and nature lovers. Among the most popular spots are Poço Azul and Poço Encantado, known for their stunningly transparent waters, where the light creates spectacular visual […]
The town of Campo Formoso in Bahia is known for its caves and emerald trade. Campo Formoso is located in the Chapada Diamantina and has in its territory many caves with various types of interior formation. In addition to the largest cave, in extension, in the Southern Hemisphere: Toca da […]
Rio de Contas is a historic city of the Chapada Diamantina. The city is one of the tourist destinations in Bahia that attracts visitors not only because of its natural beauty and ecological trails, but also because of the memory preserved by the best preserved colonial houses in the region. […]
When we hear about Chapada Diamantina, the city that immediately comes to our mind is Lençóis – BA, which already for this reason becomes the first option of travel to the Chapada, making the whole wave of tourists opt for it that has a structure focused on them. But when […]
The population of Rio de Contas originated at the end of the 17th century, when travellers from Goiás and the north of Minas Gerais, on their way to the city of Salvador, capital of the Province of Bahia, founded a small settlement, which was named Crioulos – a resting point […]
Rio de Contas, one of the oldest towns in the Chapada Diamantina region, stands out for its 17th century baroque architecture, preserved to this day. In 1745, at the height of the gold rush, it was planned as Brazil’s first planned town, reflecting the prosperity of the time. Rio de […]
Piatã is a municipality in the state of Bahia in Brazil. It is the highest and coldest municipality in the state of Bahia, as well as in the entire Northeast Region of Brazil. With an altitude of 1,280 metres, it surpasses other highland municipalities in Bahia such as Morro do […]
Palmeiras was founded in 1890 and lived through its glory days of diamond mining. The old buildings of the Praça da Igreja Matriz do Bom Jesus and the Palacete dos Alcântara are legacies from the mining days. The town of Palmeiras is known for being the gateway to the Capão […]
Mucugê is located at 900m altitude in the middle of a privileged landscape. Mucugê is surrounded by beautiful mountains, rivers, waterfalls and caves. As noted, the city is also rich in history, having as one of the most striking features, the old colonial houses in Portuguese style. The main backdrop […]
Morro do Chapéu is a Brazilian municipality in the state of Bahia and its main tourist attractions are the Gruta dos Brejões and the Cachoeira do Ferro Doido. Before the arrival of the Europeans, the place was inhabited by the Paiaiás Indians. The soil was good for planting and many […]
Lençóis is the gateway to the Chapada Diamantina. The city of Lençóis emerged when diamond deposits were discovered in Mucugê, in the mid-19th century. At that time, adventurers arrived in large numbers and set up tents that, from afar, looked like stretched sheets, which gave rise to the name. Lençóis […]
Iraquara is a Brazilian municipality of the state of Bahia. The municipality is located in the microregion of the Chapada Diamantina Chapada Diamantina and has a large number of caves, waterfalls and caverns, most of which are open to the public.[ Iraquara is also known as “City of Caves”, Iraquara stands out for its large number […]
Ibicoara located in the Chapada Diamantina, the city of Ibicoara, which means “hole in the earth”, attracts tourists for its gastronomy, culture and beautiful waterfalls. The city of Ibicoara is located in the Chapada Diamantina. The municipality emerged in the 19th century with the arrival of prospectors in the chapada […]
Andaraí is abundant in attractions, the municipality is in the central region of the National Park. Andaraí is among the cities that found their economic and population apogee during the diamond cycle. Abundant in attractions, the municipality is in the central region of the National Park. Andaraí is among the […]
The scenery of Chapada Diamantina, world famous for its rich biodiversity, is formed by landscapes of mountainous relief, free falls, underground lakes, as well as a large number of springs, waterfalls, rapids, canyons and caves that make it an excellent place for the practice of adventure tourism and ecological tourism. […]
Trekking in the Pati Valley is considered one of the most beautiful in the country. Trekking lovers can choose from the lightest trails with a few hours of walking, to an unforgettable adventure of up to six days around the Pati Valley. A fantastic place, which mixes the rare specimens […]
The Chapada Diamantina National Park offers several trekking trails in canyons, caves, steep hills, huge waterfalls, bromeliads and coca cola colored rivers. Lençóis is the city that receives the most tourists, it is full of charm, inns and delicious restaurants. Igatu, a pre-Columbian city, is known as the Brazilian Machu […]
You can still dive inside the Blue Well and enjoy the fantastic experience of swimming inside the illuminated well. Those who know how to swim try to avoid the life jacket, but just dip your face in the Blue Well to understand why so much care is taken. See the […]
The Poço Encantado is a spectacle of nature all year round, especially in winter, when a ray of sunlight falls on the surface of the well through an opening at the top of the cave and illuminates it, making its waters even bluer. It’s an impressive phenomenon (150 km from […]
The Torrinha Cave is one of the most complete in Brazil, considering the richness and diversity of its speleothems. When passing through Chapada, be sure to visit the Torrinha cave in the Chapada Diamantina. Located in the Iraquara region, the second largest concentration of caves in the country, the Torrinha […]
For those who like adventure sports, the Lapão cave in the Chapada Diamantina is the perfect place for rappelling. It is 47 meters high, at the mouth of the largest quartzite cave known in Brazil and with specialized equipment it is very quiet even for the most beginners. Besides the […]
The municipality of Iraquara is located in the center of Bahia, in Chapada Diamantina, being a tourist spot for having caves such as Pratinha, Lapa Doce, Torrinha, Gruta Azul, Gruta da Fumaça, among others. Iraquara is located on a real underground gallery with a “Swiss cheese” aspect covered by water, […]
The Pati Valley Crossing in Chapada Diamantina is considered by many to be the most beautiful trekking in Brazil. For those who are willing and like a good walk this trekking in the Pati Valley will change your life. The experiences lived during these 8 days are unique and will […]
The Fumaça Waterfall is one of the most famous attractions of the Chapada Diamantina in Bahia, located in Vale do Capão, a region that lies between the municipalities of Lençóis and Palmeira. The Fumaça Waterfall is considered the second largest waterfall in the country and has more than 360 m […]
Many of the Brazilians and foreigners who visit the caves, waterfalls, rivers, valleys and mountains of Chapada Diamantina seek the region to practice sports such as trekking, mountain biking, canoeing and rappelling. The sites that were quilombos attract tourists interested in getting to know typical dishes and popular festivals. Visual […]
Chapada Diamantina is an open-air orchidarium, in all the trails it is possible to find wonderful orchids along the way. This one illustrated in the photo is an orchid Ellongata the symbol orchid of the Chapada Diamantina National Park. The Pai Inácio Orchidarium is a space that is near the Morro […]
Chapada Diamantina is one of the most sought after destinations for those who love nature. There you and your family will see a place full of caves, caves, rivers, waterfalls, trails, hills, among others. A Chapada Diamantina is formed by imposing canyons, hidden cavesdas, waterfalls and plant species that do […]
Fumaça waterfall the highest waterfall in Brazil, with almost 400 meters of fall and is located between the municipalities of Lençóis and Palmeiras in Chapada Diamantina. Nature, in almost all its forms, is present in the Chapada Diamantina. Most of the beauties are kept and preserved in the National Park, […]
The Buracão Waterfall in Chapada Diamantina has opened the paths of tourism for the municipality of Ibicoara. The winding canyons attract tourists who find several options for rappelling, cascading, climbing and trekking, alone or together, in canyoning – one of the most exciting modalities of adventure tourism, which consists of […]
The Chapada Diamantina is a region of mountains, located in the center of the Brazilian state of Bahia, where almost all the rivers of the Paraguaçu, Jacuípe and Rio de Contas basins are born. These streams flow from the peaks and slide down the terrain in beautiful gullies, tumbling into […]
Chapada Diamantina is located in the interior of Bahia and comprises some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country. Waterfalls, wells, valleys and caves amidst a rich biodiversity create the perfect settings for jeep tours, hikes, extreme sports and trails in Chapada Diamantina – on foot, on horseback or […]
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