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Chapada dos Veadeiros is a protected area and a UNESCO Natural Heritage site within The Brazilian Savanna. The region is blessed with a multitude of activities, including trekking, balloon flights, rappelling, zip-lining and many other activities for adrenaline junkies. It is also blessed with stunning waterfalls, spectacular sunsets and sunrises and stunning scenery, offering a reconnection to nature and the environment, promoting wellbeing and peace of mind. Take the opportunity to relax and disconnect from the world for one of the best digital detoxes around, in one of the richest tropical savannas on the planet!
Special features of our Brazil – Radical Nature and Adventure Tour:
Type of Tourism: Nature, Flora and Fauna, adventure, off the beaten path
Places to Visit: Brazilia, Alto Paraíso de Goiás, Säo Jorge.
Duration: 6 Days and 5 Nights.
Type of Service: Shared tour.
Accommodation: 3 star accommodation at most destinations that you will visit. The pousadas have been carefully chosen and we can guarantee that you will feel comfortable and your every need catered for!
Today is the first day of the tour and you should arrive at the Brasília airport before 11:30 am. Your guide will be waiting at the airport to take you to Alto Paraíso, where we will have lunch. We will then head on to see the beautiful rock formations of Vale da Lua, resembling a lunar landscape and sculpted by the São Miguel River. After this otherworldly experience, we can relax in the thermal springs, just outside the park. We will then return to São Jorge, to our hotel where you can enjoy dinner a fre...
Today, we will explore the incredible biome, with its smells, textures, colours and flavours of the natural products, bark, seeds and fruit. A biologist will accompany us to give us a detailed explanation so that we can identify the seeds, peels, panels and leaves, which are used for medicinal and cosmetic purposes. These products made from the natural, raw materials can be used to make soaps, oils, shampoo and even some food recipes, such as cookies, bread, jelly and juices. After the workshop and breakfast, we will visit the ...
After an energizing breakfast, we will be ready for other days of hiking in the National Park. We will head to the Canyons and the 12 km Cachoeira dos Cariocas trail. Along the way, we will stop for a soak in the natural springs and lunch. After the hike, we will go to Alto Paraíso de Goiás. Along the way, we will stop at the beautiful Jardim de Maytrea, an incredible lookout point, full of legends and mystical stories. The panoramic landscapes will accompany us along the way on this spectacular journey.
Today is an early start as we are going to see the sunrise…from above! We have the option to take a hot air balloon ride from above the horizon for a unique experience! There is another option for those who prefer…. The sunrise can also be seen from the hike to the top of Morro da Baleia, taking about 3 hours. We will then visit the spectacular waterfalls of The Cataratas dos Couros and Almécegas 1000. We will head off in a sturdy vehicle for the bumpy road ahead. Then we will hike for 1.5 km to the beginni...
After breakfast, we will visit the neighbouring town of Cavalcante, where we will visit Engenho Kalunga, the largest Quilombo community in Brazil. We will then head to the Santa Bárbara waterfall, a beautiful river of emerald green waters with large pools and this stunning 30 metre cascade. We can enjoy its calming waters before we head to Cachoeira da Capivara cascades. Formed by the Capivara River as it drops into the canyon, this is the main region of the Kalunga community. We will take a short walk to a beautiful pool of e...
Today is our final day of this incredible journey. We will drop you off at Brasília airport (for flights departing after 6 pm). It is possible for those who have the time to stop at Fazenda São Bento to end the trip with an 850 metre long and 100 metre high zip line, known in the region as “Voo do Gavião”.
Each trip is customizable, but there may be additional restrictions and expenses in each case. We suggest contacting your sales representative for more information.
Part of our protocols involve procedures such as:
-Hydroalcoholic gel in all the vehicles
-Use of masks by our drivers, guides and recommendation for our clients;
-Full-time cleaning of the vehicles (doors and all the most-touched surfaces) and the hands of our staff
-Recommendation of bigger vehicles for groups to keep one seat free besides each guest
-Individual headphones for groups to keep the necessary distance.
We do not include travel or health insurance and we strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance for any unexpected circumstances. This is not obligatory, however. An full travel insurance policy that covers cancellations and delays as well as medical insurance.
We suggest that you speak with your doctor to ensure that you are up-to-date with the recommended vaccinations when traveling to the destination. In any case, a negative Coronavirus Molecular Test (PCR) is needed to enter the country.
We suggest that you speak with your doctor to ensure what medications you will need to bring to the destination. Pharmacies and drugstores are common in all cities, however, it is not certain that you will be able to find a specific drug that you can find in your country of origin.
As in any city in the world, there can be pickpockets in crowded places. We suggest being vigilant at all times, but if you are in a group you will always be safer.
We do not include the cost of any domestic or international flight in any of our programs. These services must be booked independently by each guest.
Yes, hotels will charge the cost of a double room as standard, so a single supplement will be charged if you are traveling alone.
VA Expeditions is supported by Valencia Travel, a company with more than 12 years of foundation with a solid financial position. We have insurance from the insurance company La Positiva, that supports us and protects our guests from any eventuality at the destination, covering our guests for more than 5 million US dollars.
Each trip is customizable, but there may be additional restrictions and expenses in each case. We suggest contacting your sales representative for more information.
Yes, in addition to multi-day programs, we offer half-day experiences and excursions without overnight, which you can purchase as additional services. In case you wish to purchase one of these services, you can ask your guide, the transfer representative or your sales representative to provide you with the support you need.
Yes, you can add additional or optional services to your regular tour. We appreciate contacting your sales representative for any changes you wish to make.
Yes, you can travel with children and we have many activities to do as a family, however, depending on your itinerary, some experiences can be a bit demanding for young children. As a recommendation, we suggest that you ask your sales consultant if the tour you wish to book is suitable for children.
We work with a maximum group size of 12 passengers for sustainability reasons and a more personaized experience.
We suggest making your reservations at least one month before your trip in order to reserve the best hotels, transportation and services for your travel dates, however, in last minute cases, we can reserve up to 15 days in advance.
We suggest consulting with your embassy to review any documents, tests or special visa you need for your trip.
The official currency in Brasil is the Brazilean Real (BRL). In large cities there is a good chance that you will find ATMs or ATMs, however, we suggest that you do not rely entirely on this solution, as it may not be enabled to work with your bank.
Yes, we cater for all special dietary requirements. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have any allergies or special dietary needs.
As a sustainable travel company, we are in constant search of how we can improve the sustainability of our operations, intensifying our support for social projects, reinforcing our commitment to the development of our country, and adding community-based responsible experiences as we are also committed to support their recovery. In partnership with local NGOs, we launched our Sustainability and Reforestation seal, where for each apartment booked with us in the Amazon, a tree seedling will be planted in the forest. Our idea is to develop an increasingly conscientious tourism and help preserve this spectacular biome.
Tips are not included in the cost of the tour. You should plan to tip 10% in restaurants and for your guided services, however, tipping is never required.
Cultural norms vary within each Latin American country, even within each city within the country, however, we recommend the following measures to have a pleasant visit in each destination: Latin American culture in general tends to be closer and more informal than in others cultures, so there is usually always a friendly approach in all conversations, and going directly to the point could be considered offensive to some people. Personal space can be much shorter as well, but without being interpreted as sexual in nature.
The schedules are also usually more relaxed and informal, however, this is not the case of VA EXPEDITIONS, since we will always respect the hours indicated in your itinerary. This may be different for other appointments that you can book on your own at other locations.
This depends on each itinerary, and will be indicated in the detail of the day. However, our itineraries always usually include free times to offer more flexibility to our guests.
For any emergency, we appreciate contacting the following number: + 55 21 99735-7446
It is through travel that we want to give each individual the opportunity to reconnect and positively transform themselves, positively develop traditional Brazilian communities and promote Brazil as a responsible tourism destination.
All our guests have 24/7 support for any type of emergency or eventuality. For emergencies you can contact the following number: + 55 21 99735-7446. For general inquiries, you can write to us at the following email: info@valenciatravelcusco.com
This depends on each itinerary, but generally is a ratio of one guide for every nine guests.
This depends on the type of the type of Travel insurance that the passenger has. We recommend that you have a comprehensive travel insurance policy for better care and hospital facilities.
The tours are carried out by an expert team that has determined the optimal times of visits to make the most of our guests' time, without rushing. All our programs are customizable, so if at any time at the destination you want to adjust the pace of the trip, you can ask your guide to reach a consensus with the whole group in case you need to make adjustments to the pace of the trip.
Yes, you can safely store any luggage at your hotel.
For city tours, there are public bathrooms available, in remote destinations bathroom facilities are more sparse.
In the mountains and remote places there is no Internet connection. Hotels and public places usually have WIFI available.
In cities and tourist centers you will have good telephone reception. In remote areas, there may be no cell phone reception.
It depends on each itinerary. We suggest contacting your account representative to give you specific information regarding your program.
We suggest that you bring a refillable water bottle or purchase bottled water if necessary. Depending on your destination, at various points on your trip there will be places where you can fill your water bottle.
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