West of Salvador, this dramatic area is charactarised by table-top mountains, huge waterfalls and mysterious caves.
Chapada Diamantina is a National Park and nature reserve, located around 5 hours from Salvador de Bahia, along a sparsely populated plain, and is one of Brazil's best-kept secrets. The park is famed for its stunning table-top mountains, which afford superb views, but there are also numerous rivers, canyons and vast hidden caves decorated by shafts of green and blue light. It is home to Brazil's second tallest waterfall, so tall in fact that the water evaporates before it reaches the floor below, and welcoming lagoons in which you can swim or even zip-wire into. The Chapada boasts an unusual and varied flora, the most striking of which is its extensive variety of wild orchids.
Excellent for trekking, nature and outdoor activities, Lencois is the small town with a few reasonable but simple hotels.
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Best time to visit Chapada Diamantina
When is the best time to visit Chapada Diamantina?
Chapada Diamantina is a year-round destination, with each season offering different experiences. The drier months from May to September are ideal for hiking and exploring the national park's spectacular trails, while rainy season brings fuller waterfalls and lush green landscapes.
What are the top things to do in Chapada Diamantina
What are the top things to do in Chapada Diamantina?
Adventure awaits at every turn in Chapada Diamantina. Hike to breathtaking viewpoints, swim beneath cascading waterfalls, explore crystal-clear caves such as Poco Azul and Poco Encantado, visit the colourful town of Lencois, and discover one of Brazil's most spectacular national parks.
Why visit Chapada Diamantina
With its dramatic mountains, waterfalls, caves and scenic valleys, Chapada Diamantina offers some of Brazil's finest landscapes. Combining outdoor adventure with remarkable natural beauty, it is the perfect destinaton for hikers, photographers and anyone seeking to experience a lesser-known side of Brazil.
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