Moderate43 kmStarts in LençóisIn a group
Pati Valley in 3 Days.
The traverse that rearranges what you call nature.
Waterfalls and local families’ homes at 1,000 m of altitude. Guided by those born here.
- Walking distance
- 43 km
- Duration
- 3 dias / 2 noites
- Maximum altitude
- 1.350m
- Elevation gain
- +1.050m
Walking distance
Duration
Maximum altitude
Elevation gain
- Departure (Lençóis)
- 6h00
- Return
- ~19h00
- Languages
- PT · EN · ES
- Difficulty
- Moderado
Departure (Lençóis)
Return
Languages
Difficulty
The most famous trek
of the Chapada Diamantina.
The Pati Valley sits at a thousand metres of altitude and offers a diversity of landscapes that is rare in Brazil: remnants of Atlantic Forest, rocky fields and the Gerais do Rio Preto. A region that sheltered farmers two centuries ago and still keeps, in 14 living houses, the memory of those who never left.
The terrain is real: sun, rain, mud, steep ascents, river crossings. This is not a stroll. It is a traverse — the Pati asks something of whoever wants to cross it. Our itinerary makes the full loop through the most emblematic points of the valley.
When to walk the Pati?
Summer and Autumn
Jan – May- Full waterfalls, maximum water volume
- More mud on the trails
Winter and Spring
Jun – Dec- Firmer, drier terrain
- Less water in the waterfalls
A full table
Breakfast and dinner prepared at the lodgings, a generous menu that changes every day. On the walks, a balanced picnic. Breakfast on day 1 is not included — have it in Lençóis before departure.
Accommodation
Lodging in local families’ homes, shared rooms. Need a private room? Tell us when booking and we check availability.
The valley also exists in 4 and 5 days.
The itinerary of the traverse.
Day 1
12 kmModerate6:00 departure from Lençóis → 8:00 Vila do Guiné (2h drive) → 3h of trail (1h steep ascent + 2h flat) to the Mirante da Rampa → +1h30 to the Funis, Altina and Bananeiras waterfalls → 17:00 lodging → 19:00 dinner.
The steep ascent is the first thing the Pati asks of you.
Day 2
8 kmHighMost demanding day8:00 departure → Morro do Castelo, a climb of +250 m to 1,200 m of altitude (60–80 min) → 2 viewpoints at the summit + the Lapinha Cave, one of the rarest caves in the world → back the same way → a nearby waterfall, if there is time.
The most demanding day of the traverse.
Day 3
23 kmModerate8:00 farewell to the Pati → 3h to the Mirante do Cachoeirão (+280 m; in the rainy season, up to 16 waterfalls around the valley) → snack → Gerais do Rio Preto → Aleixos descent → 80 km transfer → ~19:00 in Lençóis.
The most emblematic points of the valley.
4 swimming spots
Along the route
Gerais do Rio Preto
Mirante da Rampa
Entrance to the valley
Mirante do Cachoeirão
280 m · up to 16 waterfalls
Morro do Castelo
1,200 m of altitude
Lapinha Cave
One of the rarest in the world
Funis, Altina and Bananeiras waterfalls
Aleixos descent
Choose the format that fits your group.
Full price table
| Group size | Private package | In a group |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | R$ 2.700 | R$ 2.100 |
| 2 people | R$ 2.200 | R$ 1.900 |
| 3 people | R$ 2.100 | R$ 1.700 |
| 4+ people | R$ 1.900 | R$ 1.500 |
Prices per person, in Brazilian reais, for cash, bank transfer or boleto.
Private package: Minimum 2 people. Only your group on the trail.
In a group: Minimum 2 people. You join an open group.
Cash, bank transfer or boleto. Card: +5%, up to 12 instalments (PagSeguro). Booking confirmed with a 50% deposit: the rest at check-in. International transfer or a larger group: ask our team.
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Those who have walked with us trust us!
Certified guides
APH and CMC (ABNT), some with WAFA
Satellite communication
SPOT X with an S.O.S. button
Adventure insurance
First-aid kit included
Certificate of excellence
Verified reviews on TripAdvisor
Paola Bertoncello
Marau, RS — Casal
5.0
“Desde o primeiro contato até o final da viagem, a agência demonstrou profissionalismo e organização.”
Matt D
Amigos — Vale do Pati
5.0
“Os pontos turísticos eram deslumbrantes, as cachoeiras eram épicas, e a aventura era incrível.”
Everything you need to know.
The operational detail that answers your questions before setting off on this adventure with the Mamut herd.
Your trail starts
with a message.
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