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Chapada dos Veadeiros Highlights

Short Itinerary- 2 nights, 3 days

Located in the oldest geological part of the continent, the Araí plate, formed 1.8 billion years ago, Chapada dos Veadeiros (Veadeiros tableland) is the most luminous point seen from the Earth's orbit, according to NASA. The Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park in Goiás State was created in 1961. It is situated at varying altitudes between 1,300 and 1,500 mt (4265 and 4921ft), which act as watersheds of the Maranhão and Paraná river basins. Of the existing fauna, the lobo-guará, deer, rhea, king vulture and various species of sparrow hawk are worthy of noting. Being an area of incomparable beauty, Chapada dos Veadeiros is interesting to visit both in the dry season and the rainy one. Because of the amazing energy present in the region, it attracts people interested in mysticism and ecotourism. This vast savannah , is literally covered by a layer of quartz crystal. It is also famous for its waterfalls, hiking trails and unforgettable landscape. Here, nature remains untouched by civilization, thanks to IBAMA, environmental institutions, the local community and the local public administration.

The region is the world's oldest tropical ecosystem and is considered to be the richest in biodiversity of all the world's savannas. It was declared a Natural World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2001, the region is a sanctuary for a precious natural environment (a distinct biome) that is considered to be the richest of all the world's savannas, with an estimated 10,000 species of plants. The Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park is uniquely important in protecting high-altitude cerrado landscape and flora. This is a great land for the active traveler, birdwatcher and botanist. Relax afterwards dining on the fruits of the land and soaking in the magical atmosphere as night falls or the day breaks

This itinerary has been designed to take in the key highlights of the Chapada dos Veadeiros at a level comfortable for individual visitors. It’s a tour for visitors wanting a more leisurely pace or less difficulty in walks and is suitable for children and older travellers or those not used to hiking. Itineraries can be tailored to individual requirements (e.g. extensions up to 8 day, 7 night hikes are available) on request

1st day – Arrive, Vale da Lua.
Arrival at airport in Brasilia (up to 10 am).
Transfer from Brasilia to Alto Paraiso (3 hours).
Lunch in Alto Paraiso.
Guided tour to Vale da Lua, an extraordinary moon-scape of rock sculpted by the force of the São Miguel river.
Transfer to São Jorge, 25 miles (38 km) away, and check-in to your chosen pousada.
Visit to view the sunset.
Dinner in São Jorge.

2nd day – National Park.
Breakfast at your pousada in Sao Jorge.
Day hike of 5 miles (8km) in the Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park. The circuit follows an old miners’ trail passing by the quartz crystal mines that gave rise to the settlement of São Jorge. Along the way you will see a wide range of vegetation typical of the high altitude cerrado. We will stop for a swim and hydro-massage beneath the Pedreiras waterfall, one of the main attractions of the National Park, set in the rocky valley through which Rio Preto tumbles in a series of cascades and natural swimming pools. After a picnic lunch you will return along a small path shimmering with fragments of quartz crystal. Visit to the relaxing hot springs at nearby Agua Quente.
Dinner in São Jorge.

3rd day – Almécegas waterfall and return.
Breakfast at your pousada in São Jorge.
Transfer to visit to the São Bento farm, walking about 1.5 miles (2.5. km) to the lovely Almecegas 1 waterfall with its 150 ft (50 m) drop and then on to the smaller Almecegas 2 waterfall for a refreshing dip in the large natural swimming pool.
Lunch in Alto Paraiso.
Transfer to Brasilia (3 hours, pm flight) Depending on flight time:

Optional: Abseiling down the middle of the Almecegas waterfall, a descent of 135 ft (45m) over rock and water and into a large natural swimming pool below. Your safety throughout is carefully controlled by expert instructors so that this is an ideal baptism into the sport.
Rates in USD, valid for 2010 – Rates are subject to change without previous notice –

This itinerary of 2 nights, 3 days includes:
o Accommodation in São Jorge: 2 nights at either Pousada Trilha Violeta, Casa das Flores or Baguá.
o Meals on a full board equivalent basis (breakfast, lunch or picnic lunch and dinner);
o English-speaking guides, fully trained and accredited by ACV-CV and IBAMA on the basis of one guide per visitor group;
o Activities (including all entrance and service charges) as described in the itinerary, based on the visitor group as a whole selecting one of the two options, Crystal Waters or Monkey Canyon.
o Return transfer by air-conditioned vehicle between Brasilia (hotel or airport) and the pousada (Alto Paraiso or São Jorge).

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2012 Price per person in US

Number of People	Single	Double
Lodging in Pousada Trilha Violeta
2-3	$1036	$980
4-9	$729	$665
10-15	$565	$508
Lodging in Pousada Casa das Flores
2-3	$1282	$1109
4-9	$968	$795
10-15	$812	$638

Lodgings.
Pousada Trilha da Violeta Lodge – São Jorge. www.trilhavioleta.com.br
Located in the center of São Jorge, there is a great decoration. It’s a simple accommodation, but comfortable. There are 8 apartments with fan and veranda with hammock. There is refrigerator in some apartments. There is a great breakfast, TV room and therapy room.

Pousada Casa das Flores – São Jorge. www.pousadacasadasflores.com.br
This Pousada is rustic and comfortable. The apartments don't have electric energy. The breakfast is served at the veranda of each apartment. There is a pool and TV room. The Pousada has a handicraft store, bar and restaurant. Located at São Jorge.

Notes
o While visitor groups will be dealt with as individual bookings and their particular wishes accommodated wherever possible, visitor groups may be
combined where necessary, at the discretion of the local operator, up to a maximum of eight persons per guide. Itineraries may also be adjusted at the
discretion of the local operator due to climatic or safety considerations.
o Other languages can also be catered for (French, German, Spanish) at an additional cost, including native speakers if required;
o Itineraries can be tailored to individual requirements (e.g. extensions up to 8 day, 7 night hikes are available) on request
o Special dietary requirements can often be accommodated if requested but extra costs may be involved;
o Prices are based on a minimum group size of 2 persons; rates given for children apply up to ten years of age.

Conditions
o For period of vacations and holidays, to increase 20% in the value.
o Bookings must be confirmed no less than 4 weeks prior to the check-in date. Payment is required 50% deposit on confirmation Non-payment by these dates may be treated as notice of cancellation;
o Once payment is made in full no surcharges will be made. Prior to that surcharges may by applied if unavoidable (e.g. in the event of exceptional adverse variations in exchange rate between the US dollar and Reias, in fuel costs or governmental action).

Chapada dos Veadeiros - Regular (group)
4 nights, 5 days - Regular.

This itinerary has been designed to take in the key highlights of the Chapada dos Veadeiros at a level comfortable for individual visitors. It's created for visitors wanting more challenging tour with longer walks and steeper trails and is suitable for more experienced hikers and fit travellers. It is marketed to Brazilians, but others can join and pay a supplement for an English-speaking guide

1st day - Arrive in São Jorge Village
Reception at the Brasilia airport. Transfer Brasília - High Paradise (230 km). Lunch at Paradise High.
After lunch, we will shift by 38 km-highway Veadeiros Park to the village of St. George, where we will be accommodated in a choice of inns.

2nd day - Raizama and Vale da Lua.
After breakfast, we'll visit the Raizama Farm, and the Raizama Canyon with many waterfalls and swimming pools near to the edge. We will have beautiful views of the entire complex. After that we'll visit one more place on the São Miguel, the Vale da Lua, a private property near the National Park, 600m walk from the entrance to the São Miguel River, the rocks with exotic shapes sculpted by water over thousands of years. Late Lunch in São Jorge.

3rd day - National Park - Rio Preto falls
Breakfast at your pousada in São Jorge. . Day hike of 7.5 miles (12km) in the Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park through pristine cerrado to visit the Saltos do Rio Preto, a dramatic series of waterfalls cascading up to 360 ft (120m) into the lush green gallery forest and forming natural swimming pools. We will have a picnic lunch and on our return you will be able to enjoy a swim and a natural hydro-massage at the Pedreiras waterfall.
Visit to the relaxing hot springs at nearby Agua Quente. Dinner in São Jorge.

4th day - National Park - Canyons and Cariocas waterfall
Breakfast at your pousada in São Jorge. Day hike of 6 miles (10km) in the Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park, visiting the spectacular rock gorges, Canion I & II, and the lovely Cariocas waterfalls on the Rio Preto river. We will stop for a picnic lunch and on the walk we will pass through a range of high-altitude cerrado landscapes with its distinct flora and fauna. Transfer to Alto Paraiso, 45 minutes away, to your chosen pousada. Dinner in Alto Paraiso.

5th day - Almécegas waterfall and return.
After breakfast we will leave São Jorge and follow to Alto Paraíso. On our way we will stop at Fazenda São Bento to visit the Almécegas waterfall, with 45m drop, which has a large swimming pool where we take a refreshing swim. Continue to Alto Paraíso for lunch. Return to Brasilia.

Optional - ADVENTURE CIRCUIT - Zip Line - easy level.
Zip Line "Vôo do Gavião" (850m and 80m high) impressive National Park mountain range view. We use two parallel iron cable with harness and a tandem pulley, it's easy and passive activity.

2011 Price per person in US$

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Additional for bilingual guide (not included in the regular package): US$ 280 for the 5 days package. Cost to be divided among those who need it

This itinerary of 5 days, 4 nights includes:
" Accommodation in São Jorge: 4 nights at either Pousada Trilha Violeta or Casa das Flores;
" Meals on a full board equivalent basis (breakfast, lunch or picnic lunch and dinner);
" guides, fully trained and accredited by ACV-CV and IBAMA on the basis of one guide per visitor group;
" Activities (including all entrance and service charges) as described in the itinerary, based on the visitor group.
" Return transfer by air-conditioned vehicle between Brasilia (hotel or airport) and the pousada (Alto Paraiso or São Jorge).

Notes
" This Regular Itinerary with Brazilian clients starts only on Sundays, arriving in Brasilia Airport around 11AM
" While visitor groups will be dealt with as individual bookings and their particular wishes accommodated wherever possible, visitor groups may be combined where necessary, at the discretion of the local operator, up to a maximum of eight persons per guide. Itineraries may also be adjusted at the discretion of the local operator due to climatic or safety considerations.
" Other languages can also be catered for (French, German, Spanish) at an additional cost, including native speakers if required;
" Itineraries can be tailored to individual requirements (e.g. extensions up to 8 day, 7 night hikes are available) on request;
" Special dietary requirements can often be accommodated if requested but extra costs may be involved;
" Prices are based on a minimum group size of 2 persons; rates given for children apply up to ten years of age.

Conditions
" For period of vacations and holidays, to increase 20% in the value.
" Bookings must be confirmed no less than 4 weeks prior to the check-in date. Payment is required 50% deposit on confirmation of booking and 50% no later than 30 days before arrival. Non-payment by these dates may be treated as notice of cancellation;
" Once payment is made in full no surcharges will be made. Prior to that surcharges may by applied if unavoidable (e.g. in the event of exceptional adverse variations in exchange rate between the US dollar and Reias, in fuel costs or governmental action).

Lodgings

Pousada Trilha da Violeta Lodge - São Jorge - www.trilhavioleta.com.br
Located in the center of São Jorge, there is a great decoration. It's a simple accommodation, but comfortable. There are 8 apartments with fan and veranda with hammock. There is refrigerator in some apartments. There is a great breakfast, TV room and therapy room.

Pousada Mundo dha Lua - http://www.pousadamundodhalua.com.br/

Pousada Bambu Brasil - http://www.bambubrasil.com.br/index.html

Pousada Casa das Flores - São Jorge - www.pousadacasadasflores.com.br
This Pousada is rustic and comfortable. The apartments haven't electric energy. The breakfast is served at the veranda of each apartment. There is a pool and TV room. The Pousada has a handicraft store, bar and restaurant. Located at São Jorge.