Pati Valley Crossing 5 Days

Item: Pati Valley Crossing 5 Days
Rating: 5
Author: c4bral

Transfer
Lençóis X Vale do Pati
Distance by foot
70km
Effort Level
Moderate/Heavy
Duration
5 Days
All meals
Accomodation
Native's Houses
Mountain Guide
Tracking SPOT X
Satellite Communicator

About Pati Valley Crossing 5 Days

Discover one of the most beautiful treks in the world, located in the central region of Bahia. Vale do Pati sits at around 1,000 meters of altitude, with a rich variety of transitions between remnants of Atlantic Forest, Rocky Fields (high-altitude cerrado), and General Fields. This region was home to farmers about 200 years ago and now hosts 14 remaining houses that serve as lodges for visitors and nature lovers.

Our itinerary covers the most iconic spots in the area, such as Morro do Castelo, Cachoeirão, and Mirante da Rampa, as well as the exit in the town of Andaraí, passing by Poço da Árvore, Pati de Baixo, and Ladeira do Império. This route requires excellent physical conditioning and the ability to walk for several days under challenging weather conditions (sun, rain, slippery and rough terrain, etc.).

If you don’t have enought time to do it in 5 days, don’t worry. We have tour of 1 to 7 days at Pati Valley, so get in touch with our service and get information between your availability.

It’s a very versatile trek that can be done by people of all ages, depending on the chosen route. There are many difficulty levels, and we can spend from 1 to 5 days in Vale do Pati, according to your group’s preference. Contact us to explore other options.

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What we'll eat at Pati Valley?

Breakfast and Dinner

Breakfast and dinner are prepared at the accommodations where we stay. The menu varies daily and is very hearty.

Picnic

During the hikes, the picnic is equivalent to lunch. We prepare some meals aiming to balance vitamins, proteins, fibers, and carbohydrates.

Where we'll sleep at Pati Valley?

We stay in the homes of natives in the Pati Valley, in shared rooms (please inform us in advance if you need private rooms).

Safety

Local trekking guides with extensive experience acquired through courses and journeys in the Chapada Diamantina region. In addition to safety protocols that begin with our participant inquiries through consultation forms.

During our operations, we use portable two-way radios as well as a satellite two-way communicator like the Spot X with an SOS button for extreme situations.

General Information

All you need to know before your adventure.

Itinerary

The itinerary may be subject to changes due to weather conditions or any major factor that the organizers deem necessary.

*This trekking is very dynamic and can be done in various ways due to multiple entrances and exits.Contact us to consult all the options.

1ST DAY – PATI VIEWPOINT + IGREJINHA

On the first day, we will leave Lençóis at 7:30 am towards the village of Guiné, where we will start the trail. We will walk about 3 hours (1 hour of steep ascent and 2 hours on flat terrain) to the Traditional Viewpoint of the Pati Valley After a snack, we will walk another 1:30 (One and a half hours) towards Igrejinha, where we will be very well received by Mr. João and his family in the famous Igrejinha..
Distance: 12km
Effort: Moderado

2ND DAY – CACHOEIRÃO

We will bid farewell to our accommodation and depart at the same time, at 8:00. We will hike for about 3 hours to the Cachoeirão Viewpoint, a lookout point with approximately 280m in height. If we are in the rainy season, we can admire around 16 waterfalls surrounding the valley, which is truly breathtaking. After a snack prepared by our guide, we will continue along the same path until we reach Igrejinha, where we will retrieve our belongings and proceed to a house further down the Pati Valley.
Distance: 22km
Effort: Moderado

3RD DAY – CASTLE HILL + WATERFALLS

We will leave at 8:00 a.m. after a hearty breakfast at Igrejinha and head towards Morro do Castelo. This will be the most physically intense day of effort, as we will attack a hill that is over 1,200m high. At the top of Morro do Castelo, we will visit 2 different viewpoints and the entrance of Gruta da Lapinha, one of the rarest caves in the world with over 1,200m high. We will return by a different path and visit the Cachoeira das Lajes and Cachoeira dos Funis before returning to Igrejinha around 6:00 pm.
Distance: 15km
Effort: Alto

4TH DAY – POÇO DA ÁRVORE + PREFEITURA

This will be the calmest and easiest day of the tour. After breakfast, we will continue descending the Pati Valley for about 2 hours until we reach Poço da Árvore. We will spend a good amount of time there before we leave and walk for another 2 hours to the house of our last hosts in the Pati Valley.
Distance: 10km
Effort: Leve

5TH DIA – LADEIRA DO IMPÉRIO + ANDARAÍ

We will wake up much earlier on this day, as breakfast is served around 6:00 a.m., and also to avoid the scorching sun during the most challenging stretch of the day. We will ascend the Ladeira do Império, an old path used to transport coffee from the Pati Valley, for 2.5 kilometers (2.5 km of uphill hiking) that takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. After reaching the plateau, we will descend for another 9 kilometers through rugged terrain in the Serra do Ramalho until we reach the town of Andaraí, where we will arrange transportation back for the group.
Distance: 13km
Effort: Alto

Price: R$3.700 per person (minimum 2 people).

Checklist

What to Bring for the 5-Day Vale do Pati Trek?

Items marked with * are mandatory.

Water (1.5L per person);
Hiking shoes/boots;
Extra socks;
Light clothing for hiking*;
Swimwear*;
Quick-drying towel;
Hat/Cap*;
Rain cover (for body and backpack);
Sunscreen;
Personal medications*;
Personal hygiene items (soap, toothbrush, etc.);
ID documents;
Snack or fruit for between meals*;
Hiking stick;
Backpack for Belongings 50L+;
Daypack;
Headlamp*;
Power Bank;

If you prefer not to carry any weight, there are options for personal porters. During booking and check-in, we will verify the necessary items. The absence of mandatory items will prevent participation in the activity. More information and alternatives are available through our team.

Payment Information

Prices for Pati Valley 5 Days

Prices for payments in cash or some method without fees.
Check fees for international transfers.

Private service:
R$3.700 per person (minimun 2 people).

In group:
From R$3.500 per person (up to 2 people to open groups).
Check special conditions with our online service.

What’s included:

Mountain guide speaking in English (check availability);
Transfer Lençóis x Guiné (160km);
Lodging (04 nights);
Adventure Insurance;
All the food;
First aid kit.

What’s not includes

Any items not specified in the “What’s Included” section.
Extra drinks.
Breakfast on the 1st day.
Dinner on the 5th day.
Personal equipments.
Medical evacuation.
Accommodation and meals before and after the activity.
Tips for additional services (photography and additional assistance during the tour).

PAYMENT METHODS:

To complete your reservation, an upfront payment of 50% is required, which can be made through bank transfer, bank deposit, or boleto (Brazilian payment method). For credit card payments, there is an additional 6% charge, and you can pay in up to 12 installments, depending on the rates of PagSeguro, Mercado Pago, and similar services. The remaining 50% must be paid upon check-in in cash or via bank transfer up to 2 business days before the trekking. *It’s imperative to send the payment receipt with the confirmation of the dates, full name, and CPF (Brazilian tax ID) of the participant(s).

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Conditions: In the event of passenger-initiated cancellation, in accordance with Embratur Normative Deliberation No. 161 of August 9, 1985, MAMUT TREKKING will make refunds according to the conditions below:
We reserve the right to change the planned itinerary whenever weather conditions are unfavorable for the safety of participants.
There will be no cancellation due to bad weather, and the tour will be conducted even in the case of rain or cloudy weather, except in the event of force majeure.
In the case of cancellation by the consumer, refunds will be made according to Embratur Normative Deliberation No. 161 of August 9, 1985, under the following conditions:
The customer can provide a substitute.
The customer can keep the amount as credit to participate on another date.

If neither of the above options is viable, the following percentage deductions will be applied to the total paid:
Cancellation with 30 days or more in advance: 90% of the total amount paid.
Cancellation with 21 to 29 days in advance: 80% of the total amount paid.
Cancellation with 7 to 20 days in advance: 50% of the total amount paid.
Cancellation with less than 7 days in advance: No refund.
Cancellations during packages: No reimbursement.

Change in Itinerary: Verify with the agency the conditions.

Participation and Reservation Fee: Once the reservation is confirmed, a penalty of 10% of the value of this itinerary will be charged in the event of a no-show. No-Show is defined as not showing up on the date, time, and location specified for boarding, resulting in the total loss of the amount paid. Passengers who, of their own free will, disengage from the group during the trip or change the contracted accommodation will assume any and all expenses resulting from this decision, with no right to reimbursement.

No-Show: Failure to appear on the date, time, and location specified for boarding will be considered a no-show, resulting in the total loss of the amount paid. Passengers who, of their own free will, disengage from the group during the trip or change the contracted accommodation will assume any and all expenses resulting from this decision, with no right to reimbursement.

Accomodation at Pati Valley 5 Days

Shared room at native’s hpuses at Vale do Pati
*Tell us if you need a private room.

General Information about Pati Valley 5 Days

Category: Trekking (hiking and sleep at lodging);
Distance: 70km (Hiking);
Distance by car: 100km;
Difficulty: Moderate/Hard;
Effort Level: Moderate/Heavy
Elevation Gain: 1.050m.
Maximum altitude: 1.350m
Attraction: Mirante da Rampa, Gerais do Rio Preto, Aleixos, Cachoeiras (Altina, Bananeiras, Funis and Calixto), Morro do Castelo, Poço da Árvore, Pati de Baixo e Ladeira do Império;
Bathing places: 6;
Starting: 7:00a.m. 1st Day
Finish: 7:00p.m. 5th Day

Requirements

Participants must be over 18 years old. Minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
Physical conditioning for steep descents and climbs on rough terrain, crossing rivers and streams, scrambling, and walking long distances. Inform about dietary restrictions.
Prices are subject to change. Please consult our customer service to check the exact value within your stay period. *Confirmed reservations do not have a price adjustment.

Price: R$3.700 per person (minimum 2 people).

Responsibility Disclaimer and Activity Level Classification

Safety at Pati Valley 5 Days

Your safety, comfort, and enjoyment are our priorities. That’s why we rely on guides trained in Pre-Hospital Care (PHC) and Minimum Conduct Competencies (CMC) courses according to ABNT standards, with some guides also certified in WAFA. All guides are equipped with first-aid kits for remote areas and bring extensive mountain experience. However, please note that this is not a 100% risk-free activity. Despite all precautions, preventative measures, and responsibilities we undertake, unforeseen events and accidents can happen. Like nearly all adventure activities in natural environments, there is an element of risk (venomous animals, falls with fractures and abrasions, storms, flooding, general accidents, etc.). The chosen trip takes place in wilderness locations, where rescue procedures may take time (and may take more than 5 hours to begin, a service not included in our reservation). Mechanical issues with the transport vehicle may also cause delays or alterations to the trip. Therefore, we emphasize the importance of all participants bringing the mandatory equipment listed under the checklist tab. The absence of mandatory equipment will prevent participation in the activity. In Vale do Pati, there is limited infrastructure for rescues and evacuations, with the assistance of mules (weight limit of 110 kg). Please contact our team for more information.