Pati Valley 5 Days (Capão Way)
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Item: Pati Valley 5 Days (Capão Way)
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The Experience at Pati Valley

Discover one of the most beautiful treks in the world, located in central Bahia. The Pati Valley is situated at around 1,000 meters of altitude, offering a rich variety of landscapes, from remnants of Atlantic Forest to Rupestrian Fields (high-altitude cerrado) and Open Fields. This region was home to rural settlers about 200 years ago, and today, it houses 14 remaining dwellings that serve as accommodations for visitors and nature lovers.

Our itinerary covers the most iconic spots in the region, such as Morro do Castelo, Cachoeirão, and Mirante da Rampa, as well as alternative locations like Cachoeirão por Baixo, Calixto Waterfall, and the exit at Vale do Capão. This route requires excellent physical condition and the ability to hike for multiple days under adverse weather conditions (sun, rain, slippery and rugged terrain, etc.).

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 2 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?

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?

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 undergo changes due to weather conditions or any force majeure factor deemed important by the organizers.
*This trekking is very dynamic and can be done in several ways due to various entry and exit points, consult all options with our customer service.

Transfer Palmeiras X Pati > Aleixos > Cachoeirão por Cima > Fenda Cachoeirão > Cachoeirão por Baixo > Pati de Baixo

1st DAY – Cachoeirão Por Cima + Pati de Baixo

We will start our day early from Palmeiras by car for 1 hour to the village of Guiné, where we will enter the Pati Valley. We will take the Aleixos trail and climb for 1 hour and then another 1:30 on flat terrain to the Mirante do Cachoeirão Por Cima. From there, we will follow the path to the Fenda da Prefeitura, a steep descent of 1 hour to the foothills, from there we will walk for about 40 minutes to our lodging.

Distance: 15km
Effort: High

Transfer Palmeiras X Pati > Aleixos > Cachoeirão por Cima > Fenda Cachoeirão > Cachoeirão por Baixo > Pati de Baixo

2nd DAY – Cachoeirão por Baixo

We will leave around 8:00 a.m. after breakfast served at the lodging. This day will be a round trip on a predominantly rugged path along the bed of the Rio Cachoeirão, jumping many rocks. We will go to the base of the waterfall with only essential items. After contemplating the waterfall and having a snack prepared by the guide, we will follow the same path back to our lodging.

Distance: 12km
Effort: High

Pati de Baixo > Poço da Árvore > Cachoeira do Calixto > Lodging

3rd DAY – CACHOEIRA DO CALIXTO + Poço da Árvore

On this day, we will visit one of the least visited areas of Pati, Calixto. We will go only with essential items, jumping rocks and cutting through some dense forests on the way to Cachoeira do Calixto. Along the way, we can refresh ourselves at Poço da Árvore.
Distance: 18km
Effort: Moderate/High

Pati de Baixo > Morro do Castelo > Gruta da Lapinha > Rio Funis > Cachoeira das Bananeiras > Cachoeira dos Funis > Cachoeira das Lajes > Igrejinha (Lodging)

4th DAY – MORRO DO CASTELO + WATERFALLS

We will leave at 8:00 a.m. after a hearty breakfast and head towards Morro do Castelo with all our items, leaving them at the fork. This will be the most physically intense day, as we will attack a hill that is over 1,200m high. At the top of Morro do Castelo, we will visit 3 different viewpoints and Gruta da Lapinha, one of the rarest caves in the world at over 1,000m altitude. We will return, pick up our items, and take a different path to visit Cachoeira das Bananeiras, Cachoeira dos Funis, and Cachoeira das Lajes before returning to our lodging around 6:00 p.m.
Distance: 15km
Effort: High
Igrejinha > Mirante da Rampa > Ladeira Quebra Bunda > Gerais do Vieira > Vila do Bomba > Transfer Bomba x Vale do Capão

5th DAY MIRANTE DA RAMPA – QUEBRA BUNDA – GERAIS DO VIEIRA

We will leave Igrejinha around 8:00 a.m. and climb for 1 hour to Mirante da Rampa, then another two hours on flat terrain to Mirante do Quebra Bunda, where we will begin to descend for another 1 hour. At the base of the mountain, we will walk for another 3 hours on flat terrain (Gerais do Vieira) until we reach Vila do Bomba, where our car will be waiting for us. Overnight in hostel without breakfast.
Distance: 18km
Effort: Moderate/High
Price: R$3.700 per person (minimum 2 people).

Responsibility Term and Activity Level Classification

Checklist
What to Bring for the 5-Day Pati Valley Trek?
Items marked with * are mandatory.

Water (1.5L per person)*
Hiking shoes/boots*
Extra socks
Lightweight clothes for hiking*
Swimwear*
Sleepwear*
Rain cover (for both body and backpack)*
Sunscreen*
Personal medication*
Personal hygiene items (soap, toothbrush, etc.)*
ID documents*
Snack or fruit for between meals*
Headlamp*
Backpack for Belongings 50L+*
Quick-dry towel
Cap/hat
Hiking pole
Small daypack (10L)
Camera
Power bank

If you prefer not to carry any weight, there are options for personal porters. During booking and check-in, we will confirm the necessary items. Missing mandatory items compromises group safety and will prevent participation. Check with us for alternatives and more information.

Payment Information
Prices for Pati Valley 5 Days (Capão Valley)
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?
Certified local guide with training;
Lodging in Vale do Pati;
Transfers: Palmeiras > Vale do Pati > Capão > Lençóis.
Food during the trek;
Adventure insurance;
First aid kit.

What’s Not Included?
Any item not described in the “What’s Included” tab
Lodging in Vale do Capão and Lençóis;
Personal equipment;
Medical evacuation.
Hotels and meals before and after the end of the itinerary;
Tips for additional services (Photos and other assistance during the tour).

Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Conditions: In case of cancellation by the passenger, according to normative deliberation nº 161 of August 9, 1985 of EMBRATUR, MAMUT TREKKING will refund according to the conditions below:

PAYMENT METHODS:
To confirm your reservation, it is necessary to make a 50% advance payment via bank transfer, bank deposit, or boleto. For payment by credit card, there is a 5% surcharge, payable in up to 12 installments, according to PagSeguro, Mercado Pago, or similar rates. The remaining 50% must be paid at check-in in cash (or by bank deposit up to 2 business days before the trekking)
*It is essential to send the payment receipt with the confirmation of dates, full name, and CPF of the participant(s). And forms with participant’s data

We reserve the right to change the planned itinerary whenever the weather conditions are not favorable to the safety of the participants.
There will be no cancellation due to bad weather, so the tour will be carried out even in rain and/or cloudy weather, except in case of force majeure.
In case of cancellation by the consumer, there will be a refund according to normative deliberation nº 161, of August 9, 1985 of Embratur, under the following conditions:
The customer provides a substitute
The customer may leave the amount in credit, to participate on another date.

If the above hypotheses are not feasible, the following percentages will be applied to the amount paid:
Cancellation with 30 days’ notice: 90% of the total paid.
Cancellation with 21 to 29 days’ notice: 80% of the total paid.
Cancellation with 7 to 20 days’ notice: 50% of the total paid.
Cancellation with less than 7 days’ notice: No refund.
Cancellations during packages: No refund.
>>Itinerary alteration: check with the agency for conditions.<<
Participation and reservation fee: Once the reservation is confirmed, 10% of the value referring to this itinerary is charged as a penalty in case of cancellation 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. The passenger who, of their own free will, leaves the group during the trip or changes the contracted lodging, will assume any and all expenses resulting from this attitude, without the right to reimbursement.

Accomodation at Pati Valley (Capão Valley)
Shared room at native’s houses at Vale do Pati
*Tell us if you need a private room.

General Information abaout Pati Valley 5 Days (Capão Valley)

Category: Trekking (hiking and sleep at lodgings);
Distance: 78km (Hiking);
Distance by car: 100km;
Difficulty: Moderate/Hard;
Effort Level: Moderate
Elevation Gain: 1.000m
Maximum altitude: 1.350m
Attractions: Check the Itinerary tab;
Swimming spots: 5+;
Departure: 8:00 a.m.;
Return: 6:00 p.m.

Requirements
Participants must be over 18 years old. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian. Physical fitness for steep descents and ascents on rugged terrain, crossing rivers and streams, scrambling, and walking long distances.
Inform about dietary restrictions
Prices are subject to change. Contact our customer service to confirm the exact price during your stay.
*Confirmed reservations do not have a price adjustment.
Price: R$3.700 per person (minimum 2 people).

Liability Waiver and Activity Level Classification

Safety at Pati Valley 5 Days (Capão Valley)
Your safety, comfort, and enjoyment are our top priorities. For this reason, we have guides trained in APH (Pre-Hospital Care) and CMC (Minimum Conduct Competencies) courses according to ABNT standards, with some also certified in WAFA. All guides are equipped with first aid kits for remote areas and bring extensive mountain experience.
However, we emphasize that this is not a 100% safe activity. Despite all the care, precautions, and responsibilities we uphold, unforeseen events and accidents can occur. Like most adventure activities in natural environments, there is an element of risk (venomous animals, falls with fractures and abrasions, storms, floods, general accidents, etc.). The chosen journey takes place in wilderness areas, where rescue procedures can be lengthy (they may take over 5 hours to initiate, and this service is not included in our reservation). Mechanical issues with transportation vehicles can also cause delays or alter the trip.
Therefore, we stress the critical importance of participants bringing all the mandatory equipment listed on the checklist tab. Missing mandatory equipment will prevent participation in the activity.
In the Pati Valley, there is limited infrastructure for rescues and removal with the aid of mules (weight limit of 110 kg). Please contact us for further information.

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