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3-Days Hike from Paraty: Praia do Sono, Saco Bravo & Cairuçu

Moderate

Group

English, Portuguese, French

hike 3 days through Brazil’s Juatinga Ecological Reserve near Paraty. Visit Praia do Sono, Antigos and Antiguinhos beaches, swim at Galhetas and Saco Bravo waterfalls,hike the “enchanted forest” trail to Cairuçu das Pedras. Includes all meals.

Spend three days exploring the Juatinga Ecological Reserve, one of the most beautiful and least-visited stretches of the Costa Verde. This trek links secluded beaches, two waterfalls and a spectacular forest trail, with comfortable time to enjoy every stop.

You only need a small backpack. Meals and accommodation are arranged in local Caiçara villages, so you experience the culture as well as the scenery.

On the first day you start in Cairuçu das Pedras and hike 6.6 km to Ponta Negra on what your guide calls the “enchanted forest” trail, climbing to about 600 m. It is the most demanding day, but the natural beauty is outstanding. You have lunch, enjoy the natural pool and beach, and finish in Ponta Negra with a traditional Caiçara dinner and a night in a simple, cozy guesthouse.

On the second day, after a hearty breakfast, you hike about 8 km round trip to Saco Bravo Waterfall, which drops into a natural pool beside the open ocean. The walk takes about 2 hours each way. You return to Ponta Negra for lunch and have a free afternoon to enjoy the beach. You spend the second night in Ponta Negra.

On the third day you hike about 8 km from Ponta Negra to Vila Oratório. Along the way you visit Galhetas Waterfall, with its three natural pools, and the beaches of Antiguinhos, Antigos and Praia do Sono. You arrive around 4:00 PM.

What's included?

✓Meals: Dinner (Day 1& 2), Breakfast (Day 2 & 3), Lunch (Day 2 & 3)

✓2 nights of accommodation in a shared room in a simple guesthouse

✓Boat transfers

✓Pick Up & Drop Off at Meeting Point

✓Licensed local guide

✓Pick-up included*

✓Drop-off included*

Exclusions

✗Drinks

✗Tips (optional)

✗Travel insurance

✗Personal expenses

Please note

Difficulty: Moderate. Daily distances range from 6.6 to 8 km. Day 3 includes a climb to about 600 m and is the most demanding. Good basic fitness is required.
Accommodation is simple and rustic. Rooms are shared, and facilities are basic.
Dietary requirements: Vegetarian and vegan meals are available on request. Please tell us when you book. Other allergies or dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated, so please bring your own food if needed.
Transfer: The transfer between Paraty and the reserve is not included and can be booked as an extra optional.
Connectivity: Mobile signal and electricity may be limited or unavailable. Bring a power bank.
Weather and tides: Rain can make trails muddy and slippery, and waterfalls may be unsafe when rivers are high. The guide may change the route or schedule for safety.
Swimming: Swim at your own risk and follow your guide’s instructions.
Not recommended for: people with serious mobility, heart or knee problems.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
After Booking: we send you a suggested equipment list and a participation contract with a medical form to complete.
Minimum age: 8 years. Children must be used to physical exercise and in good physical condition.
Weather: If the tour cannot run because of weather, we will reschedule it or refund you.
Respect the reserve and local communities. Please take all your trash with you.

What do I need to bring?

Small backpack (you only need a few changes of clothes)
Sturdy hiking shoes or trail sneakers with good grip
Quick-dry hiking clothes
Swimsuit and quick-dry towel
Sandals or flip-flops for the beaches and guesthouses
Light rain jacket or poncho
Hat or cap and sunglasses
Sunscreen and insect repellent
Reusable water bottle (at least 1.5 L)
Your own food, if you have allergies or dietary restrictions
Personal medication
Headlamp or flashlight
Power bank
Plastic or dry bags to protect electronics and clothes
Cash in Brazilian reais (R$) for extras and drinks
Water purification tablets (chlorine or hydrosteril), so you can refill your bottle from springs on the trail
ID or passport

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day before the start of the experience.

More information

Experience type

MULTI_DAY_TOUR

Booking in advance

Cut off: 1 day

Duration

Difficulty

Moderate

Know before you go

Minimum age of participants is: 8

Tour ID

1329410

Operated by

Braza Tours

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