Hike Brazil's Lost World

Whilst there are no technical sections on this trip, the ground can be rugged with up and downhill walking, as well as the level terrain on the valley floor. You will need a good level of fitness - you'll be hiking for five days, for between 5 and 7 hours in duration and carrying all you need for those five days in your backpack. Your hike to Cachoeirão Waterfall on Day 5 is a hefty one at around 17km.

You'll be hiking north to south through the Pati Valley of Chapada Diamantina National Park. There will be rocky ascents and descents, with slippery conditions underfoot at times and sections of scrambling, as well as shallow river crossings. You will be hiking at approximately 700m to 1500m above sea level.

For the five main hiking days in Chapada Diamantina, you'll need to have a large daypack of at least 50 litres, suitable for carrying all the belongings that you will need whilst hiking each day and overnight at the local homestays, including personal items and water. Pack your gear into dry bags inside your daypack in case of rain.

Your main baggage, in which you can leave all items that you won't specifically need on the hike, can be securely stored at the pousada in Lençóis whilst you are hiking in Chapada Diamantina National Park. Any excess luggage can be stored in the hotel in Salvador before you head west and collected on your return.

Brazil is a large country with a huge variety of climates across different environments. Chapada Diamantina National Park, located in Bahia state, is semi-arid with a tropical climate and fairly stable temperatures across the year, but the weather can be changeable. It’s generally warm and sunny in the daytime with a cool breeze at night, making this a year-round destination. There are two seasons, the dry and cooler months are between May and October and the warmer and wetter months are between November and April.

Between May and October, the daytime temperatures are generally between 17°C / 62°F to 26°C / 79°F, and down to between 10°C / 50°F and 14°C / 57°F at night.

Between November and April, the daytime temperatures are generally between 22°C / 68°F to 30°C / 86°F, and down to between 13°C / 55°F and 15°C / 59°F at night.

Tap water in Brazil is not safe to drink. You will be able to refill your water bottle using filtered water available at the accommodation. Please pack your own reusable bottle, it will be well used.

Water bottles with inbuilt filters are becoming increasingly popular for travellers to use in countries without clean tap water. Please see our guide for advice on the best water filters for adventurers if you wish to bring your own filtration bottle on this trip

Sure can! Over 50% of our travellers travel solo, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.

Tips are not included in the trip cost. These are entirely at your discretion and not expected in Brazil. If you wish to tip the tour leader and local guides, we suggest the below as a guideline per person:

£4 / $5 USD / R26 BRL per person, per day

Of course, you are free to tip more or less, and the amount should be reflective of your perception of service and quality - a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.

We recommend checking out the country specific information here and also talking to a travel nurse.

Our recommended travel insurance provider is Campbell Irvine.

Travel insurance is compulsory for all of our adventures and you are required to provide your policy information before departing.

Your insurance should include adequate protection for overseas medical treatment, evacuation/repatriation, your baggage and equipment and the specific activities involved on your adventure. We also strongly recommend it includes cancellation and curtailment insurance, should you be unable to join your trip for specific reasons such as illness.

We fully endorse Campbell Irvine as their insurance offers all of the above, so get in touch with them or call on 020 7938 1734 to get your insurance sorted. We suggest that you book travel insurance as soon as you book your adventure, just to cover you for any last-minute life changes. We know you’re an active lot and injuries do happen!

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All of our group adventures are specially designed for adults to enjoy (18+) as we want these adventures to bring together outdoorsy people who are truly like-minded. Children can be accommodated on some private departures.

You're always in good company on one of our adventures.

Our trips are typically made up of a mixture of solo travellers and small groups of 2 or 3 friends, with most in their 30s-50s.

Our sociable adventures are solo-friendly by design and naturally attract outdoorsy people with a shared mindset; a love for adventure, a desire to push themselves and meet awesome, like-minded people along the way.

It’s this camaraderie that has so often turned a great adventure into a life-changing one.

Don't just take our word for it:

• 95% of people rate the group dynamics on our trips 5/5
• 90% of people recommend joining a trip to make new friends
• 75% of people have met people on our trips that they would now consider friends

See here for more info about the Much Better Adventures tribe.

Interested in a more exclusive experience? Opt for a 'Private Group' through the dates and prices tab to book this adventure for just you and your chosen companions.

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