Brazil’s Hidden Highlands of Wonder

With deep canyons, soaring plateaus, underground rivers, and cascading waterfalls, Chapada Diamantina is one of Brazil’s most spectacular and diverse natural parks. Located in the heart of Bahia, this enchanting region is a haven for hikers, explorers, and dreamers, offering a perfect mix of adventure, serenity, and surreal beauty.

Why Visit?

Once a diamond-mining hotspot (hence the name), Chapada Diamantina is now a protected national park filled with natural treasures. You’ll find epic hiking trails, crystal-clear natural pools, and towering waterfalls like Cachoeira da Fumaça, one of Brazil’s tallest, and the magical Poço Azul and Poço Encantado, where sunlight filters through water in glowing blue tones.

The region’s iconic tabletop mountains (chapadas) and panoramic viewpoints, like Morro do Pai Inácio, provide unforgettable views over endless green valleys and dramatic rock formations. Trails wind through caves, forests, rivers, and wild terrain that shift from one awe-inspiring scene to the next.

The towns of Lençóis, Vale do Capão, and Igatu serve as welcoming bases, each with its own charm, offering pousadas, local art, delicious Bahian food, and a laid-back vibe deeply connected to nature and wellness.

The Vibe

Chapada Diamantina is mystical, adventurous, and soul-stirring. It’s a place to unplug, hike for hours, swim in hidden lagoons, and fall asleep under a starry sky. Whether you're scaling cliffs or meditating by a waterfall, Chapada invites you to discover Brazil’s wilder, quieter side—a journey of both inner and outer exploration.