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Take a private guided hiking tour in the Cantareira State Park, about 40 minutes away from São Paulo's downtown by private vehicle.
The hike has the main target of reaching Pedra Grande (big rock) which is a 1010 meter high belvedere about 5 kilometers away from the park’s main entrance (10 km walk round-trip), where visitors can contemplate one of the most splendid views of São Paulo.
In order to reach Pedra Grande viewpoint, visitors hike on unpaved roads uphill, on trails of light level of difficulty and surrounded by native forest, lush landscape, little falls and animals, particularly monkeys.
About an hour and a half walk from the park’s main entrance, rests a beautiful lake. Take a break at the edge of it, then continue on for more thirty minutes reaching out the belvedere.
Once on the top resting area of Pedra Grande, take in the incredible views spanning all the vastness of São Paulo looking across the valleys towards the largest city in the Southern hemisphere.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
PICK-UP INFORMATION: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of São Paulo limits or its greater area. • We DO NOT do pick-ups in the countryside or coastal area of the state of São Paulo. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of São Paulo limits or its greater area. • We DO NOT do drop-offs in the countryside or coastal area of the state of São Paulo. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AIRPORTS ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: • Once you have arrived at the airport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private transfer vehicle. "For tours starting at the airport, please send us the flight information so that we can track it and be waiting for you at the right time and terminal." - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: • As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby.
Itinerary
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We meet you at your hotel and depart to the north of the city. After about fifty minutes of travel, we enter Cantareira State Park, a natural reserve that extends over more than 7,900 hectares: the equivalent of 8000 football fields!
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Once we're among the Cantareira mountain range, we begin our hiking itinerary leading us to reach Pedra Grande. Along the way, we will be able to contemplate the lush natural landscape and small waterfalls, as well as observe the animals that live in the park. Keep your eyes peeled and, with a little luck, you will spot some monkeys! After an hour and a half of walking, we will make a stop on the shore of Lago das Carpas, where we can regain strength and relax in the midst of nature.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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We will continue our journey for another thirty minutes, until we reach Pedra Grande, a viewpoint located at 1010 meters above sea level from which we will enjoy incredible views of São Paulo and the valleys surrounding the city. The contrast between the metropolis and the surrounding forest is truly amazing!
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Finish off with a fantastic lunch at "O Velhão” restaurant complex (not included) and sip the famous cachaça, the Brazilian national drink of which the restaurant offers many varieties.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Our experienced guides are local experts on the regions ecology and wildlife with an unmatched passion for the area. On the way back to São Paulo, you will have the opportunity to ask the guide for more information about the flora and fauna, but also about the history of this area. We conclude the activity by taking you back to the starting point in São Paulo.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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