BEST FOR:
The biggest Brazilian canyons can offer you contemplation and adventure. Located 250 km from Porto Alegre, the city of Praia Grande (SC) is at the foot of the canyon, while Cambará do Sul (RS), one hour distant, is on the top. Between the cities there is the National Park, where plain and short trails (from 1 to 3 km) lead to astonishing views over Fortaleza canyon. There are also some impressive must-see lookouts along the road. You are invited to experience a variety of attractions aimed at ecotourism, with breathtaking landscapes, a lush forest, giant waterfalls, river trail with crystal clear water, and majestic canyons. A field that seems to have no end, rough, wild and grandly seductive, with landscapes that are responsible for unique sensations.
WHEN TO GO:
HOW LONG
3-5 days
3-5 days
WEATHER
Summer gets foggy along the day, but is best to get in the waterfalls and rivers. Winter gets chill but usually have clearer days.
Summer gets foggy along the day, but is best to get in the waterfalls and rivers. Winter gets chill but usually have clearer days.
WHAT TO DO:
Light to moderate trails lead to some of the best spots, but if you want more, horseback riding, balooning, biking, trail, 4×4 and other activities can go from moderate to difficult . Pick yours. Sightseeing of Itaimbezinho and Fortaleza canyons will take you to the famous spots. If you are up to deeper and more physical activities, you can hardly wait for them. Our selection of local partners bring the best professionals always with safety in mind. Starting with Trilha do Rio do Boi, a full-day 14 km trail inside the canyon will take you to the heart of it. Be prepared to cross the river multiple times and walk in exuberant vegetation. Malacara, Borda Sul of Fortaleza Cannyon are some of other trails to experiment. Balloning is another activity that will make this tryp remarkable.
Light to moderate trails lead to some of the best spots, but if you want more, horseback riding, balooning, biking, trail, 4×4 and other activities can go from moderate to difficult . Pick yours. Sightseeing of Itaimbezinho and Fortaleza canyons will take you to the famous spots. If you are up to deeper and more physical activities, you can hardly wait for them. Our selection of local partners bring the best professionals always with safety in mind. Starting with Trilha do Rio do Boi, a full-day 14 km trail inside the canyon will take you to the heart of it. Be prepared to cross the river multiple times and walk in exuberant vegetation. Malacara, Borda Sul of Fortaleza Cannyon are some of other trails to experiment. Balloning is another activity that will make this tryp remarkable.
WHERE TO STAY:
For a better experience, plan two stay two days in Praia Grande, where you can go to the bottom of the canyons. The other two days, stay in Cambara do Sul so you can enjoy the top of the canyons
For a better experience, plan two stay two days in Praia Grande, where you can go to the bottom of the canyons. The other two days, stay in Cambara do Sul so you can enjoy the top of the canyons
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