The hard one

Fumacinha Waterfall

A waterfall hidden at the end of a narrow canyon with 290-metre walls. The trail is hard and takes two days, with a night of camping.

Sunset in the Chapada Diamantina, a person with arms raised
Duration 2 days
Difficulty Hard
Distance 18 km
Max. altitude 980 m
Overnight 1 night camping near the falls

About this route

Ibicoara · rocky grasslands · the riverbed · Fumacinha canyon

Two days of hard trail, with steep descents and river crossings, to a 100-metre fall inside a canyon 5 metres wide. You camp near the falls for the night.

Day by day

  1. Day 1: the trail into the canyon

    • From Ibicoara across the rocky grasslands
    • Steep descents to the riverbed
    • River crossings and a walk up the canyon

    Overnight: Camp near the falls

  2. Day 2: Fumacinha, and back

    • The last stretch to the foot of Fumacinha
    • A cold swim in the pool
    • Back on the same trail

What is included

Included

  • Professional local guide
  • Full board (breakfast, trail snack, dinner)
  • Lodging or camping
  • Full adventure insurance

How to book

  1. Message us on WhatsApp

    Tell us the date and how many people. We confirm a guide is available.

  2. Sort out the details

    Meeting point, start time and what to bring.

  3. Pay by Pix or card

    Pix or credit card.

Before you go

What life on the trail is like

Two days on the trail and a night camping near the falls.

Waking up

Home-made breakfast prepared by your local hosts with produce from the area.

The trail

Walking, with stops at waterfalls and viewpoints.

Dinner and conversation

Plenty of food from the wood stove and conversation with the people who live in the valley.

Rest

Quiet nights and a sky full of stars, with no city lights nearby.

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is the trail to Fumacinha Waterfall?

The trail is rated hard, covering 18 km with a high point of 980 m. It takes 2 days.

What is included?

Included: a professional local guide; full board (breakfast, trail snack, dinner); hospedagem ou Acampamento; full adventure insurance.

Can I combine this with the Pati Valley trek?

Yes. We build combined itineraries around your dates and the time you have. Sort it out with us on WhatsApp before booking.

Can you cater for dietary restrictions?

Yes, for any diet, including vegetarian, vegan, intolerances and allergies. Tell us when you book so the food can be bought and prepared in advance.

When is the best time of year to visit?

From October to March, in the Brazilian summer, the falls run heavier and the vegetation is greener, with rain likely in the afternoon. From April to September, the dry season, the trail is firmer and the viewpoints clearer.