Pati Valley, Chapada Diamantina
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Pati Valley: Deep Immersion (6 days)

Uma jornada épica pelo coração da Chapada Diamantina. 80 km de pura conexão com a natureza, pernoites em casas de nativos e paisagens que desafiam a imaginação.

trending_up Difficulty Challenging
distance Distance 80 km
schedule Duration 6 days
landscape Max. altitude 1,280 m

Day by day

Day 1: Gerais do Rio Preto

The trip opens across the high open grassland of the Gerais, with the range in view and the first of the rocky cerrado plants. Night at Seu Wilson’s house.

Day 2: Castelo Hill

A technical climb to the top of Castelo Hill, through a quartzite cave near the summit, to one of the best known viewpoints in Brazil. Night at Prefeitura.

Day 3: Cachoeirao from above

Out to the rim of Cachoeirao. In the wet season you can count up to twenty separate falls dropping into a canyon 300 m deep.

Day 4: Poço da Árvore and the Pati river

Down to the river bed, with a swim at Poço da Árvore and time in the rainforest that follows the valley floor. Night at Dona Raquel’s house.

Day 5: Ladeira do Império

A climb on nineteenth century stone paving, with the Sincorá range in view, crossing over towards Vale do Capão.

Day 6: the way back

A last quiet descent into Andaraí, then the transfer back to Lençóis, with one more river swim on the way.

Moments from the trail

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View of Pati Valley
A villager’s house, Pati Valley
A waterfall in Chapada Diamantina
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"It changed something in me. Mula Trekking handled every logistical detail without a slip."

Ricardo Mendes

Trekkers Club

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"Climbing Castelo Hill with guides who know every rock makes all the difference. Safety and knowledge, top marks."

Mariana Silva

Trip in 2023

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"The home cooking in the villagers’ houses is something else. A real connection to Pati culture I did not expect."

João Pedro

Solo traveller

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"An extremely professional team. The route is demanding, and it pays you back at every viewpoint."

Ana Paula

Chapada expedition

Price per person

US$ 690
check_circleProfessional local guide
check_circleFull board (breakfast, trail snack, dinner)
check_circleAccommodation in villagers’ homes
check_circleFull adventure insurance
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What a day on the Pati Valley trail looks like

Days without a signal, at the pace the valley itself keeps.

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Morning

Breakfast cooked by your hosts, with what the region produces.

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On the trail

Caminhadas de cerca de 13 km por dia, com paradas estratégicas em cachoeiras e mirantes.

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Dinner and talk

A full meal from the wood stove, and the evening spent talking with your hosts.

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Rest

Silent nights under one of the clearest skies in Brazil.

Local community, Pati Valley
WHAT WE STAND FOR

Why walk with Mula Trekking?

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Local Guides

We work only with guides born in the valley or living there for decades. That means real safety and stories you will not read anywhere.

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Regenerative Tourism

We follow a leave no trace policy, and the money from each crossing stays with the families who live in the valley.

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Certified Safety

First aid kits, certified guides and radio communication on every route.

Frequently asked questions

How fit do I need to be for the 6 day Pati Valley trek?

The 6 day route is rated challenging, covering 80 km with a high point of 1.280 m. You do not need to be an athlete, but you should be walking regularly beforehand. Anyone comfortable on uneven ground for several hours a day will manage it.

Where do I sleep during the trek?

In the homes of the families who live in Pati Valley. Each night is hosted by a different household, with a made bed, a blanket, a towel and a bathroom, and meals cooked on a wood stove. It is also what keeps the money from tourism inside the valley.

What is included in the price?

Included: a professional local guide; full board (breakfast, trail snack, dinner); accommodation in villagers’ homes; full adventure insurance. Not included: transfer to the starting point.

Do I need to bring a sleeping bag?

No. The houses provide a bed, a blanket and a bath towel, so there is no need for a sleeping bag, a mat or a towel. That is a large part of why this trek needs a much smaller pack than a camping crossing.

Can the mules carry my bag?

Mule support is optional, charged separately and booked in advance. If you take it, the mules move your main pack between overnight stops and you walk with a small daypack. If you do not, plan to carry everything yourself. Arrange it when you book the trek.

Is there mobile signal in Pati Valley?

Do not count on any signal on the trail. Some houses have wifi kept for emergencies, which is how you would reach family if you needed to. The houses do have power outlets, so you can charge a phone at the end of the day. Tell people at home you will be offline for a few days.

Can you cater for dietary restrictions?

Yes. The kitchens in the valley cater for any diet, including vegetarian, vegan, intolerances and allergies. Tell us when you book: food is bought and prepared in advance, and once the trek starts there is no way to improvise in the valley.

When is the best time of year to walk it?

Each season gives you a different valley. From October to March, in the Brazilian summer, the waterfalls run full and everything is green, with rain likely in the afternoon. From April to September, the dry season, the trails are firmer and the sky clearer, with cool nights.

Do I need a guide to enter Pati Valley?

Yes. Pati Valley sits inside Chapada Diamantina National Park, the trails are unmarked and there is no mobile signal. We work only with guides who were born in the valley or have lived there for decades, and who know the river conditions and the families hosting each night.