Sobre o Roteiro
Juatinga Essentials is a trekking experience along Brazil’s Green Coast, combining mountains, rainforest, secluded beaches and close contact with traditional caiçara communities. The package begins at Barra Funda Station in São Paulo, where we will board private transport to Paraty. Throughout the six-day journey, our team will take care of all scheduled road and boat transfers, accommodation, meals and guided hikes.
Our first major attraction will be Saco do Mamanguá, a spectacular tropical fjord-like inlet surrounded by the mountains of the Atlantic Forest. After travelling by boat to Praia do Cruzeiro, we will climb Mamanguá Sugarloaf Peak. Although the trail is relatively short, it is very steep and gains approximately 425m of elevation, leading to one of the most impressive viewpoints on Brazil’s Green Coast.
The journey continues through the beaches and communities of Cajaíba Bay. We will hike through places such as Itaoca, Pouso da Cajaíba, Martim de Sá, Cairuçu das Pedras and Ponta Negra, alternating between rainforest trails, beaches, rocky coastal sections, climbs and descents. Our three nights inside the reserve will be spent in simple local homes or caiçara guesthouses, offering an authentic insight into the culture and way of life of these traditional coastal communities.
Our final hiking day will be dedicated to Saco Bravo Waterfall, where water flowing from the rainforest forms a natural pool on the rocky coastline overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Access depends on sea conditions and must be undertaken with a guide or local leader accredited by Inea. The itinerary does not require any technical mountaineering experience, but participants must be physically prepared for four consecutive days of hiking over uneven terrain, in hot and humid conditions and with some steep climbs.
Itinerário
Juatinga Traverse – 6 days
FULL PACKAGE: São Paulo → Paraty → Saco do Mamanguá → Mamanguá Sugarloaf Peak → Pouso da Cajaíba → Martim de Sá → Cairuçu das Pedras → Ponta Negra → Saco Bravo Waterfall → Ponta Negra → Paraty → São Paulo
Day 1 – São Paulo → Paraty
Meeting at Barra Funda Station in São Paulo, where we will board a private van to Paraty, on the southern coast of Rio de Janeiro state. The journey normally takes between 5 and 6 hours, depending on traffic and the stops made along the way. Upon arrival, we will check in at our accommodation, introduce the group and meet the guides for a briefing covering the itinerary, expected conditions and personal equipment. Dinner will be at your own expense in Paraty. Included: private transport from São Paulo to Paraty and shared accommodation.
Day 2 – Paraty → Saco do Mamanguá → Mamanguá Sugarloaf Peak → Pouso da Cajaíba
We will leave Paraty early and travel towards Vila Oratório. From there, local transport will take us to Paraty-Mirim, where we will board a private boat to Praia do Cruzeiro in Saco do Mamanguá. We will then climb Mamanguá Sugarloaf Peak on a hike of approximately 3km return, gaining around 425m of elevation over some very steep sections. From the summit, we will enjoy panoramic views across Mamanguá and its beaches, islands and surrounding mountains. After descending, we will continue by boat to Praia Grande da Cajaíba. From there, we will hike through the beaches and communities of the region until we reach Pouso da Cajaíba, passing through areas of Atlantic Forest and small caiçara settlements. We expect to arrive during the afternoon, followed by dinner and an overnight stay in a local home or caiçara guesthouse. The approximate hiking distance for the day is 7km. Included: breakfast, trail snack, road and boat transport, guides, dinner and accommodation.
Day 3 – Pouso da Cajaíba → Martim de Sá → Cairuçu das Pedras
After breakfast, we will begin hiking towards Martim de Sá Beach. There will be time to rest and enjoy one of the best-known beaches in the Juatinga Reserve before continuing along the coastal trail to Cairuçu das Pedras. The route crosses rainforest, hillsides and sections of beach, with a succession of climbs and descents. The approximate hiking distance is 9km. In the late afternoon, we will reach the community of Cairuçu das Pedras, where we will stay in traditional caiçara accommodation. Access to the beach and sea will depend on the conditions assessed by the guides. Included: breakfast, trail snack, guides, dinner and accommodation.
Day 4 – Cairuçu das Pedras → Ponta Negra
After breakfast, we will leave Cairuçu das Pedras and continue towards Ponta Negra. Although the distance is approximately 7km, this is one of the most physically demanding sections of the itinerary, with a long climb, uneven terrain and considerable cumulative elevation gain. We expect to reach Ponta Negra in the early or mid-afternoon. The rest of the day will be free to relax, explore the community and enjoy the beach. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be provided in a local home or caiçara guesthouse. Included: breakfast, trail snack, guides, dinner and accommodation.
Day 5 – Ponta Negra → Saco Bravo Waterfall → Ponta Negra → Paraty
We will have an early breakfast before beginning the hike to Saco Bravo Waterfall. The return route is approximately 8.4km and normally requires up to 6 hours of activity. The trail includes climbs, descents, roots, rocks and sections that may become slippery. At Saco Bravo Waterfall, access to the rocky coastline and natural pool will depend on sea conditions, water volume and the guides’ assessment. After the visit, we will return to Ponta Negra for lunch. During the afternoon, we will board a private boat to Laranjeiras or Vila Oratório and then continue by road to Paraty. Upon arrival, we will check in at our accommodation. Dinner will be at your own expense. Included: breakfast, trail snack, an accredited guide or local leader for Saco Bravo, lunch, boat transport, road transport and accommodation in Paraty.
Day 6 – Paraty → São Paulo
After breakfast, we will begin the return journey by private van to Barra Funda Station in São Paulo. We will stop for lunch along the way, which is not included in the package. Our arrival time may vary depending on traffic, road conditions and any operational changes to the previous day’s boat journey. Included: breakfast and private transport from Paraty to São Paulo.
IMPORTANT NOTE: all timings, boarding locations and the order of activities are operational estimates. The itinerary may be modified by the guides due to weather, trail conditions, sea conditions, boat availability, Juatinga Reserve regulations or the pace of the group. Safety will always take priority over completing the entire programme exactly as described.
Equipamentos necessários
Os clientes Gente de Montanha terão assistência em todos os passos da aquisição de equipamentos:
💬 Orientação pré-expedição para todos os equipamentos
💰 Cupons de desconto em lojas parceiras no Brasil
💵 Descontos no aluguel de equipamentos, se necessário
✔️ Verificação pessoal de cada item no dia da chegada
🧗🏻 Treinamento para o uso correto em todas as expedições
Equipment is one of the essential elements of a successful adventure like this. Your equipment will be checked by the guide shortly after arrival.
- 🍬 Snacks – Chocolate, gummies, crisps and other easy-to-carry and easy-to-eat food. We provide trail snacks, but it is always useful to bring something extra.
- 👖 Waterproof trousers – It is very important to have waterproof trousers. Ideally, bring waterproof overtrousers or similar rain trousers.
- 🛍️ Plastic bags – Keep your belongings inside thick plastic bags or dry bags in case it rains.
- 🔦 Headtorch – Do not forget batteries or a charger.
- 🥾 Trekking boots – Ideally, bring sturdy trekking boots with good soles, preferably water-resistant.
- 👡 Crocs or sandals – For comfort at the guesthouses and for crossing rivers.
- 👕 2 or 3 Dry-Fit T-shirts – One is already included, but you may bring another two.
- 🩳 Shorts, swimwear and a towel.
- 😎 Sunglasses.
- 🎒 Backpack – 35 litres.
- 👖 1 or 2 pairs of trekking trousers – Quick-drying trekking trousers are recommended.
- 🧦 3 pairs of socks – Trekking socks.
- 🧥 Waterproof jacket – Ideally, bring a Gore-Tex or similar waterproof shell jacket.
- 🧴 Sun cream and lip balm.
- 🍶 Water bottles – Containers with a total capacity of 2 litres, such as bottles or a hydration bladder.
- 🛀 Personal hygiene items – Toothbrush and personal care items. Towels are available at the guesthouses.
- 👕 Comfortable clothes – For relaxing at the guesthouses.
INCLUDED ITEMS
- 🍽️ Dinners
- 🍳 Breakfasts
- 🥪 Trail snacks
- 🧢 Gente de Montanha bandana
- 👕 Gente de Montanha long-sleeve Dry-Fit shirt
- 🚐 All scheduled transport
EQUIPMENT YOU CAN BUY FROM US
- 🔦 Headtorch – USD 15
- 🧥 Waterproof jacket – USD 65
- 🥼 Fleece top – USD 35
- 🧤 Fleece gloves – USD 10
- 🥾 Trekking boots – USD 85
- 👖 Waterproof trousers – USD 40
- 🧦 Trekking socks – USD 10
- 🎒 30L backpack – USD 85
- 👖 Trekking trousers – USD 55
Opcionais para seu roteiro
Investimento
do roteiro
Incluído no pacote
- Professional guide leadership throughout the itinerary
- Local guides and community-based leaders for the activities inside the Juatinga Reserve
- An Inea-accredited guide or local leader for Saco Bravo Waterfall
- Assistant guide for larger groups, according to group size
- Private transport between Barra Funda Station, Paraty and São Paulo
- Road transport between Paraty, Vila Oratório and Paraty-Mirim
- All boat transport scheduled in the itinerary
- Two nights of shared accommodation in Paraty
- Three nights in local homes or caiçara guesthouses, in shared accommodation
- Breakfasts as specified in the itinerary
- Three dinners in the caiçara communities
- One lunch in Ponta Negra on the final hiking day
- Trail snacks during the four days of activity
- Personal accident insurance during the activities
- Guides trained in first aid and a group medical kit
- Gente de Montanha bandana
- Gente de Montanha long-sleeve Dry-Fit shirt
- Assistance with the purchase or rental of personal equipment
Não incluído no pacote
- Flights or transport to the meeting point in São Paulo
- Personal trekking equipment
- Backpack porter service (you'll have to carry 5-7kg)
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Lunches during the road journeys
- Dinners in Paraty
- Drinks, including alcoholic beverages and additional orders at the accommodation
- Travel insurance covering cancellation, medical expenses or evacuation
- Private room or single accommodation
- Tips for guides, boat operators and local staff
- Personal expenses
- Transport or accommodation resulting from voluntarily leaving the itinerary
- Additional costs caused by circumstances outside the organisation’s control
- Any service not specifically listed under “Included”
