Diamantina Mountains

In 1844, when the miners were on their way to search for precious stones, they discovered a wide plateau that had a hidden treasure of diamonds! That’s why Chapada Diamantina is known to be as “Plateau of Diamonds”. People today not only glorify the beauty of Chapada Diamantina because of diamonds but also for being the one-stop destination for hiking! Yes, you read that right. With water gushing through the plateau, birds chirping on the trees and animals wandering in the forest; Chapada Diamantina is a treat for all the adventure junkies and nature lovers. This beautiful region of Bahia state is blessed with stunning mountain ranges, breathtaking waterfalls accompanied by the azure sky which adds to the fabulous trekking experience. And, not to forget the  Lençois Chapada Diamantina , a colonial mining town famous for its diamond mines. Due to its pleasant climate and beautiful narrow streets, Lençois is worth visiting once in a lifetime. Surrounded by beautiful flora and fau...

Chapada Diamantina is a beautiful trekking site. There are multiple trails that can be explored and is an absolute delight for all its visitors. Whether you want to explore the natural beauty or have a hiking trip, the national park in Brazil has it all. You know the beauty that Brazil beholds and you are all set to explore it on a hiking trip, but one fundamental question still remains to be answered. Should you book a guide or should you be your own guide? Well, when you plan to go on a  Chapada Diamantina trekking , you should know certain facts and details about the trails that can help you decide. Read on to know more. The first thing that you should know is that the trails are clear. And by clear we mean that the trail does not have overgrowth and you will not have to mow your way to the destination. But, and here comes the tough part, the trails are not very clear. And by this, we mean that the trails are small, intermingled and often confusing. Now, you can take a map a...