Walk to the Big Rock in Cantareira State Park: Optional airport pick-up
Take a private guided hiking tour in the Cantareira State Park, about 40 minutes away from São Paulo's downtown by private vehicle.
The hike has the main target of reaching Pedra Grande (big rock) which is a 1010 meter high belvedere about 5 kilometers away from the park’s main entrance (10 km walk round-trip), where visitors can contemplate one of the most splendid views of São Paulo.
In order to reach Pedra Grande viewpoint, visitors hike on unpaved roads uphill, on trails of light level of difficulty and surrounded by native forest, lush landscape, little falls and animals, particularly monkeys.
About an hour and a half walk from the park’s main entrance, rests a beautiful lake. Take a break at the edge of it, then continue on for more thirty minutes reaching out the belvedere.
Once on the top resting area of Pedra Grande, take in the incredible views spanning all the vastness of São Paulo looking across the valleys towards the largest city in the Southern hemisphere.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Parque Estadual Cantareira - Nucleo Pedra Grande, Rua do Horto 1799 Horto Florestal, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo 02377-000 Brazil
We meet you at your hotel and depart to the north of the city. After about fifty minutes of travel, we enter Cantareira State Park, a natural reserve that extends over more than 7,900 hectares: the equivalent of 8000 football fields!
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Parque Estadual Cantareira - Nucleo Pedra Grande, Rua do Horto 1799 Horto Florestal, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo 02377-000 Brazil
Once we're among the Cantareira mountain range, we begin our hiking itinerary leading us to reach Pedra Grande. Along the way, we will be able to contemplate the lush natural landscape and small waterfalls, as well as observe the animals that live in the park. Keep your eyes peeled and, with a little luck, you will spot some monkeys!
After an hour and a half of walking, we will make a stop on the shore of Lago das Carpas, where we can regain strength and relax in the midst of nature.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Parque Estadual Cantareira - Nucleo Pedra Grande, Rua do Horto 1799 Horto Florestal, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo 02377-000 Brazil
We will continue our journey for another thirty minutes, until we reach Pedra Grande, a viewpoint located at 1010 meters above sea level from which we will enjoy incredible views of São Paulo and the valleys surrounding the city. The contrast between the metropolis and the surrounding forest is truly amazing!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Restaurante As Véia - O Velhão, Estr. Santa Inês, 3.000 - Jardim Santa Ines, Mairiporã - SP, 07610-300, Brazil
Finish off with a fantastic lunch at "O Velhão” restaurant complex (not included) and sip the famous cachaça, the Brazilian national drink of which the restaurant offers many varieties.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo
Our experienced guides are local experts on the regions ecology and wildlife with an unmatched passion for the area.
On the way back to São Paulo, you will have the opportunity to ask the guide for more information about the flora and fauna, but also about the history of this area.
We conclude the activity by taking you back to the starting point in São Paulo.
Duration: 50 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duration: 6 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
PICK-UP INFORMATION:
• Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of São Paulo limits or its greater area.
• We DO NOT do pick-ups in the countryside or coastal area of the state of São Paulo.
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DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS:
• Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of São Paulo limits or its greater area.
• We DO NOT do drop-offs in the countryside or coastal area of the state of São Paulo.
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AIRPORTS ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS:
• Once you have arrived at the airport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private transfer vehicle.
"For tours starting at the airport, please send us the flight information so that we can track it and be waiting for you at the right time and terminal."
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HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS:
• As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby.
Airports- Guarulhos Intl Airport, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo Brazil
- Congonhas Airport, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo Brazil
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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