Rafting in Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park
Rafting in Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park
We'll meet up at 10 am at Rua Borba Gato in Cavalcante, where, after learning the safety rules, we'll strap on our helmets, vests, and other rafting equipment.
Then, we'll prepare the rafts and set off down the river in Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park. We'll float down several rivers and streams along the 14-kilometer (8.7-mile) route and overcome a total of five rapids. The Funil do Paranã rapid will really get your adrenaline pumping!
Halfway through the trip, we'll dock the rafts and stop to rest and take a refreshing dip in the river. After this, we'll hop back on the rafts and continue paddling, this time until we reach the native Kalunga community. We'll get to visit the house of one of the members of the community.
Here, they'll offer us a typical Kalunga lunch that includes a selection of local products such as rice, beans, pasta, farofa, salad, fried plantain, cassava, chicken, and free-range eggs. It'll be quite the feast!
After lunch, we'll visit the Tia Lió Kalunga Memorial and talk with the matriarch Laia Procópia, who was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for her defense of the Quilombo Kalunga territory.
Finally, we'll walk back to the meeting point in Cavalcante, where we'll arrive at 4 pm.
More Information
Duration
6 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Included
English–speaking instructor
Rafting material
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up until 12 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- Is there a water dispenser.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity promotes local production.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Zaltana Ecoturismo
Corporate name: RODRIGO BATISTA NEVES 01871278163
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - Your safety is our priority. Civitatis works with certified providers for reliable and safe adventures. More information
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Rua Borba Gato, Quadra 24
