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Morro do Pai Inácio - Chapada Diamantina -

The Morro do Pai Ináciois is the most iconic marvel in the Chapada Diamantina. It takes 20 minutes to reach the summit which is 300 meters (984 feet) high. You'll find a magnificent view of the Chapada Diamantina from the top of the hill.

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Morro do Camelo - Chapada Diamantina -

The Morro do Camelo is another well-known plateau. It stands out on the Chapada Diamantina's horizon.

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Cachoeira do Riachinho - Chapada Diamantina -

Cachoeira do Riachinho is one of the easiest spots to reach. (Cachoeira is the Portuguese word for waterfall.) Riachinho boasts a series of eight-meter-high (26-foot-high) waterfalls and invigorating natural pools. 

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Vale do Capão - Chapada Diamantina -

The Vale do Capão marks the beginning of the most difficult part of the trek through Chapada Diamantina. 

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Cachoeira da Fumaça - Chapada Diamantina -

Cachoeira da Fumaça, or "waterfall of smoke," got its name thanks to the thin curtain of water that falls through an opening in the cliff wall. 

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Cachoeira da Fumaça - Chapada Diamantina -

If you want to cool down at the Cachoeira da Fumaça, be prepared for a 3-day trek up and down the hills through Vale do Capão.

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Cachoeira das Orquídeas - Chapada Diamantina -

Cachoeira das Orquídeas might look small but it's actually 4 meters (13 feet) high. It has a large enough volume of water to accommodate swimmers. 

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Gruta Lapa Doce - Chapada Diamantina -

You should only venture into the Gruta Lapa Doce accompanied by a professional guide. The trip involves a steep climb through the rock formations.

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The Chapada dos Guimarães National Park is full of waterfalls, caves, ponds and trails.

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Cachoeira Véu de Noiva - Chapada dos Guimarães -

This waterfall is one of the best-known natural wonders of the state of Mato Grosso. It comes from an offshoot of the Coxipó River that pours through the sandstone cliff and forms a huge pool.

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Morro de São Jerônimo - Chapada dos Guimarães, Mato Grosso -

The Morro de São Jerônimo is Chapada dos Guimarães' highest point, reaching 850 meters (2,789 feet).

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Between rocks - Chapada dos Guimarães -

During the hike to the top of the Morro de São Jerônimo, you'll find bizarre rocks that look like they were carved by hand.

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Waterfall - Chapada dos Guimarães -

You can find several waterfalls spread throughout the Chapada dos Guimarães National Park.

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Cliffs - Chapada dos Guimarães -

The rocky cliffs impress and challenge the brave adventurers who risk trekking through Chapada dos Guimarães.

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Caverna Aroe Jari, Chapada dos Guimarães, Mato Grosso -

Caverna Aroe Jari is the largest sandstone cave in Brazil. It leads to the crystal clear waters of the Gruta da Lagoa Azul, however, it's forbidden to bathe in these waters.

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Chapada dos Veadeiros - Goiás -

The Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park in the state of Goiás is a Brazilian nature reserve listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Inside the park, you'll find rolling green hills and waterfalls that are up to 120 meters (400 feet) in height.

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Cachoeira Almécegas - Chapada dos Veadeiros -

After 1.5km (0.9 mi) on the Chapada dos Veadeiros' trail, you'll find a quartzite wall where water flows through trees and plants. Further down the trail, you'll reach a beautiful clear pool where you can cool off. 

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Cachoeira da Santa Bárbara - Chapada dos Veadeiros -

The Cachoeira da Santa Bárbara is undoubtedly one of Chapada dos Veadeiros' most beautiful waterfalls. Its crystal-clear waters make it a great place for visitors to bathe.

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Catarata dos Couros - Chapada dos Veadeiros -

The Catarata dos Couros is formed by a number of rapids, waterfalls, and pools. Although it looks difficult to reach, the access trail is quite easy to hike. The only difficulty is choosing where to relax among so many hidden pools!

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Cachoeira das Sete Quedas, Chapada dos Veadeiros -

Only the brave reach the Cachoeira das Sete Quedas! Much of the long journey involves trekking through water. 

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The Chapada dos Veadeiros is known for its beautiful orange sunsets. 

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Chapada das Mesas, Maranhão -

The Chapada das Mesas National Park is a nature reserve of approximately 160,046 hectares.

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Morro do Chapéu - Chapada das Mesas -

The Morro do Chapéu is the most famous mountain on the plateau. Although it's not very high at 378 meters (1,240 feet), trekking to the top requires skill and experience due to its difficult sandstone surface.

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Portal da Chapada - Chapada das Mesas -

At the top of this wall, the wind force has opened a crack in the shape of Tocantins, the state neighboring the Chapada das Mesas, in Maranhão.

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Cachoeira de São Romão - Chapada das Mesas -

The Cachoeira São Romão is only 70 km (45 mi) from the city of Carolina. However, the route includes a dirt track that requires a four-wheel drive. 

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Jalapão, Tocantins -

The Jalapão state park is a Brazilian nature reserve in the middle of the state of Tocantins.

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Red sand dunes, Jalapão -

Red sand dunes over 30 meters (100 feet) high make Jalapão look like a distant planet from the Star Wars universe. There are even ponds and streams hidden between the curves. 

See also: Fascinating facts about the Sahara desert

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