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The Jalapão state park is a Brazilian nature reserve in the middle of the state of Tocantins.
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.
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.
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.
The Chapada das Mesas National Park is a nature reserve of approximately 160,046 hectares.
The Chapada dos Veadeiros is known for its beautiful orange sunsets.
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.
Only the brave reach the Cachoeira das Sete Quedas! Much of the long journey involves trekking through water.
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!
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.
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.
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.
Inside the park, you'll find rolling green hills and waterfalls that are up to 120 meters (400 feet) in height.
The rocky cliffs impress and challenge the brave adventurers who risk trekking through Chapada dos Guimarães.
The Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park in the state of Goiás is a Brazilian nature reserve listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
You can find several waterfalls spread throughout the Chapada dos Guimarães National Park.
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.
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.
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.
You should only venture into the Gruta Lapa Doce accompanied by a professional guide. The trip involves a steep climb through the rock formations.
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.
The Morro de São Jerônimo is Chapada dos Guimarães' highest point, reaching 850 meters (2,789 feet).
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.
The Chapada dos Guimarães National Park is full of waterfalls, caves, ponds and trails.
The Morro do Camelo is another well-known plateau. It stands out on the Chapada Diamantina's horizon.
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.
The Vale do Capão marks the beginning of the most difficult part of the trek through 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.
When you think about Brazil the first things that come to mind are beautiful beaches and lush forests, but the good news is that there's even more to Brazil when it comes to natural beauty. Those who enjoy practically untouched natural landscapes and a good adventure will love to learn about the Brazilian chapadas. These plateaus are rock formations with altitudes that range from 300 to 2,810 meters (985 to 9,219 feet) above sea level. The chapadas boast rich fauna and flora as well as breathtaking views!
Click through the gallery for a tour of some of Brazil's most jaw-dropping natural wonders.
Discover the magnificent beauty of Brazil's plateaus
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When you think about Brazil the first things that come to mind are beautiful beaches and lush forests, but the good news is that there's even more to Brazil when it comes to natural beauty. Those who enjoy practically untouched natural landscapes and a good adventure will love to learn about the Brazilian chapadas. These plateaus are rock formations with altitudes that range from 300 to 2,810 meters (985 to 9,219 feet) above sea level. The chapadas boast rich fauna and flora as well as breathtaking views!
Click through the gallery for a tour of some of Brazil's most jaw-dropping natural wonders.