Ancestral Waters
Known as the Pantanal of Chapada Diamantina, Marimbus reveals permanent waters, aquatic vegetation, and silent canoe crossings. For those seeking authentic experiences, Ancestral Waters connects nature, Quilombola culture, and diamond mining memories in a journey between water and rocks, where stories of resistance, traditional knowledge, and local flavors reveal the living essence of a people.
- Duration
- 1 day
- Distance
- 12 km
- Level
- Moderate
- Departure
- Lençóis
- Group
- up to 8 people
Day by day
Each day is split into stages, with time, type of activity and tips from your guide. Open and close the stages to read at your own pace.
Lençóis - Pantanal marimbus
At 8h, we leave Lençóis heading to the quilombola community of Remanso, about 20 km away. Including the river paddling distance and the walk, it adds up to 12 km.
Pantanal Marimbus: Caldeirões do Roncador
There, we board canoes along the Santo Antônio River, paddling for about 9 km until reaching the Roncador River. It takes around 2 hours crossing serene waters, aquatic vegetation, and landscapes of singular beauty. During the paddle, we offer coffee, hot chocolate, and cookies, a treat to warm the body in the midst of nature.
Caldeirões do Roncador
Between rocks sculpted by time, the Caldeirões do Roncador reveal natural pools reminiscent of the famous Caldeirões do Serrano, in Parque da Muritiba. Here, the water creates its own natural whirlpool, inviting your body to slow down and your senses to awaken. You will have two hours to swim, relax, and feel the living energy of Chapada Diamantina, at nature's own pace.
Caldeirões: local restaurant: Lençóis
After bathing in the natural pools, we will stop at a local restaurant to enjoy delicious homemade food, celebrating regional cuisine and directly supporting the community's economy. Following this moment of rest and authentic flavors, we will return to Lençóis, with arrival scheduled around 16:30.
- Lençóis - Pantanal marimbus
- Pantanal Marimbus: Caldeirões do Roncador
- Caldeirões do Roncador
- Caldeirões: local restaurant: Lençóis
- Round-trip transfer
- Certified native guide
- Complimentary treats during the tour
- Canoe with native rower.
- Breakfast
- Medical evacuation
- Snack
* Water (1.5L per person) • * Hiking shoes or boots • * UV protection shirt • * Swimwear • * Cap or hat • * Sunscreen • * Insect repellent • * Personal medication • * ID document • * Backpack for belongings Recommended • Rain poncho (body and backpack cover) • Sunglasses • Snack or fruit • Towel • Dry bag for camera
no extra fees
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Moderate: A peaceful tour, with navigation on calm waters and light walks, ideal for those seeking contact with nature without great physical effort.
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