
Tapiraí Waterfalls
Two waterfalls on easy trails, 130 km from São Paulo
With 80% of its land in Atlantic Forest, Tapiraí is a refuge of birds, streams and artisan shops. Chá Waterfall drops 30 m and is named after an old tea plant nearby. Leave in the morning, back at night, no early hours: a good first trip.
Why go
Easy level
Two short trails, 2.4 km and 2 km in total.
Two waterfalls
Chá Waterfall in the morning and Escondida Waterfall in the afternoon.
No early hours
Meet at 6:45 a.m., back around 7 p.m. the same day.
Photos of the place
Itinerary
From Chá to Escondida
- Breakfast at a bakery in town
- 9 a.m.: trail to Chá Waterfall
- Noon: lunch at Restaurante Cabeça da Anta
- 1 p.m.: trail to Escondida Waterfall
What’s included
- Round-trip transport
- Certified adventure tourism guide
Not included
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
Is it for me?
- Lunch is not included: the group stops at a restaurant on the way.
Where it is
What to bring
- Swimwear and towel
- Dry clothes for the way back
- Sneakers or sport sandals
- Water and trail snacks
FAQ
How do I book?
Choose the date, option and number of travelers and check out. Your booking is confirmed once payment is approved and the confirmation email is sent. Read purchase and cancellation
What if it rains or the weather changes?
For safety, the route may be adjusted or rescheduled if there’s a risk. See Purchase and cancellation (in Portuguese). Read purchase and cancellation
Can I cancel?
Yes. The amount retained depends on how far in advance you cancel. Full rules are in Purchase and cancellation (in Portuguese). Read purchase and cancellation
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