Trilha da Cachoeira do Elefante
Fee required
Embark on the challenging Elephant Waterfall Trail, the oldest and largest in Serra do Mar State Park, leading to the stunning Elephant and Véu da Noiva Waterfalls and traversing the historic Trade Route.

📜 The oldest and largest trail in Serra do Mar State Park – Bertioga Nucleus.
🏞️ Leads to the stunning Elephant and Véu da Noiva Waterfalls, with the Véu da Noiva visible from the SP-098 km 86 viewpoint.

Why Go

🌊 Explore the largest waterfall in the region
🚶‍♀️ Hike through dense forest and cross Rio Itapanhaú, sometimes requiring anchoring
📜 Discover the history of the ancient Trade Route
🌿 Experience ecotourism in a state park

Why Avoid

⚠️ Considerable difficulty level, requires mandatory monitoring
⏳ Trail duration is 4 hours, plan accordingly
🚫 Maximum capacity of 50 people per period, reservations needed
🌧️ No tours on rainy days for safety

💰 Cost

An estimated R$ 90,00 per person, which often includes 2 environmental guides, adventure insurance, ticket registration, and mandatory equipment.

⏱️ Hours

🗓️ Monday to Sunday
⏰ 6h to 12h

🧒 Age Restrictions

Minimum age for participation is 5 years old.

⛰️ Difficulty

Considered a difficult trail, requiring good physical condition and adherence to monitor instructions.

Checklist

👟 Sturdy hiking shoes or closed shoes (mandatory)
💧 Water (minimum 2 liters) and snacks
📞 Contact for reservations
🦟 Repellent, 🧴 sunscreen, 🧢 hat/sunglasses
☔ Rain gear/capa de chuva (mandatory)
👕 Light, comfortable clothes (long sleeve UV protection and long pants recommended/mandatory)
🩱 Swimwear, towel, and a warm layer/blouse
🔦 Flashlight (mandatory)
🃏 Document with photo
🗑️ Sacolinhas to bring your trash back

Managed By

🤝 Associação Bertioguense de Ecoturismo (ABECO)
🤝 Associação de Monitores Locais de Bertioga (AMOLB)

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