Raizama

Santuário Raizama sits in the canyon of the São Miguel River, very close to Vila de São Jorge, in Chapada dos Veadeiros. The trail walks the canyon rim, with lookouts, pools and a fall hidden among the rocks. It is not Vale da Lua: that valley is another place, often done the same day.

The trail

It is about 2.6 km round trip, easy to moderate, with one descent and wooden platforms on part of the path. In the dry season more swim stops open, including a jet that works as a natural jacuzzi. In the rains fewer pools are open.

How to get there

From São Jorge it is a few kilometers of dirt, about 2 to 6 km depending on where you start in the village. From Alto Paraíso, about 42 km, almost all pavement on GO-239 and a dirt finish. Reception has parking. Entry is paid at the sanctuary.

Pairing

Raizama fits a morning. In the afternoon, Vale da Lua or Segredo are the neighbors people ask for most. Bring sunscreen: part of the rim is open.

Photo: Augusto Miranda / Ministry of Tourism. Public domain. Credit required.