ATL to GRU...

Although it's a late departure from Atlanta once airborne it's a relaxing and enjoyable flight to Sao Paulo.
Now A Bus...

GRU.. is primarily for International flights so its a bus ride to CGH for my next flight to Bonito. It's about a 90 minutes ride and cost around $7.
Sao Paulo Congonhas...

The "late flight" scenario continues even in Brasil but like leaving Atlanta late, fortunately this is not going to really impact my travel plans.
Adios Sao Paulo..

With a bird's eye view of this densely packed but sprawling metropolis.
Arriving Bonito..

After a 1:45 hour flight, a serious contrast in landscape and scenery than Sao Paulo. Bonito airport is a small one building operation. About a 20 min ride into town where a taxi will cost you aRead more
Cambara Suites

A simple but charming local hotel within walking distance of downtown Bonito highlights.
Not A Surprise...

That there's a love for Bonito. A quaint downtown street with lots of shops and restaurants plus many outdoor adventures within easy reach.
Unidas...

Having a car in Bonito is almost a must. So book one early particularly if you want one at the airport. Interestingly, you have to pay a cleaning fee.
A Dusty Sunset...

This time of the year it's the dry season but just outside of town on a dirt road is a good spot to see the sun saying goodnight to Bonito.
Casa Do Idao

One of the most popular restaurants in Bonito for dinner. Nice outdoor dining area with great service along with an abundance of food.
Casa do Iado

Dining entertainment...
Symbol Of Bonito

At first it's hard to imagine the importance of this downtown park display until you venture to the rivers just outside the city.
Good Morning.. Bonito

It's an early get up and going for about a 90 minute drive to Boca da Onca passing a lot of farmland and cow pastures along the way.
Boca da Ocna..

Located on private farm land, a full day is planned here for hiking, exploring and swimming.
No Better Way...

To start your day than with 3 servings of fruit. Orange, Banana and Coconut Cake.
Local Residents

Who are not shy about meeting new guests.
Language Lesson

Now you have no reason to go thirsty.
The Adventure Begins

After registration formalities and breakfast it's about a 10 minute ride across grazing land to the starting point of the hike.
Start Of Hike

With views of interesting trees that are hundreds of years old.
The First Waterfall...

And the most picturesque and famous one at Boca da Onca.
Janela do Ceu

The Window of Heaven.. Stunning!
Hike From Janela do Ceu

Below Janela do Ceu

Still a beautiful view from below the Window of Heaven.
More Hiking...

Along well maintained trails that's mostly shaded and peaceful to walk.
Cave Swimming...

Crystal clear water about 12 feet deep for a COLD but refreshing swim.