ATL to GRU...
July 18, 2022 in the United States ⋅ 🌧 75 °F
Although it's a late departure from Atlanta once airborne it's a relaxing and enjoyable flight to Sao Paulo.
Now A Bus...
July 19, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F
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...
July 19, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ☀️ 77 °F
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..
July 19, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ☀️ 77 °F
With a bird's eye view of this densely packed but sprawling metropolis.
Arriving Bonito..
July 19, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ☀️ 88 °F
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
July 19, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ☀️ 88 °F
A simple but charming local hotel within walking distance of downtown Bonito highlights.
Not A Surprise...
July 19, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ☀️ 88 °F
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...
July 19, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ☀️ 86 °F
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...
July 19, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ 🌙 82 °F
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
July 19, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ 🌙 77 °F
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
July 19, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ 🌙 79 °F
Dining entertainment...
Symbol Of Bonito
July 19, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ 🌙 73 °F
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
July 20, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
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..
July 20, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 68 °F
Located on private farm land, a full day is planned here for hiking, exploring and swimming.
No Better Way...
July 20, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 70 °F
To start your day than with 3 servings of fruit. Orange, Banana and Coconut Cake.
Local Residents
July 20, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 73 °F
Who are not shy about meeting new guests.
Language Lesson
July 20, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 73 °F
Now you have no reason to go thirsty.
The Adventure Begins
July 20, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 75 °F
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
July 20, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 77 °F
With views of interesting trees that are hundreds of years old.
The First Waterfall...
July 20, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 77 °F
And the most picturesque and famous one at Boca da Onca.
Janela do Ceu
July 20, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 79 °F
The Window of Heaven.. Stunning!
Hike From Janela do Ceu
July 20, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 79 °F
Below Janela do Ceu
July 20, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 79 °F
Still a beautiful view from below the Window of Heaven.
More Hiking...
July 20, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 81 °F
Along well maintained trails that's mostly shaded and peaceful to walk.
Cave Swimming...
July 20, 2022 in Brazil ⋅ ⛅ 82 °F
Crystal clear water about 12 feet deep for a COLD but refreshing swim.







































































