The pick up is in Pto Alegre and drop off in Florianopolis. You can book your flights from Sao Paulo to Alegre and return from Florianopolis. Florianopolis is a great beach vacation island and excellent for add on holidays.

Day 1 Imagine yourself arriving in a remote place in lands south of Brazil, and finding a ranch very close to one of the most beautiful canyons of the world. Yes, it is from a special place like this that our expedition begins. We will be traveling the mountain range between Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina. Situated between Cambará do Sul and the Fortaleza Canyon near the Aparados da Serra National Park, is a fazenda”/ranch transformed in a lodge with the charm of rural country houses and that’s where we will stay our first night.
For the next six nights we will alternate between comfortable tented camps and mountain ranch lodges.
Day 2  We drive to the Cabana Fortaleza where we will meet our horses and do the first day of ride, reaching the border of Fortaleza Canyon , the most beautiful of the Canyons of The Park , with 7,5 km and till 1.157 ms deep This will be our first night of this “expedition for adventurers with class and style” when the “lodging” and meals will take place in the outdoors. Lodging and feeding services are provided by the Overland team, our partner in outdoors logistics who developed a special project for Brazil Cavalcades with our technical camps using state of the art imported equipment (huts of the bungalow type) which will provide comfort and safety.
Day 3 We start the day at dawn, proceeding on horseback to the Serra do Rio do Rastro in Sta Catarina, traveling through an area of unique beauty, with typical sceneries that match those of the Fields from the Mountain top, displaying the greatness of the Atlantic Forest found in the low lands of the passes; fields that spread throughout the plateau, where you also see ferns, lilies and bromeliads that sprout in the rich hillsides. During the itinerary, the diverse fauna shows its wealth and we will pass by a beautiful waterfall, adding a certain charm to the cavalcade. At the end of the day we arrive at another charming fazenda / ranch where we will have our dinner and stay overnight.
Day 4  We continue our journey trailing the scarps of the Aparados da Serra where the monumentality of nature provides us with an experience that goes beyond the cavalcade itself by adding all these moments of wonderment. This will be another day when the “lodging” and meals will take place in the outdoors, at the camp
Day 5  A special moment in the fourth day is the crossing of the Pico do Monte Negro (Black Mountain Peak), at 1.403 meters high it is the highest point of the Rio Grande do Sul. At this height, with majestic landscapes spreading through its skyline, one cannot avoid being overwhelmed by a unique feeling of freedom. At the end of the day we arrive another charming fazenda / ranch where we will have our dinner and sty overnight
Day 6  After horseback riding for five days, at the end of the sixth day of Expedition, we will have crossed the river in the border of the state of Rio Grande do Sul, entered in the lands belonging to the state of Sta Catarina. This will be another day when the “lodging” and meals will take place in the outdoors, at the camp
Day 7 we will continue our ride trailing the scarps until arrive at the Rio Rastro Resort, located at the top of the Serra do Rio do Rastro, at an altitude of 1500m .The lodge offer the best in comfort and gastronomy.
Day 8  A beautiful day to explore the amazing countryside riding along a peninsula in the escarpment with cliffs on three sides . If you prefer you opt for trout fishing (right in front of one’s hut), some time in the spa, heated swimming pool, etc. In the afternoon we say good bye to the horses and certificates will be awarded. Dinner and overnight,
Day 9  Departure after breakfast to the airport in Florianopolis..

The climate in the area is moderate and always a bit humid. The annual average temperature ranges around 21ºC — with maximum temperature ranging between 24ºC and 27ºC and lows between 9ºC and 15ºC.
The fog, present basically all year long, also known by the name of “Nothing” appears all of a sudden and, very quickly, makes everything disappear, so one can’t see even a step away; the fog turns deep valleys invisible, then, back to visible again. The worst month for fog is October and parts of September and November. The fog disappears as quickly as it comes in. BEst months are March to June. July and AUgust as well, but it can be quite cool during this time.

Our lodging alernates between fazenda accommodations, resort and a luxury movable tent camp. All these lodgings have been visited and pre-approved. In the programs with a camping option, we are also able to offer good quality secure tents. 

*Please note we require a minimum of 6 people for camping. Otherwise all nights will be spent in the lodges.*

Meals
The program includes three meals a day. Please note that some days lunch is a picnic, or pre-packed, lunch. We always include typical Brazilian food in the menu. We can accommodate vegetarian and other dietary needs.

Passports
Passports valid for at least six months from date of entry required by all nationals referred to in the chart.
Passport Note
All non-Brazillian nationals under 18 years of age, when not accompanied by both parents, must have a birth certificate (an original or authenticated photocopy). This must be in English, French, Portuguese or Spanish, otherwise an official translation must be presented as well. When travelling alone or with one parent, a declaration from the absent parent(s) must be presented authorising the journey and giving the name and address of the person in Brazil who will be responsible for the minor. In the case of divorced or deceased parents, papers attesting to full custody must be presented.
All travellers must be in possession of onward or return tickets and sufficient funds to cover their stay.

Visas
Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except the following:
(a) 1. nationals of EU countries (except nationals of Cyprus, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Malta who do require a visa) for touristic and business stays of up to 90 days;
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey to a third country by the same or first connecting flight, provided holding onward documentation and not leaving the airport.

Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Types of Visa and Cost
Tourist: cost varies according to nationality. Generally, it is around £30. Other prices, based on reciprocity, are £28 (for nationals of Australia); £52 (for nationals of Canada); free, but £104 processing fee (for nationals of the USA). British citizens requiring visas with a validity over 180 days will be subject to a processing fee of £124. Business and Transit: cost varies according to nationality; contact the consulate for details.
Validity
Normally 90 days from date of issue, although this is at the discretion of Brazilian immigration officials. Tourist visas can be used for multiple entry within the period of validity. Tourist visas can be extended up to a further 90 days, provided the application is made at least two weeks before the expiration of the visa. Nationals should apply in Brazil to the federal police; this must be done before the visa expires or nationals risk deportation.

Note: Some Brazilian immigration officials have been restricting single male tourists aged 25-50 to stays of up to 30 days, particularly in the north east region, in an effort to combat sex tourism.
Applications to:
Consulate (or consular section at the embassy); see Contact Addresses. Applications made through travel agents or by post are subject to a fee of £8.
Working Days Required
Depends on nationality. Up to three days for applications made in person and 10 days for applications made by a third party. Additional time is required to process applications made by post.