Hike to the mystic rocks (3h, private) Brazil | Florianopolis
This two-hour hike to the mystic rocks is one of the best walks on the island of Florianopolis, the path leads through Atlantic forest, up to a mountain peak from which you can enjoy an unique view of the district Lagoa da Conceicao and the beaches Praia Mole, Praia Galheta, Praia Barra da Lagoa and Praia Mocambique. Only here you can feel the energy of the mystic rocks, which were used by the natives of the island for their rites, more than thousand years ago. On our way back we will also visit a local nature conservation project.
Itinerary
This two-hour hike to the mystic rocks is one of the best walks on the island of Florianopolis, the path leads through Atlantic forest, up to a mountain peak from which you can enjoy an unique view of the district Lagoa da Conceicao and the beaches Praia Mole, Praia Galheta, Praia Barra da Lagoa and Praia Mocambique. Only here you can feel the energy of the mystic rocks, which were used by the natives of the island for their rites, more than thousand years ago. On our way back we will also visit the local nature conservation project "Salve Floripa", which fights for the conservation of the Atlantic Forest. The hike down from the peak takes about 30 minutes.
Services
- Transfer to/from hotel/pousada in Florianopolis
- German speaking guide
- 2-hours hike
- Donation to the project “Salve Floripa” is included
Info
- Tour departs daily
- Difficulty level is easy to moderate
- This day trip can only be booked together with at least one overnight stay in Florianopolis
Please bring along
- Sturdy shoes
- Sun hat and sunscreen
- Water
- Money for food and drinks
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