Located in the State of Tocantins in the North of Brazil, is an oasis Jalapão lost in the midst of a large vegetation. The scenario that is revealed is a mixture of amazing scenery of golden sand dunes, oases in the middle of this magical wilderness, dense forests, large waterfalls, streams, ponds, rivers, crystal clear waters, colorful mountains, plus red sand, forming a destination for ecotourism and adventure tourism in Brazil.

Where does the name Jalapão? Its name comes from a very common plant in the region of Jalapa Brazil, used to cure stomach problems, and having a bitter taste, the locals tend to take it together with a piece of bread (in Portuguese pão) where the juxtaposition of "Jalapa-pão.

In this scenario calls for the adventure are golden dunes of up to 40 meters in height, leading to rename the name of the desert Jalapão. It would be a desert but is also a paradise of crystal clear water and a place the presence of flowers and exotic animals captivate our attention, inviting us to contemplate this wonderful landscape.

Now, to know this inhospitable region is necessary to have a spirit of adventure, Jalapão as well as having one of the lowest population densities of Brazil, has almost no tourism infrastructure, the few lodging options are hardy, making it a magnet for those who go in search of big emotions.

With regard to climate, the average temperature of the region is 30 ° C, in addition, there are two well-defined periods, a rainy from October to April, and the other dry from May to September, the latter being the best time to visit because provides better conditions and the river are lower Novo, facilitating the practice of rafting, one of the best ways to learn Jalapão.

A characteristic of the region is the production of handicrafts made with herbs that gold existed only in Tocantins. With her community Mumbuca formed by 165 people, mostly descendants of slaves who migrated from Bahia in search of better living conditions, make exquisite handicrafts such as bracelets, key rings, belts, baskets, plates and other items that glow as if works were in gold.

In Jalapão we will find an endless array of natural attractions such as Cave Suçuapara of 15 meters in height with a cascading waterfall Velha with two breaks in the form of a horseshoe of 25 m and 100 m wide. Lajeado Waterfall, with a series of steps by which the falling water to form a cascade of 10 m and a natural pool. Fervedouro; a small hole with crystal clear waters and warm, surrounded by banana, white sand bottom, forming a natural swimming pool tempts us to a relaxing bath, and many waterfalls, pools, caves, dunes and more.

And the nights Jalapão, are attracting them, enjoy starry nights and the sound of nature in this scene with a cinematic landscape that invites us to adventure tourism in Brazil.

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