Jalapão is located east of the capital of Tocantins, so it borders several small towns where travelers can begin their journey in this Desert of Waters, extremely surprising and of unparalleled beauty.

For those who want to visit the place, they need to travel 180 kilometers from Palmas and head to one of the small towns on the border of Jalapão. Among the city options, there are several, such as Novo Concordo, Mateiros, Santa Tereza, Ponte Alta and São Félix. It is important to remember that the entire journey must be done in 4×4 cars, which makes the adventure unforgettable right from the start.

Breathtaking nature

A very simple way to classify the jalapão would be “Stunning nature”, in fact the landscape of the cerrado that permeates the entire place can be seen in the smallest details, and can be seen in its lagoons, lakes, dunes, streams and waterfalls that together give a A more than magnificent contrast for the destination, which is extremely unexplored and exclusive.

As soon as you enter Jalapão it is possible to refresh yourself, observe the fauna and flora in the smallest details, as it is possible to see nature in its purest state. And all this without you having to worry about many tourists and adventurers, as Jalapão can be an exclusive paradise, as it is still very little visited, it still manages to maintain the preservation atmosphere, essential for a great adventure.

Boilers

The most impressive thing about Jalapão is that if you return to the place 10 times you will still be able to find something unusual. This is due to its boiling waters, which can be considered a type of spring/well that amuses the most curious tourists.

The name boiler refers to what happens to the water in these wells, as there is a force at the bottom that prevents people from reaching the end of that incredibly crystal clear and fresh water.

Jalapão Dunes

The Jalapão dunes are some of the most imposing sand walls that provide the best sunsets in Brazil. These places can be visited in a day trip to be able to appreciate the place as soon as day falls, with the landscape becoming an orange, pink and reddish place until night begins to fall, so that the immensity and silence becomes a wonderful resting place.

Tranquility away from civilization

Jalapão is an ideal place for people who want to get away from civilization, which has become increasingly noisy and stressful, and Jalapão is considered the ideal destination, especially if the traveler wants to visit Serra Geral, which is located just over two hours' drive from the last village.

There it is possible to take a tour of the Suçuapara Canyons, where travelers can take a short trail on steep terrain with a gravel floor, but quite firm. The most impressive thing about the place is that along the way you can walk in the waters of the canyon, in order to appreciate all the beauty, which is definitely one of the most beautiful landscapes on the entire globe.

What is important to take for your trip to Jalapão

In your suitcase for Jalapão you will need to have: light and comfortable clothes, hiking and trail running shoes, swimming goggles, hat or cap, sunscreen and insect repellent. Furthermore, it is very important that you always have bottles of water and food that are easy to transport, such as cereal bars or nuts.

In addition, it is possible to camp in the region, in which case it is necessary to bring equipment to camping such as a tent, sleeping bag, flashlight, stove and other important things. It is important that the traveler also has a “first aid kit” on hand as it will not be so simple to find a village that has a grocery store or pharmacy.

When is the best time to visit Jalapão?

The best time to travel to Jalapão is the dry season, which runs from May to September. During this period, the water in the boilers is extremely clear and there is no risk of rain disturbing your plans. This way, the months of May and June are ideal, as the humidity doesn't get so low that it interferes with your breathing during walks.

The rainy season, which runs from October to April, is not the most suitable season for those who want to get to know the region. With the rain, some attractions cannot be visited due to the rain and outdoor activities are also very restricted.

What can be done in Jalapão?

As mentioned, the main attraction of Jalapão is its boiling waters, some of which stand out even more to visit. Among them it is possible to mention:

This cold water boiler has springs sprouting from the sand, which pour out bubbles, giving the impression that the place is constantly boiling. One of the differences of this boiler is that when you stand on the water outlet, your body does not sink.

This boiling point is the largest and most famous, measuring 15 meters in diameter, with blue-green water and is surrounded by trees and buritis trees. This renewing experience presents a wonderful contact with nature. However, entry to this boiler room costs R$15 and allows visitors to stay in the water for 20 minutes, with a maximum limit of 10 people at a time.

This boiler is located in an inn of the same name, where you can stay, stay in the camping area and have your meals in the restaurant.

The Fervedouro Encontro das Águas is the one that has one of the highest pressures of all in its springs, so that you can't really sink. One of the most fun games at the place is trying to push people down and see that they continue to float. However, this boiler is quite small, and only four people can enter at a time.