Morro de São Jerônimo
A table mountain and one of the highest points in the national park. From the top you can look over the plateau cliffs and the Cuiabá plain, but the hike requires a guide.
Morro de São Jerônimo rises to about 836 m. It is one of the most distinctive table mountains on the Chapada dos Guimarães plateau and holds sacred significance for the Bororo people. The trail to the summit covers about 18 km round trip, passing through cerrado grassland, sandstone pillars and cliffs. From the top you can overlook the area around Véu de Noiva Falls and the Cuiabá plain. The full hike takes 6 to 8 hours and is strenuous. It must be done with a licensed guide, starting early in the morning, and you should bring plenty of water and sun protection.
Opening hours
Guide required; depart early morning
Nearby sights
- Circuito das Cachoeiras
- Véu de Noiva Waterfall
- Mirante Alto do Céu
- Portão do Inferno
- Salgadeira
- Igreja de Sant'Ana
- Morro dos Ventos
- Cidade de Pedra