Between monumental peaks and valleys covered in greenery, the Serra dos Órgãos National Park is one of those places that takes your breath away even before the first trail. Located in the mountainous region of the State of Rio de Janeiro, between the municipalities of Teresópolis, Petrópolis, Guapimirim and Magé, the park houses one of the largest networks of trails in the country. There are more than 200 Km, at all levels of difficulty, connecting forests, rivers, waterfalls and viewpoints with breathtaking views. The classic Petrópolis-Teresópolis crossing is a 30 Km trekking experience crossing high-altitude fields and cloud forests, revealing landscapes of pure grandeur.

The mountainous landscape is marked by rock formations sculpted by time, transforming the park into one of the main climbing areas in Brazil. In total, there are more than 130 routes, with the highlight being Pedra do Sino (2,275 m high), the highest point. A symbol of Brazilian mountaineering, Dedo de Deus rises like a giant stone pointing to the sky, one of the park’s most iconic attractions. But it’s just the beginning! Peaks like Agulha do Diabo and the challenging Escalavrado (1,406 m high) are the setting for unforgettable journeys.

For those who prefer more tranquil activities, the park also offers short trails, crystal-clear waterfalls, stunning viewpoints, and leisure areas perfect for family picnics. A sanctuary of Atlantic Forest, its biodiversity is impressive: more than 2,800 species of plants and hundreds of birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. With good infrastructure, signage, mountain shelters, and visitor centres, the Serra dos Órgãos National Park is an invitation to slow down, take a deep breath, and be enchanted by nature in its most imposing and inspiring form.