Pedra Alta & Pontinha Viewpoints Hike

On this hiking route through the viewpoints of Pedra Alta and Pontinha, you'll experience stunning vistas of Fernando de Noronha and visit beautiful natural pools.

Pedra Alta & Pontinha Viewpoints Hike

Your reservation can include one of the routes mentioned below. Both options come with hotel pickup and a Portuguese-speaking guide, and both require a reservation with ICMBio.

4-hour Route

After hotel pickup, we will proceed to Vila do Trinta to begin the hike through the viewpoints of Pedra Alta and Pontinha. The trail follows the coast of Mar de Fora for approximately 2.3 miles (3.7 km) through volcanic rocks until we reach the viewpoints.

Here, stunning views of the Fernando de Noronha archipelago await, alongside opportunities to capture beautiful memories. We will also stop at natural pools for swimming and exploration of marine biodiversity.

The hike concludes at Caieira Beach, after which we return to your hotel.

5-hour Route

Beginning with hotel pickup, we will embark on a 3.1-mile (5 km) walk to Vila do Trinta. A stop at Atalaia Beach will offer a natural aquarium experience with instructions for eco-friendly exploration. Snorkeling will also be available.

Next, we will continue to the viewpoints of Pedra Alta and Pontinha for more spectacular views, followed by visits to additional natural pools for more swimming opportunities.

The hiking tour will end at Caieira Beach, after which we will return you to your hotel in Fernando de Noronha.

ICMBio Reservation

To participate in this activity, reservations with ICMBio (Chico Mendes Institute for Biodiversity Conservation) are required. This must be done in person by the visitor at the entrance of the Fernando de Noronha Marine National Park, at the Visitor Center ICMBio / TAMAR - Vila do Boldró. The park operates daily from 4 pm to 7 pm. Online reservations are not permitted.