Day Trip to the Maquiné Cave & Cordisburgo

This excursion to Maquiné Grotto and Cordisburgo is a blend of nature, history, and literature. You'll experience the stalactites and stalagmites inside the magnificent cave and explore the legacy of Guimarães Rosa, a significant figure in Brazilian literature.

Day Trip to the Maquiné Cave & Cordisburgo

We will collect you from your hotel in Ouro Preto at 8 am and travel for three hours by minibus to the Maquiné Grotto, a notable natural landmark.

This cave was discovered in the 19th century and is well-preserved. As we explore its chambers filled with stalactites and stalagmites, we'll identify various rock formations including shapes resembling an elephant and a bear.

After the cave visit, we will proceed to Cordisburgo, the hometown of João Guimarães Rosa, an internationally recognized Brazilian writer. We will visit the museum dedicated to his life and work.

During the Cordisburgo tour, we will explore iconic sites such as the Portal Grande Sertão, the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, and an open-air museum featuring animal sculptures. You will also have an hour and a half of free time to have lunch at a local restaurant.

At 5 pm, the tour will conclude, and we will return you to your hotel.