A long, demanding hike with the technical Carrasqueira passage. We recommend doing it only with a professional guide and safety equipment.
This is not a climb to improvise: the Carrasqueira involves exposure and technical scrambling, and fatigue matters on the descent as much as on the way up. Follow the recommendation for a professional guide and suitable equipment; if weather changes, rock is wet or anyone in the group is unsure, turn back before the exposed section. Start with daylight to spare, bring water and food, and confirm access and return transport.
What the walk is like
Rio trail · independent
