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Horseback riding tours
Rides in
Brazil
Intro to Brazil
 BahiaPantanal Rio/Sao Paulo Santa Catarina
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Southern Cross Fazendas Ride
Santa Catarina
Brazil
Experience the true Brazil with all its rich customs and hospitality. Superb riding, at all paces, at 3.000 to 5.500 ft elevations - surrounded by outstanding ever-changing scenery. Ride across wide open and hilly grass, bush and woodland with lush patches of magnificent South American Araucária pine forest that frame the landscape. You will cross a great number of rivers, canter through lovely green valleys and circle the edges of the Serra Geral canyons. Ride on top of the clouds or right amidst them at Morro da Igreja mountain. Meet local ranchers and gauchos or participate in one of the local rodeos or dances when you come off the ride.|
The impressive mountain panorama of the Southern Brazilian High Sierra, with 1 National- and 2 State parks offers a variety of superb natural attractions, such as wide open and hilly grass, bush and woodland , lush patches of magnificent South American Araucária pine forest, a great number of clear rivers and rapids, lovely green valleys and the canyons of the Serra Geral mountain range.Animal and plant live of this parts of the tropical highlands is well preserved, specially what endemic birds like red-headed macaws, trogons, siriemas and corucacas and many others, are concerned. The area is also habitat of puma and you may be lucky to discover its trail, while he is far ahead or...behind you.
The region is scarcely populated by small dairy farms and cattle ranches that seem almost lost in the vastness of the land. This is the home of the Mountain Gaúchos and horsemen. They have conserved and show proudly their traditions. On weekends, folks gather in the rustic galpões, the barn and animal shelters of the farmhouse and dance and sing while an opulent Churrasco bbq is prepared at the open fireplace. Beautiful horses and superb horsemanship are on display at the frequent rodeos, where people, typically dressed, show up to dance to the Chamamê, Xote or Vanerão, the Brazilian rooted country music, live, of course. Our guests will visit, whenever fitting with logistics, these traditional events and enjoy great hospitality and fun there.
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Progressive Ride (no camping)
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Meeting:
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Urubici
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Airport:
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Florianopolis
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Florianopolis
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Riders:
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Trip Brochure (PDF) 
Trip Rating
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Rates and Dates for 2012
Rates include:
Accommodations in hotels, country inns and rural farms, 4 meals a day. 8 riding days.
| A | 2012 | 10 day trip, AP | 10d / 9n | €1750 | $2345 |
| No Single supplement if available | €0 | $0 |
| Small group supplement (3 only) pp | €250 | $335 |
| Small group supplement (2 only) pp | €350 | $470 |
| Small group supplement (1 only) pp | €850 | $1140 |
| Supplement for X-mas ride | €679 | $910 |
Group Leader: No charge with group of 9+. 50% OFF with group of 7-8, 30% OFF with group of 5-6
Transfer Option:
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2012
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Transfer from Florianopolis is included
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Tour Dates for 2012
Additional trip dates are available on request.
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Rates do not include:
Alcoholic beverages.
Day 01 Florianópolis-Urubici-Santa Barbara Farm
Our São Joaquim Adventure Trail starts with pick-up at Florianopolis airport. Our regular transfer to Urubici is set between 10am and noon. A three hours scenic drive from sea level takes you to the high sierra of Santa Catarina and the village of Urubici. The village of Urubici is a community of farmers and ranchers with an important production of meat, vegetables and fruits that is being exported all over the country. The region produces also apples (Gala and Fuji), plums and is the state biggest producer of vegetables. Mountain rainbow trout and mate tea are other products still, for which Urubici is known. There are no polluting industrial activities of any kind in the whole region! From November to May, on nearly every weekend, the region hosts regional, national and international rodeos and rope throwing competitions. These are very colorful events where visitors will see beautiful horses, top riders, displays of fine leather handicraft, local products, typical food and drinks, and after all, since we are in Brazil: plenty of good music and dances. To put it simple: Urubici is rural Brazil at it’s best.
After arrival, our clients usually like to visit a farm supply and handicraft shop, where they can buy at very reasonable prices anything related to cattle, farming, the horse and riding. We recommend waterproof leather boots with rubber sole, beautiful gaucho ponchos and hats, horsewhips and lassos from raw hide and much more... Depending on the month/day/hour of arrival however we might drive over to the Gaucho Cultural Traditions Center, to watch a regional rodeo instead.
We will now proceed to our trail basis, the Fazenda Santa Barbara Farm, which takes another 40minutes drive, partly on bumpy dirt road. The Fazenda Santa Barbara is part of the Jararaca community, named after a snake Bothrops jararaca, a venomous pit viper that is quite common in Brazil. No reason to worry however. The snakes did not survive the transformation of the region into cattle country. The Fazenda is surrounded by magnificent Araucaria angustifolha also known as Parana Pine forest. The tree, an endangered species, is characteristic for the Southern part of Brazil. The warm welcome of our hosts Rosie and Elvio, her husband and our guide, includes a generously set coffee table, here called Café Colonial. Now, you will be ushered to your rooms either at the main house or the new guest house, a 5 minute away, where you can relax from the long journey to get here. The group will meet again for dinner and overnight.
Day 02 Santa Barbara Farm – Morro da Taipinha – Santa Barbara Farm
The hearty farmer breakfast includes a hot Camargo coffee, a local specialty, served in the barn, where it is prepared with the fresh milk right out of the udder. In the meantime horses are saddled and we depart to discover the greater area around the Fazenda. The ride will take us up to the Morro da Taipinha Mountain at about 1700m above sea level. To get there however we will have to tackle with dense forest, swamps and steep hills, safely negotiated by our sturdy mounts under the skilled lead of our guide Zorro Elvio.
A steep uphill ride, during which several breaks are recommended, the group arrives at the high fields that are characteristic for the region. Here we may see, but hopefully not hear the trumpeted cry of the siriema bird, Cariama cristata, as it advises bad weather ahead. They are also otherwise useful animals, since their preferred diet is snakes! The Quero-Quero, Vanellus chilensis will watch us all the way and shy us off from their hidden nest raising hell if we get to close. Another typical southern Brazilian bird is the Gralha Azul or Azure jay, Cyanocorax caeruleus, which plays a significant role in preventing the Paraná pine Araucaria angustifolha from extinction. More difficult to watch is the highly endangered red-tail Amazon Amazona pretrei.
We will be back at Santa Barbara late afternoon. Time free until dinner, when a delicious Entrevero , a local specialty, will be served. Total riding time today mounts from 6 to 6½ hrs.
Day 03 Santa Barbara Farm – São Joaquim National Park – Vacas Gordas
After a solid breakfast the riders get on their horses for a long days ride that will take them into the São Joaquim National Park. On the way we will pass the village of Vacas Gordas which most significantly means: Fat Cows. Here, we pause briefly for a chat and refreshments with our hosts for tonight, before we continue all the way uphill now into the National Park. Ever changing terrain requires up- and downhill riding. On their way the riders may eventually encounter a man or two collecting Herba Mate leafs Ilex paraguaiensis, a bush that grows here naturally between Araucaria and other Forest.
According to the legend, Jesuit Missionaries left the region between Paraguay/Argentina/ Brazil, when the order was abolished in 1773, seeking safety and new activities on the highlands of Santa Catarina and introduced thus the Ilex Paraguaiensis to the region.
As we arrive on top of the elevations the flat sections not only provide magnificent views but also invites for canters and gallops. Here, aside a soft flushing creek and beneath shadowy trees, we unsaddle and prepare our saddle bag lunch, which is normally a generous chunk of meat grilled over the open fire. There, also our brave horses find their share of delicacies. The siesta may not take too long as more riding is on the menu for the afternoon.
We estimate to reach our destination for the day sometime late afternoon, when will take care of the horses and let them graze on lush pastures. Both, riders and horses, feel to have done a great job today. Meanwhile our back-up car has arrived and takes us on adventurous mountain roads to the village of Vacas Gordas. Unfortunately our hut in the mountains burned out recently, leaving us without overnight options within the National Park boundaries.
After showers a caipirinha, the Brazilian National drink, will prepare us for the following dinner of sumptuous local delicacies cooked on the old iron stove. With some energy left we may sit down around the fire place for some storytelling, before we hit the sheets for overnight in this cozy country house. The total riding time is about 7 hrs.
Day 04 V. Gordas – São Joaquim N.P. – Cayambora Canyons - V. Gordas
The day begins early with the back-up car taking us again to the high fields. We collect the horses we left behind last night, saddle them and we are off with destination Cayamborá Canyons. Heading first for the Chapada da Macela or Macela high sierra, a region named after a herbal plant, used in therapeutic teas and recommended as treatment for gastritis, stomach and other related diseases. So, if there are stress-plagued riders with one or all of the above problems, remember, that our prices are all in. In autumn, when the plant is in flower, the green of the high fields contrast with the bright yellow of Macela. The region is also home of the mountain lion or puma, Felis concolor. Further ahead, the riders pass a crystal clear creek, what would become some 250 kms to the west, the great Rio Uruguay. On our way to the Cayamborá Canyon we also pass by the Fazenda Salgado, the former home of our host Zorro Elvio. The National Park Authorities bought the Fazenda founded by Elvios Grandfather. It is now completely in ruins, an eyesore in an otherwise overwhelming environment of natural beauty. Between February and April raspberries, blackberries and delicious wild guavas can be collected on route.
While riding on top of the ridges, breathtaking views into the canyons and on clear days as far as to the 200 km distant Santa Catarina coastline can be appreciated by overwhelmed riders. Not far from here is the Morro da Igreja, with 1822 meters the highest peak in Santa Catarina. Near a freshwater creek we break for lunch. It will be an authentic Churrasco, the Brazilian BBQ, lunch out of the saddle bag and coffee from the Polaca, our photogenic coffee pot. After the feast, shadowy Araucarias invite for a nap, with the rich food doing the rest.
We take another trail on our way back over the mountains to the place where we unsaddle the horses and give them a good treatment. With the back-up car waiting for us we drive again to Vacas Gordas for dinner and overnight. Today, our time in the saddle will be 7-8 hrs.
There might not be great desire for storytelling tonight, as today´s riding might demand its tribute.
Day 05 V.Gordas – São Joaquim N.P. – Santa Barbara Farm
After an early breakfast we say good-by to our hosts and take the car to meet our horses again. The trail back to Santa Barbara Farm leads past the Fazenda do Baú, a 2 century old ranch house, right on top of the Morro do Gado Quebra or “crashing cattle mountain”, with another story to be told at the right moment. Not far from there is the former Conta Dinheiro Farm, which was owned by Elvios relatives and has also been taken over by the National Park Authorities. Typically, it is also in ruins now. We pause at an old, wind worn cemetery. Stories about people who got lost in the mountains and were buried here will be making the round in the evenings. The trail continues over several high mountain ridges, and on top of the Morro Careca or Bald Mountain, at 1700 meters above sea level, the riders enjoy magnificent views of 360º. Here, the terrain offers great canters on rolling hills. Further down and in sharp contrast with the high fields, we ride through dense jungle of Dicksonia, giant ferns, here called Xaxim, and Bracatinga, Mimosa scabrella trees.
We estimate to arrive at Fazenda Santa Barbara in the early evening hours. As we have not changed horses for the last 4 days, demanding all of the strength and energy they could muster, they will be are tired now and have earned the best possible care, which is what they will get. The riders are offered an invigorating Chimarrão tea and hot showers which should prepare them to enjoy one of these dinners only Rosie puts on the table, which is a big one…..Later on, when the flames blaze in the fireplace, Zorro Elvio will tell us how and why he loses newborn calves and pigs frequently to the puma. As usually one story leads to another, intercultural encounters, knowledge and understanding spreads among the group, which is one of the declared aims on our rides. This was another long riding day, with estimated 7-8 hrs in the saddle. Overnight.
Day 06 Santa Barbara Farm – Cadet / Fazenda da Mena
After breakfast we mount on fresh horses to a region, called Cadet, which is today´s destination. Differently from the previous days we will be riding through sceneries only with little elevations. On mostly open hilly terrain we observe agricultural activities, like vineyards, apple orchards and cattle farming. During the ride we will have opportunities again to take our mounts to enjoyable canters and gallops.
Before we arrive at Fazenda da Mena we have to cross the river Uruguay, provided the water level and currents will be adequate for safe passage. We estimate to arrive at Fazenda da Mena in late afternoon. Relax, refreshments, shower, Dinner. This Fazenda is another property that belongs to the large family of our host Rosie, who was actually born here. The charming old wooden building is framed by enormous Araucaria trees and a lake, where frogs concert in the warm evening hours and at night. It is nearly 100% Years old and one of the first cattle farms of that region. The group will have spent 6 -7 hrs in the saddle today.
Day 07 Cadet/Fazenda da Mena – Santa Barbara Farm
Like on the ride to the Cayambora Canyons we have a support car carrying provisions and personal belongings. While Elvio saddles the horses we give Rosie a hand to load luggage and the other stuff onto the 4x4. For the way back from Fazenda da Mena back to Fazenda Santa Bárbara we ride on another trail which offers nice and easy riding. On route we break for visit to the Salto do Rio Lavatudo waterfall, a river that forms, together with the Rio Pelotas the Rio Uruguay. Here, right at the falls, we will have a scenic lunch. Arriving at Jararaca horses are unsaddled and left to graze on the rich pastures of our trail leader and host Elvio's property. Those who wish to change activities for a moment and relax their minds can go fishing in the pond right behind the main house, or take a walk around the property, playing with the dogs and cats, watching pigs and chickens, until Rosie calls in for dinner. Most probably the entrée will be some crispy grilled fish….
Today´s estimate is about 6-7 hrs in the saddle.
Day 08 Santa Barbara Farm – Monte Cará – Santa Barbara Farm
As riding is our aim these days we take on another great destination over 1600mts above sea level, which is the Mount Cará. After having passed some nearby properties the group passes open fields and dense forest and will hardly meet any living soul in this area. Wild flowers and splendid orchids like the lovely red Sofronites and bromeliads grow from December-January on branches draped with moss. For our siesta, we have chosen a beautiful panoramic spot at the top of the mountain with great views of 360º and as far as to the village of Urubici down below. Here a spring surfaces right out from between the stones with the purest mineral water, beating Perrier, Evian and other sophisticated brands hands down. We picnic sandwiches, cheese, fruits, cookies out of the saddle bag, washed down with a fresh boiled coffee or tea prepared cowboy style, on the open fireplace.
After an appropriate relax for horses and riders, the trail goes on through highland forest covered mainly with shadowy Paraná pines and the ever present Vassourinha bushes, which are used for firewood, broom, brushes, but also produces pollen for a delicious honey, that is even exported to Europe. We are planning to arrive home around 5pm totaling some
6 hours in the saddle.
Day 09 Santa Barbara Farm – Monte Alegre – Santa Barbara Farm
The last full day of riding fun will take us to the Monte Alegre mountain, claimed to be even higher than the Morro da Igreja, which is 1822 m above sea level. To get to the Monte Alegre and back, the riders will face again dense forest, swamps, steep and rocky ascents and high camps with grassy hills, accessible on hidden trails that only a trained scout as Elvio can identify as such. Our saddle bag lunch today include most probably a decent chunk of beef masterly grilled on the open fireplace, homemade cheese and rolls, cookies and apples, coffee and tea. After all that we recommend to take our sheep skins off the saddle as they guarantee a comfortable snooze.
A long days ride, but it is worthwhile the effort, mainly because of great adventure riding and an overwhelming mix of outstanding landscapes and views. Back at the Fazenda, Rosie has prepared some decent caipirinhas for apéritif and a fare well dinner for the last evening, with delicacies from the local cuisine. For the rest of this last evening among our hosts we have invited friends with their gaita and violão. So there will be dancing and great music from the Gaucho lands, like the hot and swinging chama-me, venerão, xote, milonga, chimarrita.
Today´s estimate is 6½ hs riding time.
Day 10 Santa Barbara Farm – Urubici - Florianopolis
Packing gear and getting ready for departure to Florianópolis. Depending on the flight details there might be the chance to go for some early riding in the morning. There is always enough time however to pay a visit to the mysterious pre-historic stone wall carvings, unexplored and unexplained to this day. If not done so already on the arrival day, leather handicraft from saddle to boots, ponchos and hats, reins and other riding accessories can be purchased for reasonable prices in the local stores. We recommend booking of a late afternoon flight out of Florianópolis.
This itinerary is subject weather conditions, legal impediments or safety recommendations and might require change of dates and destinations for any given day during the ride.
Meeting:
Urubici
Airport:
Florianopolis
Transfer:
Florianopolis
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South American
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Crioles and crosses
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Moderate, trots and canters. Riding is at all paces, at 1200-1800 m above sea level, sometimes on top of the clouds and right amidst them
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4 riders
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The horses are Criollos, Crioulo / Quarter-Horse or Crioulo / Manga-Larga Cross. They are adapted to the region and are strong and tough, 100% reliable and sure footed. They are at home on the highlands and forests. Typical, light saddles are comfortable for both horses and riders with 3 sheepskin layers on top. Western riding style.
Gaits
In accordance with the ability of the riders, walk, trot, canter, gallop
Level of difficulty and riding abilities
Medium difficulty, vary from sometimes strenuous/sometimes easy, a firm riding seat is required
The original trail is designed for the experienced riders with 5-10 hrs/day in the saddle. It is possible however to adapt the trail to the needs of good novice riders.
Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passports valid for at least six months from date of entry required by all nationals referred to in the chart.Passport NoteAll non-Brazillian nationals under 18 years of age, when not accompanied by b. more
The climate in the area is moderate and always a little humid.
The annual average temperature is around 21ºC; with the maximum temperature ranging between 24ºC and 27ºC. Lows are between 9ºC and 15ºC.
The fog (typical of this region) is known by the name of “Nothing”. It appears all of a sudden and, very quickly, makes everything disappear - sometimes making it impossible to see even a step away. The fog turns deep valleys invisible, and then (sometimes very quickly) back to visible again. The worst month for fog is October and parts of September and November - but you will find the fog disappears as quickly as it comes in.
The best months for horse trekking are March to June. July and August are still good trekking months, but it can be quite cool during this time.
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This list is only a guideline for you
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Travel documents and Voucher
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Flight tickets
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Passport
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Visa (check with your consulate)
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RIDING GEAR
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Riding pants or Jodhpurs (used if possible!)
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Riding boots, waterproof with heels + full long chaps
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Riding helmet (recommended for all trips)
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Riding gloves (2 pairs)
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Hat (with chin strip and wide brim) for sun protection
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Lightweight Rain coat or long riding slicker
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PERSONAL CLOTHING
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Jacket or sweater for cool evenings
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Comfortable long sleeved Shirts/ T-shirts
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Jeans
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Shorts
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Pyjama
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Bag for dirty clothes
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Trekking boots/ comfortable shoes
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Swimsuit
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ADDITIONAL THINGS TO BRING
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Personal Toiletries
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Insect protection
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Personal medications
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Sore cream (for the emergency)
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Sewing kit
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Handkerchiefs
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Camera and enough extra films and batteries
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Belt pack
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Address book and pen (for pictures postcards!)
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Sun glasses with strap
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Sun tan lotion and lip balm
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Clients are accommodated in double or single rooms when available at no add cost. Bathrooms with hot and cold showers have to be used jointly. The rooms do not feature air condition, which is dispensable in this mountainous region. In general accommodations are rustic but clean and comfortable. There is a broad range of food available which is mostly homemade and includes best Brazilian beef of cattle grazing all year round in the open on naturally grown pastures, receiving no additives whatsoever, homemade sausages and chicken, homegrown vegetables and fruits of the season, homemade cheese and a variety of dairy products, pasta, rice, beans, homemade breads and rolls, jellies, honey. While on trail the provisions are carried in the saddle bags, containing beef, meat, sausages, for the bbq in the open, plus meatballs, manioc flower, sandwiches, crackers, cookies, oranges, apples, coffee, tea, milk. Vegetarian food is available.
The “Santa Barbara” ranch is located some 20kms distant from the town of Urubici. Our longtime partner “Zorro” Elvio and his wife Rosie, manage this working ranch of about 600ha land, where some 400 cattle of mixed breed graze happily through out the year. Pigs, sheep, chickens, dogs and cats also are part of the family. The “ Santa Barbara “ is, as all the other ranches in the region, a small ranch by Central Brazil standards like in the Pantanal. It is family run and non-touristy. Guests are treated like friends and have the rare opportunity to participate in the day to day live of a traditional southern Brazilian mountain ranch. For our rides we choose out of a herd of 30 horses.
Nearby the “Santa Barbara” ranch is the Canoas River. Its creeks and rapids do invite for trout fishing. Host Elvio knows not only all the secrets of ranching, but is also a skilled fisherman, while his wife Anna Rose takes care of the kitchen, where the trouts end up for dinner “Belle Meuniere” style. Talking about food: it consists of enormous portions of delicious, regional food (also vegetarian, if required), mostly homegrown and homemade. Our guests will further relish on authentic Churrascos from the Fogo do Chão and the stimulating Mate tea from the Chimarrão, a gourd with a silver spoon. An early morning “ Camargo” straight from the udder, makes you forget the delicious Capucchino of your favored Italian restaurant. Another traditional delicacy for the highlands Gaúchos is Passoca, grinded lamp meat with Pinhão, Paraná pine nuts. At this point we would like to mention that at Santa Barbara, and elsewhere we emphasize and cultivate between visitors and host a relationship that is strictly based on friendship and common respect.
This trip includes
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Tack:
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South American
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Horses:
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Crioles and crosses
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Pace:
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Moderate, trots and canters. Riding is at all paces, at 1200-1800 m above sea level, sometimes on top of the clouds and right amidst them
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Level:
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Age:
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220 lbs
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Riders:
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4 riders
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8 riders
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The horses are Criollos, Crioulo / Quarter-Horse or Crioulo / Manga-Larga Cross. They are adapted to the region and are strong and tough, 100% reliable and sure footed. They are at home on the highlands and forests. Typical, light saddles are comfortable for both horses and riders with 3 sheepskin layers on top. Western riding style.
Gaits
In accordance with the ability of the riders, walk, trot, canter, gallop
Level of difficulty and riding abilities
Medium difficulty, vary from sometimes strenuous/sometimes easy, a firm riding seat is required
The original trail is designed for the experienced riders with 5-10 hrs/day in the saddle. It is possible however to adapt the trail to the needs of good novice riders.
Passports
Passports valid for at least six months from date of entry required by all nationals referred to in the chart.
Passport Note
All non-Brazillian nationals under 18 years of age, when not accompanied by both parents, must have a birth certificate (an original or authenticated photocopy). This must be in English, French, Portuguese or Spanish, otherwise an official translation must be presented as well. When travelling alone or with one parent, a declaration from the absent parent(s) must be presented authorising the journey and giving the name and address of the person in Brazil who will be responsible for the minor. In the case of divorced or deceased parents, papers attesting to full custody must be presented.
All travellers must be in possession of onward or return tickets and sufficient funds to cover their stay.
Visas
Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except the following:
(a) 1. nationals of EU countries (except nationals of Cyprus, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Malta who do require a visa) for touristic and business stays of up to 90 days;
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey to a third country by the same or first connecting flight, provided holding onward documentation and not leaving the airport.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Types of Visa and Cost
Tourist: cost varies according to nationality. Generally, it is around £30. Other prices, based on reciprocity, are £28 (for nationals of Australia); £52 (for nationals of Canada); free, but £104 processing fee (for nationals of the USA). British citizens requiring visas with a validity over 180 days will be subject to a processing fee of £124. Business and Transit: cost varies according to nationality; contact the consulate for details.
Validity
Normally 90 days from date of issue, although this is at the discretion of Brazilian immigration officials. Tourist visas can be used for multiple entry within the period of validity. Tourist visas can be extended up to a further 90 days, provided the application is made at least two weeks before the expiration of the visa. Nationals should apply in Brazil to the federal police; this must be done before the visa expires or nationals risk deportation.
Note: Some Brazilian immigration officials have been restricting single male tourists aged 25-50 to stays of up to 30 days, particularly in the north east region, in an effort to combat sex tourism.
Applications to:
Consulate (or consular section at the embassy); see Contact Addresses. Applications made through travel agents or by post are subject to a fee of £8.
Working Days Required
Depends on nationality. Up to three days for applications made in person and 10 days for applications made by a third party. Additional time is required to process applications made by post.
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Yes |
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Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes |
| Visa Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
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| Return Ticket Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes |
This information is not being updated on a regular basis. Hidden Trails does not
take any responsibility for the accuracy of the above information. Please, consult
the embassy or consulate for updated info.
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Southern Cross Fazendas Ride
Tour Code:
IT-BRRT01
10 days /
9 nights
~$2,345.00
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South American
Horses:
Crioles and crosses
Pace:
Moderate, trots and canters. Riding is...
Airport:
Florianopolis
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