Before you go
Your trip to Congo.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Congo – PB Destination Cariri Paraibano
How to get there
The PB-196 connects Congo to Camalaú and to the accesses of Caraúbas. The PB-214 links the region to the Sumé axis; for the Serra da Engabelada, arrange the rural route and the meeting point with a local guide.
How many days
One day for the chosen Serra da Engabelada circuit; add an overnight stay if the rural arrival and return require a longer stage.
When to go
June to September tends to have less rain in Congo. From February to May, rain usually alters the vegetation and the humidity of the caatinga circuits.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
A car or hired transport helps reach the agreed point of the serra. The trail section is done on foot and depends on the chosen circuit.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Congo
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Morning
Serra da Engabelada
Take the guided walk arranged with the guide, observing the rock formations and the caatinga landscape.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
How to visit the Serra da Engabelada in Congo?
Arrange the route with a local guide, including entry, transport to the meeting point, and the return.
What's the difference between arriving in Congo and getting to the trail?
The town is the road reference. The Engabelada circuit is located in the rural area and has its own entry point.
Does the serra itinerary include a trip on the Paraíba River?
The walk and an activity on the river are different experiences. Arrange each access with the person in charge if you want to combine the two.
What to prepare before the hike at the Serra da Engabelada?
Appropriate footwear for the terrain, water and sun protection. Agree the level of exertion and the equipment with the guide.