Lookout and landscape · Cambuquira, MG
Pico do Piripau
Pico do Piripau is a landscape landmark in Cambuquira, with a viewpoint next to the area used for hang gliding and paragliding. Arrival is via a dirt road, adding an outing from the urban core to the spa town's itinerary. The peak and the launch ramp are part of the same visit to the elevated site.
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About Pico do Piripau
Pico do Piripau is a landscape landmark in Cambuquira, with a viewpoint next to the area used for hang gliding and paragliding. Arrival is via a dirt road, adding an outing from the urban core to the spa town's itinerary. The peak and the launch ramp are part of the same visit to the elevated site.
Viewing the relief depends on visibility and the day's conditions. Use the authorized viewing points and avoid occupying areas reserved for flight preparations. Visiting the viewpoint is not the same as taking part in an aerial activity, which requires professionals and specific planning.
Before you go up, check the condition of the road and local guidance for arrival and return. Choose transport according to the land access, and do not assume conditions will be the same after rain. At the top, allow time for contemplation and keep to permitted circulation areas; the scenery is the focus of the outing, even when there are no launches.
Before you go
Practical information
How much time to set aside
Set aside time for Pico do Piripau, adjusting your stay to the available visit.
Best time
Clear visibility and a road in suitable condition guide whether to make the trip.
How to get there
The ascent to Piripau in Cambuquira is via a dirt road.
Tip
Clear visibility and a road in suitable condition guide whether to make the trip.
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Frequently asked questions about Pico do Piripau
How to organize a visit to Pico do Piripau?
Before ascending, check the road condition and local guidance for arrival and return. Choose transportation according to the land access, not assuming conditions will be the same after rain. At the top, allow time for contemplation and keep to the permitted circulation areas; the landscape is the focus of the outing, even when there are no takeoffs.