spring · Mateiros, TO
Fervedouro do Ceiça
A sandy spring with a jet of water so strong that it pushes your body up and keeps you from sinking. Surrounded by buriti palms, it is the most fun postcard spot in Jalapão.
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About Fervedouro do Ceiça
Fervedouro do Ceiça is a spring in Mateiros, in Jalapão (TO), where the water rises from the bottom with so much pressure that it passes through the layer of fine sand and pushes your body up. Anyone who goes into the pool floats effortlessly and cannot sink, even when trying.
It is considered the first fervedouro in Jalapão to be opened and promoted to visitors, and it is still among the most popular in the region. It is on private property, by the TO-110, the road that links Mateiros to São Félix do Tocantins.
The pool of clear water is hidden in the middle of dense forest with banana trees. In the center you can see the sand moving where the spring flows out most strongly. The clear water makes it a favorite spot for underwater photos.
Access is easy, by a short walk through the forest, with no difficult trail. Only a few people go in at a time, and time in the water is controlled when there is a line.
Before you go
Practical information
How much time to set aside
A quick stop: swimming time is limited when there is a line, and the visit is usually part of a full-day Jalapão itinerary.
Best time
Early in the morning, when fewer groups arrive and the line is shorter; in the dry season, from May to September, Jalapão's sand roads are usually in better condition.
How to get there
It is in the countryside of Mateiros, on a property by the TO-110, a dirt and sand road between Mateiros and São Félix do Tocantins. The route requires a 4x4 vehicle; most visitors go with an agency or a local guide from Mateiros or Palmas.
Tip
Bring a diving mask and a waterproof camera: the clear water lets you see the sand bubbling at the bottom of the pool.
A look at the place
Fervedouro do Ceiça in pictures
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Fervedouro do Ceiça
What town is Fervedouro do Ceiça in?
In Mateiros, in Jalapão (TO), on private property by the TO-110, between Mateiros and São Félix do Tocantins.
Is there an entrance fee at Fervedouro do Ceiça?
Yes. Since it is on private property, a visitor fee is charged at the entrance.
Can you sink in the fervedouro?
No. The pressure of the water rising through the sand pushes your body up, and you float even if you are not a strong swimmer.
Can I get to Fervedouro do Ceiça without a 4x4?
It is not recommended. Jalapão's roads are dirt and sand, and access is usually by 4x4 vehicle, generally with an agency or a local guide.