Before you go
Your trip to Chaval.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Chaval – CE Destination Jericoacoara and the West Coast of Ceará
How to get there
Upon arriving in Chaval, seek guidance at the headquarters for access to Pedra da Carnaúba. Confirm the starting point and whether accompaniment is required before heading to the rock formation.
How many days
A day in Chaval allows you to get to know the headquarters and organize an activity at Pedra da Carnaúba. The ascent requires its own time, adjusted to the terrain conditions and the participants' abilities.
When to go
In Chaval, the view from Pedra da Carnaúba depends on visibility and access conditions. Rain can change the terrain and the water accumulated at the top; plan your visit according to local guidance, with no guarantee that a pool will be present on any given date.
Do you need a car?
Hired transport can take you to the access point for Pedra da Carnaúba in Chaval. The vehicle does not replace assessing the route on foot nor any required accompaniment for the ascent.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What to observe at Pedra da Carnaúba in Chaval?
The formation offers views of the town, the sea and the mouth of the Rio Ubatuba. The possibility of ascending must be confirmed before the visit.
Is there water at the top of Pedra da Carnaúba year-round?
The accumulation is associated with the rainy season. Do not expect the same landscape at all times; check the terrain conditions.