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São Jorge
São Jorge is the gateway to Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park: base yourself here for 2–3 nights to hike the park, visit Moon Valley and relax.
São Jorge is a small village in Goiás, Brazil, that serves as the main entrance to Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park. It's a laid-back base for hiking, swimming in natural pools and exploring the park's waterfalls and canyons. Most visitors stay 2–3 nights.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- BRL
- Best months
- May–September (dry season, best for hiking)
- avoid December–March (rainy season, trails may be muddy or closed)
- Airport
- BSB
- Nights
- 2–3
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Rules in force · 7Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…
- South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
- South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
- South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
- Brazil ↗US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa (about US$81 — check) applied for online at the official VFS portal before travel; EU and UK citizens do not. Check your passport with Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs before booking.
- Brazil ↗Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for many areas, including the Amazon and Pantanal; check with a travel clinic at least 10 days before travel.
- Brazil ↗Keep your phone out of sight in the street and on beaches; phone theft is the most common crime against visitors in big cities.
- Brazil ↗Carnival 2027 runs about 5–10 February (Tuesday 9 February; Salvador from 4 February): book Rio, Salvador and Recife/Olinda months ahead or avoid those dates.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for São Jorge190 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about São Jorge, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Brazilian real (BRL, R$).Brazil-wide
- SIM or eSIMVivo, Claro and TIM cover the country; buying a prepaid SIM needs a passport and sometimes a CPF — an eSIM before you fly is easier.Brazil-wide
- Tap waterDo not drink tap water; filtered water is provided in most homes and hotels.Brazil-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 10% service (serviço) usually on the bill; optional but normal.Brazil-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/N. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 127 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Brazil-wide
- SafetySão Jorge is generally safe, but watch for uneven trails, sun exposure and limited medical facilities.
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- RestroomsPut toilet paper in the bin, not the toilet, in most places.Brazil-wide
- Emergency numbers190 police · 192 ambulance · 193 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysCarnival shuts many businesses for several days; museums often close on Mondays.Brazil-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportBSB Brasília–Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek (About 270 km (168 mi); bus to Alto Paraíso then taxi/hitchhike to São Jorge).BSB Brasília–Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek (About 168 mi (270 km); bus to Alto Paraíso then taxi/hitchhike to São Jorge).
- Getting aroundThe village is walkable, preferably barefoot.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- BeerCraft beerR$10–18 (≈ US$2–4)
- Museum or sight ticketPark entry fee (per day)checkR$30 (≈ US$6)
- Budget bedCamping spot, a night, per personR$30 (≈ US$6)
- Mid-range bedPousada double room, a night, per roomR$200 (≈ US$40)
- High-end bedPousada double room, a night, per roomR$350 (≈ US$65)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget R$100 (≈ US$19) · Mid R$200 (≈ US$40) · High R$400 (≈ US$75)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BSB Brasília–Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek (About 270 km (168 mi); bus to Alto Paraíso then taxi/hitchhike to São Jorge)BSB Brasília–Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek (About 168 mi (270 km); bus to Alto Paraíso then taxi/hitchhike to São Jorge)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
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28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Mar
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28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Apr
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28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
May
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Jun
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27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Aug
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
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30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Dec
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Sep (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jun (14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C) low), wettest Dec (19 rain days), driest Jul (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
São Jorge: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
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Aug
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Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
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Oct
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Nov
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High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The village is walkable, preferably barefoot. No public transport; taxis from Alto Paraíso cost about R$60. The nearest petrol station is in Alto Paraíso.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park
goDoor to door: 5 min walk to park entrance
On foot from the village; some trails require a guide
Main attraction; bring water, sun protection and cash for entry.
Moon Valley (Vale da Lua)
goDoor to door: 40 min round trip
20-minute walk from São Jorge
Moonlike landscape with natural pools; go early to avoid crowds.
Door to door: About 40 min
Taxi (R$60 (≈ US$12)) or hitchhike, 36 km (22 mi)Taxi (R$60 (≈ US$12)) or hitchhike, 22 mi (36 km)
Larger town with ATMs, shops and more restaurants.
Door to door: About 2 h
Taxi or tour, 123 km (76 mi)Taxi or tour, 76 mi (123 km)
Remote waterfalls and canyons; best with a guide and a full day.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Village centre
Pousadas and camping within walking distance of the park entrance and restaurants.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- R$100–150 (≈ US$19–30) excl. bed
- Mid
- R$200–350 (≈ US$40–65) excl. bed
- High
- R$400 (≈ US$75)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Pousada double room1 × 2 nights × R$200 | R$400 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × R$200 | R$800 |
| Taxi Alto Paraíso → São Jorge (one way)1 × R$60 · check | R$60 |
| Park entry fee (per day)2 × R$30 · check | R$60 |
| Guide for park trail (half day)1 × R$150 · check | R$150 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | R$147 |
| Trip total≈ R$404 per person per day, bed included | R$1,617≈ US$300 |
2026 estimate in BRL; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Home-cooked meal (Nenzinha) | R$25–40 (≈ US$5–8) |
| Pizza or crepe (Papalua) | R$30–50 (≈ US$6–10) |
| Craft beer | R$10–18 (≈ US$2–4) |
| Taxi Alto Paraíso → São Jorgecheck | R$60 (≈ US$12) |
| Park entry fee (per day)check | R$30 (≈ US$6) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No ATM in the village; bring cash from Alto Paraíso or Brasília.
- Cell signal is good (Vivo, Claro, Oi); most pousadas have WiFi.
- Park entry requires a guide for some trails; book ahead in high season.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 190
- Ambulance
- 192
- Fire
- 193
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Para este endereço, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police190
- Ambulance192
- Fire193
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taxi Alto Paraíso → São Jorge: about R$60 (≈ US$12), 36 km (22 mi)about R$60 (≈ US$12), 22 mi (36 km)
Say or show
- Bom dia — Hello / Good day (bohm DEE-ah)
- Obrigado — Thank you (oh-bree-GAH-doo)
- Quanto custa? — How much is it? (KWAN-toh KOOS-tah)
- Onde fica o banheiro? — Where is the toilet? (OHN-deh FEE-kah oo bah-NYAY-roo)
- Não entendo — I don't understand (now ehn-TEN-doo)
English is limited; learn a few Portuguese phrases.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for São Jorge. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–September (dry season, best for hiking) · avoid December–March (rainy season, trails may be muddy or closed) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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