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Eldorado
Spend a half‑day in Eldorado to see the Caverna do Diabo and grab a quick bite; stay overnight if you prefer a relaxed pace.
Eldorado is a small town in the Ribeira Valley on São Paulo's South Coast. Its main attraction is the Caverna do Diabo, a well‑known limestone cave reachable by a short drive from town. With limited dining and lodging options, a single day covers the highlights; an extra night adds flexibility for slower travel or bus connections.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- BRL
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Jan–Mar (rainy)
- Airports
- GRU · CGH
- Nights
- 1
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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$81 — check) applied for online at the official VFS portal before travel; EU and UK citizens do not. Check your passport with Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs before booking.
- Brazil ↗Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for many areas, including the Amazon and Pantanal; check with a travel clinic at least 10 days before travel.
- Brazil ↗Keep your phone out of sight in the street and on beaches; phone theft is the most common crime against visitors in big cities.
- Brazil ↗Carnival 2027 runs about 5–10 February (Tuesday 9 February; Salvador from 4 February): book Rio, Salvador and Recife/Olinda months ahead or avoid those dates.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Eldorado190 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Eldorado, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Brazilian real (BRL, R$).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
- SafetyEldorado is low‑risk; typical caution applies on rural roads and in the cave (stay on marked paths).
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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.
- AirportGRU São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport.
- Getting aroundCar is the most reliable way; the BR‑116 and SP‑193 connect Eldorado to São Paulo (≈220 km (137 mi)) and Curitiba.Car is the most reliable way; the BR‑116 and SP‑193 connect Eldorado to São Paulo (≈137 mi (220 km)) and Curitiba.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at PikosR$5–8 (≈ US$1–2)
- Street or quick mealSandwich at KavernaR$12–20 (≈ US$3–4)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))R$30–45 (≈ US$6–9)
- Budget bedHotel Eldorado double, a night, per roomR$250 (≈ US$50)
- Mid-range bedHotel Eldorado double, a night, per roomR$350 (≈ US$65)
- High-end bedHotel Eldorado double, a night, per roomR$500 (≈ US$95)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget R$120 (≈ US$25) · Mid R$250 (≈ US$50) · 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
- GRU São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport · CGH São Paulo–Congonhas Airport
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Apr
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
May
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jun
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jul
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Aug
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Sep
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Oct
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Nov
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27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Dec
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jul (12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C) low), wettest Jan (15 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Eldorado: 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
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15 rd
Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14 rd
Mar
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12 rd
Apr
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
May
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7 rd
Jun
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Jul
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Aug
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Sep
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7 rd
Oct
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9 rd
Nov
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
12 rd
Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
14 rd
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
Car is the most reliable way; the BR‑116 and SP‑193 connect Eldorado to São Paulo (≈220 km) and Curitiba. No local bus service listed; taxis or rideshare are limited.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Caverna do Diabo
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Drive or taxi from Eldorado centre, ~10 min
Guided tours available; check opening hours.
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.
Hotel Eldorado
Central, basic rooms; good for one night.
Pirâmide Hotel
Near town centre, modest rates.
Pousada Recanto das Águas
Rural setting, 3 km (1.9 mi) from centre.Rural setting, 1.9 mi (3 km) from centre.
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$120–180 (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed
- Mid
- R$180–300 (≈ US$35–60) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel Eldorado double1 × 1 night × R$350 | R$350 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × R$250 | R$500 |
| Car rental (day, compact)2 × R$200 · check | R$400 |
| Caverna do Diabo entry2 × R$45 · check | R$90 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | R$134 |
| Trip total≈ R$737 per person per day, bed included | R$1,474≈ US$300 |
2026 estimate in reais; flights and long‑distance bus not included.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at Pikos | R$5–8 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Sandwich at Kaverna | R$12–20 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Taxi (5 km) | R$30–45 (≈ US$6–9) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Roads can be winding in the valley; drive cautiously, especially after rain.
- Caverna do Diabo may close for maintenance; check the official site before visiting.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 190
- Ambulance
- 192
- Fire
- 193
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Emergency
- Police190
- Ambulance192
- Fire193
Embassy
US consulate in São Paulo; nearest Brazilian embassy in Brasília.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Car from São Paulo to Eldorado (300 km): ≈ R$250–300 fuel + tolls (check)
Say or show
- Desculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (deskul-pe)
- Obrigado — Thank you (obri-ga-do)
- Quanto custa? — How much is this? (kwan-toh koos-tah)
- Onde fica o banheiro? — Where is the bathroom? (on-deh fee-ka oo bah-nyeh-ro)
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 Eldorado. 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: Apr–Oct · avoid Jan–Mar (rainy) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a car‑rental package for BR‑116/SP‑193 corridor.
- Create a pocket guide for cave safety and local eateries.
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