Train, Morretes and Sebuí Reserve

Morretes

This small town close to Curitiba lies in the middle of the Atlantic Rain Forest. It can be reached by train. After enjoying a typical meal on the riverside, visitors will be taken on a light trek on the colonial path of Graciosa.

Private nature reserve of Sebuí

Enzo, an Italian from Rome, is the owner of this privately preserved area, located approximately 30 min by boat from Guaraqueçaba.

Enzo is a nature lover. He worked in several countries before deciding to fix his residence in Brazil and live there with his family. He is responsible for a 400-hectare area located along the bay of dos Pinheiros and which has an impressive natural diversity.

On the paths throughout the forest, visitors will gain some knowledge about the ecological system of the region. They can visit several waterfalls. Until the first waterfall, the path is relatively easy. As the tour proceeds, it becomes tiring but the path does not get dangerous. The reward for the effort is a soothing bath in the crystal-clear water.

On an artificial boardwalk, visitors can observe the flora and fauna, and learn about the importance of the mangrove and the sea. They can see dolphins, toucans, monkeys, macaws, parrots, capybaras and many more creatures. They can also see numerous bromeliads and orchids.

In the centre of the nature reserve, there is a building with a kitchen, lounge, shower and bathroom, a deck for tents and hammocks in the veranda. In addition, there are two little chalets with two bunk beds, a toilet and a basin. All sleeping accommodations are protected by mosquito nets. The main building has drinking water, and energy provided by solar cells.

For those who prefer a more direct contact with nature, there exist two tree houses beyond the refuge. Structured on two levels, there is a double bed and a toilet. Instead of walls there are mosquito nets installed, which keep the insects outside but let in the sounds of the forest. Visitors can get a good overview of the environment. Electricity is not available here; only candle light is available.

The delicious meals are based on fish and are served in a very traditional way.

This place is not recommended for people who prefer luxury but for people who are looking for close contact with the overwhelming beauty of the region.

Superagüi

The nature reserve of Superagüi has an area of 33.998 hectares and includes the Ilha do Superagüi, the Ilha das Peças, o Vale do Rio dos Patos, and the Ilhas do Pinheiro and Pinheirinho.

There are many fishermen living on the island. The structure is very simple.

Beyond this lies a perfect place to spend an afternoon in - the lonely beaches. Or visitors can choose to watch the return of the papagaios-de-cara-roxa (purple-faced parrots) at the end of the day.

The beach "Deserta" on the Ilha do Superagüi is the main attraction of the region, with 38 km of white sand.

Day 1: Transfer to the train station at 7.30 hours. Participants will enjoy a scenic train ride to Morretes, arriving there at about 11.15 hours. They will be taken on a visit to the town. They will get the opportunity to taste barreado, a meat stew, typical of the region, which is served with cassava flour, rice, prawns and fish. In the afternoon, they will move on to Porto de Cima, where, depending on their interest, there could be a light trekking tour in the Graciosa colonial path. This will be followed by check-in at the pousada in Porto de Cima and dinner. Overnight stay will be at Morretes.

Day 2: After breakfast, the tour will leave Morretes for Paranaguá, from where a regular boat to Guaraquecaba will transport them. Arriving at Guaraquecaba by noon, they will be transferred by another boat to Sebuí, a private nature area.

Lunch will be followed by a canoe tour in the rivers Sebuí and Velho, in the afternoon. 

In the evening, after dinner, there will be a walk to see night active animals. Overnight stay will be at the refuge in Sebuí.

Day 3: In the morning, there will be trekking to the three waterfalls and bathing in the crystal clear water. Lunch will be at the refuge.

In the afternoon, the participants will leave by boat for Superagüi, where they will be given free time for a walk, swim or a sunbath at the beach Deserta.

When it is dusk, there is a visual treat for the participants. They can witness the return of hordes of parrots, which have been in hiding, return to their nests in Ilha dos Pinheiros.

Dinner and overnight stay in Sebuí.

Day 4: The morning is free for personal pursuits such as a walk, swim in the river of Sebuí, a trek or simply relaxing in one of the hammocks on the veranda. Lunch will be served in the refugee.

Later, the participants will return to Guaraqueçaba and continue by boat to Paranaguá. From here, the participants will be brought back to Curitiba.

What the cost includes

• transfers by car or van, depending on the number of participants
• train tour to Morretes in the "turista" category
• boat transfers and tours as described
• one night in Morretes in Pousada Ilha Do Rio or Graciosa
• two nights in Refúgio Sebuí, including meals as described
• English or German speaking guide during the tour. (There is an option of Spanish, French or Italian speaking guides. Participants are requested to ask for special conditions.)