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Mata Atlantica Bike Route (N1): Chapada

The Mata Atlântica Bike Route’s first segment (N1) opens a 1,200‑km stretch through Brazil’s Chapada Diamantina National Park and the semi‑arid Caatinga, linking historic mining towns to coastal Atlantic Forest. The trail mixes steep singletrack sections rated up to 9/10 with easier dirt‑touring segments around 5/10, traversing diverse ecosystems and endemic wildlife. Riders can expect daily resupply, modest lodging costs (≈ $10‑$40 USD per night), and bus routes that accept bicycles. The optimal riding window runs from May through September, when the dry season offers milder temperatures despite reduced waterfall flow.