Morro das Aranhas Trail

Discover the exciting Morro das Aranhas Trail, located in the north of Florianópolis, which starts from the stunning Praia do Santinho, close to the famous Costão do Santinho resort. To start this adventure, simply follow the sand towards the resort (to the right of the beach), until you reach a picturesque deck that takes you up the hill. Don't forget to stop to admire the fascinating rock inscriptions found along the deck!

After the deck, you will have two options: move forward to the Mozambique Beach or climb the hill to reach the Morro das Aranhas viewpoint. The journey to the top of Morro das Aranhas is around 1.95 km. Get ready for an invigorating walk, predominantly amid lush vegetation, providing shade and a pleasant atmosphere throughout the entire route. Although the trail is a little steep, in some cases with long climbs up natural steps, the route is well marked and offers an unforgettable experience.

Along the way, you will be treated to natural viewpoints offering stunning views of the region's famous beaches, such as Praia dos Ingleses and the Mozambique Beach.

The trail to the top takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour and 15 minutes, more or less, depending on the hiker's physical condition. Therefore, before starting the trail, make sure you are in good physical condition, wear comfortable and appropriate clothing, including light clothing, sturdy shoes, a cap and high socks to protect against possible obstacles along the way.

Prepare to be enchanted by the stunning nature and spectacular views as you adventure on the Morro das Aranhas Trail.

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Overview:

• Distance: 1.95 km
• Drive time: 35:10
• Elevation gain: 238m