Description

Chicken Eggs are rounded rock formations on a flatter rock that are said to resemble chicken eggs. At first, they appear small; however, as we approach, the Chicken Eggs impress with their size. Well-known among visitors to the upper part of Itatiaia National Park, the trail to reach them is the same one taken to Pedra do Sino, and it is well worth the visit for the beauty of the location and the peculiarity of the rock formations.

Extension: 13 Km

Difficulty Moderate

Orientation Easy

Signaling Level Complete

Conservation Good

Risk Exposure Low

Sun Exposure High

Hydration Point Available

Climbing No climbing required

Minimum Altitude: 2400m

Maximum Altitude: 2560m

Negative Unevenness: 600m

Positive Unevenness: 645m

Tips

Entry to the Parque Nacional do Itatiaia is paid, per day, and must be purchased in advance on the protected area's website. There is no limit on the number of people visiting this trail. The region is known for its low temperatures, so go prepared. The entire upper part of the Parque Nacional do Itatiaia is above 2,400 m in altitude. A basic level of fitness is important for activities in the region.

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Guidelines

Extension: 13 Km

Difficulty: Moderate

Orientation: Easy

Signaling Level: Complete

Minimum Altitude: 2400m

Maximum Altitude: 2560m

Negative Unevenness: 600m

Positive Unevenness: 645m