Get outdoors · Belo Horizonte, Brazil

6 Outdoor Adventures Near Belo Horizonte

When the city is done with you: the outdoors within 100 km of Belo Horizonte, ranked by the travelers who went.

Everything here sits within 100 km of Belo Horizonte, ordered by review volume from real travelers. Distances are measured, not guessed. Updated monthly.

  1. Serra do Curral

    Park & nature5 km away

    Serra do Curral is a prominent mountain range that forms a natural backdrop to Belo Horizonte.

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  2. Lake Pampulha

    Park & nature9 km away

    Lake Pampulha is an artificial lake created in the 1940s as part of a modernist architectural complex.

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  3. Parque das Mangabeiras

    Park & nature5 km away

    Parque das Mangabeiras is a 2.35 million square meter park located on the slopes of the Serra do Curral mountain range.

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  4. Parque Municipal Américo Renné Giannetti

    Park & naturein the city

    Parque Municipal Américo Renné Giannetti is a 110,000 square meter green space in the heart of Belo Horizonte.

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  5. Pe Na Trilha Viagens

    Park & naturein the city

    Pe Na Trilha Viagens is a tour operator based in Belo Horizonte that specializes in nature and outdoor experiences.

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  6. Parque Rosinha Cadar

    Park & naturein the cityFree entry

    Parque Rosinha Cadar is a modest neighborhood park located in the Santo Agostinho district of Belo Horizonte.

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How we pick these

Outdoor and active spots around Belo Horizonte — trails, viewpoints, water and adrenaline — ranked by real review volume out of the 65 places we track. Updated monthly.

Good to know

Check the season

Some activities near Belo Horizonte are weather- or season-dependent, so confirm they're running.

Book guided trips ahead

Popular tours and rentals sell out on weekends and holidays.

Pack for changes

Bring layers and water; outdoor conditions shift faster than in the city.

Common questions

What outdoor activities are there in Belo Horizonte?+

The list above covers the top-rated active things to do in and around Belo Horizonte, from easy walks to bigger adventures.

Is Belo Horizonte good for adventure travel?+

Yes — this page ranks the outdoor experiences visitors rate most highly.

Do you need to book activities in advance?+

Guided and equipment-based activities are best booked ahead, especially in peak season.

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