Capitólio canyons seen from Lake Furnas, with rock walls and open sky
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Discover Capitólio, Minas Gerais

What to do in Capitólio:
tours and experiences to make the most of the destination.

Boat trips, 4x4 experiences, lookouts and days out in nature. Stay at Bellville and count on our team to help plan your itinerary and recommend tours with providers we trust. That way you enjoy Capitólio more easily and have a comfortable place waiting between one experience and the next.

Experience Capitólio

By water, by land or simply taking in
the scenery. Where do you want to start?

Capitólio can be experienced in many ways. There are days for cruising among the landscapes that made the region known, trails to explore by 4x4, and places where it is worth simply stopping to look.

Choose the experiences that suit your trip — and enjoy your days here at your own pace.

Boats cruising between the walls of the Furnas canyons, in Capitólio
Capitólio by water

Choose how much of your day
you want to give to the experience.

Seeing Capitólio from the water is one of the ways to discover some of the region's most striking scenery. Among the options Bellville recommends, there are trips of different lengths and departure points.

3 hours
Departure
Ponte do Rio Turvo
Distance from Bellville
25 km

An option to experience the water and still keep part of the day for other moments of the trip.

7 hours
Departure
Ponta do Sol
Distance from Bellville
6 km

For those who want to devote most of the day to the trip and enjoy the experience unhurried.

Tours and experiences are run by third-party providers.

Capitólio by land

Head straight out of Bellville
into a new experience.

For those who want to explore other paths in the region, the 4x4 routes lead to different landscapes of Capitólio and the Canastra.

And there is one convenience for Bellville guests: both the Capitólio Route and the Canastra Route depart from the inn itself.

  • Capitólio Routedeparts from Bellville
  • Canastra Routedeparts from Bellville

Tours run by third-party providers trusted by Bellville.

Dirt road leading to Lake Furnas, between trees and pasture, in Capitólio
There is more to discover

Round out your days
in Capitólio.

Beyond the trips on the water and the 4x4 routes, the region has other places that can join your itinerary.

Parque Pauá — Canyon LookoutAbout 26 km from Bellville.

Complexo da Capivara · Morada do Carcará · Complexo da Sossegada · Coração da Canastra · Trilha do Sol · Canela de Ema

Capitólio canyon lookout, above Lake Furnas
Waterfall falling inside the canyon, on Lake Furnas in Capitólio
Waters of Lake Furnas between the canyon walls, in Capitólio
Hills and vegetation along the shores of Lake Furnas, in Capitólio
Facade of Bellville Pousada in Capitólio, lit up at dusk
Your base in Capitólio

Go out and discover.
Come back to slow down.

After a day among waters, landscapes and experiences, have Bellville waiting for you to rest.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions
about Capitólio

What is there to do in Capitólio?

The options include boat trips, 4x4 experiences, lookouts and various attractions in the region, such as Parque Pauá, Complexo da Capivara and Trilha do Sol.

How many days should I stay in Capitólio?

It depends how much of the destination you want to take in. In two or three days you can already combine a boat trip, a 4x4 route and a lookout. To go at a slower pace, it is worth allowing a few more days.

What is the difference between the 3-hour and the 7-hour boat trip?

The 3-hour trip departs from Ponte do Rio Turvo, 25 km from Bellville, and leaves part of the day free for other activities. The 7-hour trip departs from Ponta do Sol, 6 km from the inn, and devotes most of the day to the experience on the water.

Do the 4x4 tours depart from Bellville?

Yes. Both the Capitólio Route and the Canastra Route depart from the inn itself.

Do I need to book the tours in advance?

Not necessarily. During your stay, our team can advise on the options available. If you prefer to arrange things before travelling, you can also contact Bellville in advance.

Can Bellville help me plan my itinerary?

Yes. Tell us how many days you plan to stay and what you would like to see, and our team will advise on the options for your days.

Who runs the tours Bellville recommends?

Tours and experiences are run by third-party providers. Bellville advises its guests and recommends options it trusts.

Sunset over Lake Furnas, in the Capitólio region
Capitólio to live. Bellville to come back to.

Less time trying to organise.
More time living the trip.

Stay at Bellville and count on our team for guidance on tours and experiences run by providers we trust. You enjoy your days in Capitólio. And when you return, the comfort and quiet of Bellville are waiting for you.

Book direct through Bellville's official channel.

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