Marcelo OliveiraCascata do Caracol and native forest seen from above, in Canela. | Photo: Luli Hata / Wikimedia Commons — CC BY-SA 4.0; cropped and resized
The park-only ticket costs R$ 134.90 (half price R$ 67). With the Corajoso, the suspended walkway, it’s R$ 159.90 through 10/21/2026 and R$ 189.90 after that; with the Ousado, the pendulum jump, R$ 469.90 and R$ 509.90. Since November 2025 there’s a new viewpoint, included in the ticket. Go on a weekday and arrive early.
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| Basic ticket (park only) | R$ 134.90 full price; R$ 67 half price |
|---|---|
| Park + Corajoso | R$ 159.90 through 10/21/2026; R$ 189.90 from 10/22/2026 |
| Park + Ousado | R$ 469.90 through 10/21/2026; R$ 509.90 from 10/22/2026 |
| Hours | Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm; weekends and holidays, 9am to 6pm |
| Address | Rodovia RS-466, km 0, Caracol, Canela (RS) |
| Visit duration | The park doesn’t disclose it; the Corajoso alone takes about 25 minutes |
| Source and update | official park price table (August 2026); updated on 09/29/2026 |
How much does it cost to enter Parque do Caracol?
The basic ticket costs R$ 134.90 and the half-price ticket, R$ 67, according to the official park price table (August 2026). Half price applies to children aged 4 to 12, seniors 60 and over, people with disabilities plus one companion, and ID Jovem holders.
Residents of Canela and Gramado get in free with a photo ID and proof of residence. Rio Grande do Sul residents have the Gaúcho category: R$ 67, and R$ 33.50 for children. There’s no student discount, and discounts are personal and non-transferable.
| Package | Through 10/21/2026 | From 10/22/2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Park + Corajoso | R$ 159.90 | R$ 189.90 |
| Park + Ousado | R$ 469.90 | R$ 509.90 |
| Park + Corajoso + Ousado | R$ 479.90 | R$ 529.90 |
If you’re buying for a date after October 22, the new price applies. Check the date when you pay.
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What can you see in the park?
Cascata do Caracol has a 131-meter drop. The Novo Mirante da Cascata (new waterfall viewpoint) opened on 11/27/2025 and, according to Portal da Cidade de Gramado, grew from 40 m² to more than 400 m², with an elevator and stairs. Access is included in the basic ticket.
The park also has the Observatório Torre Araucária, trails among araucaria trees, the Arroio Caracol stream and a kids’ playground. The park reopened after renovations on 05/24/2025, according to ABC Mais. Prices from articles written before the renovation are out of date.
Can you still use the 730-step staircase?
No. The 1990 staircase was closed for safety reasons, according to the park’s official page. These days, anyone who wants to see the waterfall up close uses the viewpoints.
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What is the Corajoso?
It’s a narrow suspended metal walkway over the valley, with views of the waterfall. It opened on 01/24/2026, according to Portal da Cidade de Gramado.
The route is about 70 meters long, 45 of them suspended, more than 170 meters above the ground, and you can lean out up to 30 degrees. The visit takes about 25 minutes. Minimum age is 8, maximum weight is 120 kg, and pregnant women, people with heart conditions or vertigo, and anyone wearing a skirt, dress, heels or flip-flops can’t take part. People with reduced mobility can do the route in a special chair with an operator.
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What is the Ousado and who can do it?
It’s a pendulum jump from 140 meters up, with the waterfall as the backdrop, according to the official Ousado page. There are two options: the jump, with about 4 seconds of free fall, and the ride, lasting about 5 minutes.
It requires age 8 or older, height between 1.40 m and 2.20 m, and up to 120 kg. Scarves, caps and backpacks are not allowed.
What’s the difference between Caracol, Bondinhos and Skyglass?
They’re three separate attractions with separate tickets. Buying one doesn’t give you access to the others.
| Attraction | What it is | Entry price |
|---|---|---|
| Parque do Caracol | Park with viewpoints; Corajoso and Ousado experiences | R$ 134.90 (half price R$ 67) |
| Bondinhos Aéreos (Parques da Serra) | Cable car over the valley | Cable car R$ 130 (R$ 65 for children 4 to 9 and seniors); access without the cable car R$ 40 |
| Skyglass | Glass viewpoint; the Abusado is here | Check the Skyglass website |
The Bondinhos prices come from the official Parques da Serra store (checked on 09/29/2026). Don’t mix them up: the Ousado belongs to Caracol; the Abusado belongs to Skyglass.
How to get there and how much time to allow?
The park is on RS-466, km 0, in the Caracol neighborhood of Canela. The park doesn’t disclose the distance to Gramado or to downtown Canela, nor the parking fee or visit duration. Call (54) 3699-9695 or message them on WhatsApp at (54) 99976-9063.
Worth knowing: the official website lists hours of 9am to 5pm on weekdays and 9am to 6pm on weekends. Last entry is 30 minutes before closing. To plan your day, check out the guide to what to do in Gramado and Canela, the cost of traveling to Gramado, the Gramado day trip and the Catedral de Pedra. For a place to stay, see where to stay in Gramado and the events calendar.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is the basic Parque do Caracol ticket?
The park-only ticket costs R$ 134.90 (full price) and R$ 67 (half price), according to the official park price table (August 2026). Rio Grande do Sul residents pay R$ 67, and children aged 4 to 12 pay R$ 33.50 in the Gaúcho category.
Who gets half price or gets in free?
Half price applies to children aged 4 to 12, seniors 60 and over, people with disabilities plus one companion, and ID Jovem holders. Residents of Canela and Gramado get in free with a photo ID and proof of residence. There’s no student discount, and the discount is personal and non-transferable.
What are Parque do Caracol’s hours?
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (last entry at 4:30pm). On weekends, holidays and long weekends, 9am to 6pm (last entry at 5:30pm), according to the official website.
Does the 730-step staircase still exist?
No. The staircase built in 1990 was closed for safety reasons, according to the park’s official page. Today the waterfall views come from the viewpoints, with an elevator and stairs.
What’s the minimum age for the Corajoso and the Ousado?
Both require age 8 or older and a maximum weight of 120 kg. The Ousado also requires a height between 1.40 m and 2.20 m, according to the official website.
Does the Bondinhos ticket work for Parque do Caracol?
No. They’re separate attractions with their own tickets. The Ousado belongs to Caracol; the Abusado belongs to Skyglass.
Is it worth going?
To see the waterfall, the basic ticket is enough. Corajoso and Ousado are extras for thrill-seekers; if you’re buying for a date after October 22, plan for the new price.