The Morro do Elefante cable car is one of the main landmarks of Campos do Jordão It’s a fun way to explore the landscapes of the interior of São Paulo. At 1800 meters above sea level, it is the highest cable car in Brazil in terms of altitude – as well as one of the oldest.
Opened in 1970, it was one of the pioneers in the country and quickly won the hearts of São Paulo residents. So much so that it is now a mandatory stop for anyone visiting “Brazilian Switzerland”! If you’re thinking of traveling inland, you can’t miss it.
Stories and curiosities about the Morro do Elefante cable car
A pioneer in Brazil
Although it wasn’t the first cable car in Brazil, the Morro do Elefante cable car stood out at the time of its inauguration for bringing an innovative way of traveling. Instead of a cable car with cabins, like the ones in Rio de Janeiro, it was the first with chairs, offering visitors an even more exciting suspended ride.
After all, the seats are open, so you can contemplate the landscape in the open air. With the help of a safety bar to keep you calm throughout the ride, of course.
Walks in the heights
Campos do Jordão is 1628 meters above sea level, making it the highest city in Brazil. This makes the Morro do Elefante cable car the highest in Brazil in terms of altitude, offering an unmissable panoramic view of Capivari Park, where it is located.
The route is 550 meters long and has some inclined sections, giving the impression of flying over the landscape. If you’re not afraid of heights, why not stop by Campos and see it?
Latin America’s first mixed cable car
For those who don’t like the idea of flying over Campos do Jordão in a chair, that’s okay. In 2022, the Morro do Elefante cable car underwent a renovation that added enclosed cabins to the route and made it the first mixed cable car on the Latin American continent. In other words, if you’re afraid of heights, it might be a good idea to opt for this type of ride.
Cable car pet friendly
Finally, you can visit Morro do Elefante with your pet! The cable car has a “pet cabin”, an inclusive space where pet owners can enjoy the view with their pets. Pets must weigh up to 35 kilos and must be on leashes during the ride.
How to visit the Elephant Hill Cable Car?
The attraction is in Capivari Park in Campos do Jordão. Entrance to the park is free, but a return ticket on the cable car costs from R$39 (half-price), whether you’re in a chair or a cabin. The price for animals traveling in the Pet Cabin is R$18.
The Morro do Elefante cable car is open from Sunday to Thursday, from 9am to 7pm; and on Fridays and Saturdays, from 9am to 8pm. You can secure your seat on site at the same times or in advance via the Capivari Park website.
In addition to the cable car, the park has many other attractions for all ages! These include mountain sledding, a carousel, ice skating, a little train and pedal boats. In other words, there are plenty of options for you to enjoy! Visit the Capivari Park website for more details on the attractions.
