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Guided Visit to Mina Du Veloso
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Tours that bring together culture, history, heritage, awareness, and nature in rich, unique, educational, and transformative experiences!
Celebrating 11 Years of Legacy—
Afrotourism and a New Way of Experiencing Ouro Preto
Guided Mine tour at Mina Du Veloso
Visiting Mina Du Veloso is an immersive experience where history comes to life. You walk through underground galleries carved in the 18th century, learn about the ingenious techniques introduced by African peoples, and discover how the local community transformed the site into a living center of memory and Afrotourism. Every detail — from the visitor facilities to the stories preserved in the surrounding mountains — reveals a powerful legacy of resistance, ancestry, and knowledge. Come experience the force that shaped Ouro Preto from deep within the earth.
Trails of Veloso
The trails of Serra do Veloso offer far more than beautiful landscapes — they are true gateways to the region’s living history. Along the From the Mine to Curral de Pedras and Alto do Xéu routes, visitors encounter ancestral structures, sweeping panoramic views, and stories shared by guides who are deeply connected to the land. These experiences bring together nature and culture, highlighting the legacy of African peoples who mastered mining techniques and helped shape Ouro Preto as we know it today.
Historic Site
Mina Du Veloso is not only a tourist attraction, but also a symbol of resilience and heritage recognition. The site received the Rodrigo Melo Franco de Andrade Award, IPHAN’s most prestigious honor, in recognition of its exemplary work in preserving Afro-Brazilian heritage and honoring the memory of African peoples in the history of mining.
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Guided Mine Tour and Guided Hiking Trail
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Tour: Alto do Xéu / Barragem Mine – Historic Mining Trail
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Tour: Veloso Trail – Curral de Pedras & Serra Panoramic Views
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About Us
Uncover a Hidden Side of Ouro Preto
Mina Du Veloso is one of Ouro Preto’s most authentic and transformative attractions. Located in the historic Serra do Veloso, the site offers a unique experience that weaves together nature, heritage, and ancestry. Here, visitors explore hiking trails, underground galleries, and centuries-old structures built through the technical ingenuity of enslaved African peoples — central protagonists in the history of mining in Brazil.
Since 2014, Mina Du Veloso has become a leading reference in Afrotourism, geotourism, and heritage education, welcoming thousands of visitors every year.
More than a tour, it is a complete experience where past, present, and future come together to honor the strength of a people who shaped Ouro Preto from deep within the earth and carried its legacy to the world.
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Plan a Group or School Visit
Mina Du Veloso invites schools and groups to register for an educational visit to one of Ouro Preto’s most important historic heritage sites.
This experience fosters learning about mining history and the memory of enslaved African peoples in the formation of Brazil.
We offer half-price admission for students and seniors.
Register your group and provide an enriching, accessible cultural experience.
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How do I book my tour?
Choose your tour, visit, or hiking trail. Enter the number of participants, complete the payment, and send us the proof of payment via WhatsApp if you choose a bank transfer.
Pix payments are processed within minutes, and you will receive your order number by email.
After that, simply arrive on the selected date at the Mina Du Veloso headquarters.
If I need to cancel my reservation, what should I do?
Contact us via WhatsApp or email so we can discuss the available options.
Cancellations are flexible.
Do you have any questions that weren’t answered here?
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