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Cacoal to Porto Velho

Updated: March 13, 2024 08:45 PM
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Cacoal to Porto Velho

Cacoal is a city in the state of Rondônia, Brazil. It is located in the southwestern part of the state, on the banks of the Machado River. Porto Velho is the capital of the state of Rondônia, Brazil. It is located in the western part of the state, on the banks of the Madeira River.


Language

The official language of Brazil is Portuguese. However, many other languages are spoken in the country, including Spanish, English, and French.


Currency

The official currency of Brazil is the Brazilian real (BRL).


Distance

The distance between Cacoal and Porto Velho is approximately 400 kilometers (250 miles).


How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Porto Velho from Cacoal.

  • By bus: There are several bus companies that operate between Cacoal and Porto Velho. The journey takes approximately 6 hours.
  • By car: The journey by car takes approximately 5 hours.
  • By plane: There are no direct flights between Cacoal and Porto Velho. However, you can fly from Cacoal to Vilhena, and then take a connecting flight to Porto Velho.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Cacoal to Porto Velho will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose.

  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket from Cacoal to Porto Velho is approximately R$ 100.
  • By car: The cost of driving from Cacoal to Porto Velho will vary depending on the price of gas and the type of car you drive.
  • By plane: The cost of a plane ticket from Cacoal to Vilhena is approximately R$ 300. The cost of a connecting flight from Vilhena to Porto Velho is approximately R$ 200.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Porto Velho is during the dry season, which runs from April to October. During this time, the weather is hot and dry, with little rainfall.


What to Eat

There are many delicious dishes to try in Porto Velho.

  • Tacacá: This is a traditional Amazonian dish made with tucupi (a yellow broth made from the juice of the manioc root), shrimp, and jambu (a leafy green vegetable).
  • Pato no tucupi: This is a dish made with duck cooked in tucupi.
  • Maniçoba: This is a dish made with dried manioc leaves, meat, and vegetables.
  • Pamonha: This is a dish made with cornmeal, milk, and sugar. It is often wrapped in banana leaves and steamed.

Where to Go

There are many interesting places to visit in Porto Velho.

  • The Teatro Amazonas: This is a beautiful opera house that was built in the late 19th century.
  • The Museu do Estado de Rondônia: This museum houses a collection of artifacts from the history of Rondônia.
  • The Parque Estadual de Guajará-Mirim: This park is home to a variety of plant and animal life.
  • The Cachoeira de Samuel: This waterfall is located on the outskirts of Porto Velho.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Cacoal to Porto Velho.

  1. What is the distance between Cacoal and Porto Velho?
  2. What is the cost of traveling from Cacoal to Porto Velho?
  3. What is the best time to visit Porto Velho?
  4. What are some of the things to do in Porto Velho?

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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