Excellent option for a relaxed all-in (exclusive drinks) resort. Among the pluses: super fun wave…read morepool, relaxing hot pool, tons of things to do including supervised entertainment for kids, comfortable lodgings, beautiful surroundings, and good and friendly service. When you arrive you receive a card with your name on it that you use for any in-resort purchases during your stay (drinks, tube rental, massage, etc). Very convenient. Prices are very reasonable; not marked up (for example 3 caipirinhas deal for R22). As for options to stay you can choose a chalet, suite, or hotel. We rented a 'suite' which had a double and two singles. Simple but comfortable. Chalets are for up to 6 or 7 people. So, why not 5 stars? The (free) wifi is spotty and weak (there's no cell phone coverage in the park), there are no water slides in the pool, and the food wasn't always as good as I'd hoped (too salty; breakfast and deserts were consistently excellent). The park and hotel are not new but in excellent condition and clearly well maintained. Decoration is a bit kitschy / cheesy at times but not a put-off. It's about 2-2.5 hours drive from BH, via excellent roads. (R4.20 in toll.)

Comfortable and fun resort close to Belo Horizonte, great for a weekend away from the hustle of the…read morecity. It's (nearly) all-in; alcoholic beverages not included. It's a former ostrich farm and the place maintains its rustic character. There are a few farm animals as well as ponds for fishing (rods and food provided). Rooms are excellent with comfortable beds, great shower, and good airco. There is live music on the veranda of the restaurant/pool during the evening and plenty of fun organized activities for the kids all day long. The team organizing these is caring and fun and engages all ages. Oh yes, there's one large pool (super nice on hot days) and also a smaller heated one. Negatives? Maybe two minor ones. The dining area has little space for moving around when packed in the morning and at night for dinner. Also, there's virtually no cellphone coverage in the park and (free) wifi is weak, dropping out often, and spotty. Check-in is at 4pm meaning you'll need to book 2 nights to enjoy a full weekend. Check-out is at an early 2pm.