Chapada dos Veadeiros is known for its numerous waterfalls. The region, located 230 kilometers from Brasilia, offers leisure options for all tastes, from easy to more challenging trails, making it the ideal destination for nature lovers.
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If you’re planning to vacation in Chapada dos Veadeiros, check out five waterfalls below that you need to see now:
Santa Barbara Waterfall
One of the most famous and impressive in the region, the Santa Bárbara waterfall is located in Cavalcante and has crystal clear blue waters: they fall from a 30 meter high rock wall, forming a large natural pool.
To access it, you must hire a local guide and follow a path of approximately six kilometers. Access is generally from the village of Kalunga Engenho II.
Santa Barbara Waterfall
Poço Encantado Waterfall
Located 52 kilometers from Alto Paraíso, the Poço Encantado waterfall is a good option for those looking for easy trails (only five minutes to reach the natural pool). The crystal-clear waterfall is surrounded by lush vegetation.
The name comes from stories told by former residents of the farm, who said there was a diamond at the bottom of the well.
Poço Encantado Waterfall
Dragon Waterfall
It is in São João d’Aliança that the Dragão waterfall is located. With entry permitted only with a local guide, it is difficult to access, with a water trail 70% of the time.
Safety equipment is mandatory to visit this “beauty” (which can be rented on site), and is recommended for the bravest.
Dragon Waterfall
Monkey stunts
The Macaco Waterfalls complex provides a peaceful retreat for visitors. There are two waterfalls and pools of red water along the route. The trail is short, three miles round trip, but can be considered difficult due to the terrain and dense vegetation.
Monkey stunts
Loquinhas Waterfall
Loquinhas Waterfall is ideal for children, the elderly and people with reduced mobility. It has 18 wells and emerald-colored waterfalls, as well as little monkeys roaming free.
Loquinhas Waterfall