Stunning Brazilian Waterfalls

Santa Catarina's diverse geography, ranging from the Serra Catarinense highlands to the Atlantic coast, hosts a variety of significant waterfalls. This collection includes the 220-meter drop of Rio dos Bugres and the iconic 100-meter Avencal. Many of these sites, such as Tigre Preto in the Aparados da Serra National Park, are defined by basaltic canyon walls and dense subtropical forests. These natural landmarks offer insights into the region's volcanic geological history and provide vital habitats within the Atlantic Forest biome.

Stunning Brazilian Waterfalls — Map

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Cachoeira Rio dos Bugres

A 220-meter waterfall in Urubici, descending from a basaltic cliff into a deep canyon surrounded by Atlantic Forest.

B

Cascata da Barrinha

A wide, multi-tiered waterfall located in Bom Jardim da Serra, situated near the entrance to the Serra do Rio do Rastro.

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C

Cachoeira do Avencal

This 100-meter free-fall waterfall in Urubici features a glass-bottomed viewpoint and trails leading to both the top and the base.

D

Cascata Salto Donner

Located in Doutor Pedrinho, this waterfall features a large volume of water falling over a rocky ledge, visible from nearby roads.

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E

Cascata Véu de Noiva

A 62-meter waterfall in Urubici where water slides down a steep rock face into a natural pool.

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F

Cascata do Tigre

A series of cascades and natural pools located in Concórdia, set within a park featuring native vegetation and hiking trails.

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G

Cachoeira do Tigre Preto

Situated in the Itaimbezinho Canyon, this waterfall is notable for the trail that crosses the river directly at the crest of the falls.

H

Caveiras River

The Caveiras River is a river of Santa Catarina state in southeastern Brazil. It is part of the Uruguay River basin.

I

Cascata Rio do Rastro

A sequence of cascades visible along the steep SC-390 highway as it winds through the Serra do Rio do Rastro mountains.

J

Cachoeira da Neve

Named for the mist that can freeze during winter, this Urubici waterfall is located in the same park as Cachoeira do Avencal.

K

Poção do Córrego Grande

A small waterfall and natural swimming pool located at the end of a short trail in the Córrego Grande neighborhood of Florianópolis.

L

Cachoeira dos Vacarianos

A secluded, multi-tiered waterfall in Urubici accessible via a moderate hike through the forest.

M

Cachoeira do Peri

Located within the Lagoa do Peri Municipal Park, this coastal waterfall is reached by a trail through the Atlantic Forest.

N

Cachoeira Casarão

A recreational site in Itapoá featuring small cascades and natural pools used for swimming.

O

Cascata da Pedra Branca

A 30-meter waterfall in Garopaba surrounded by dense vegetation, accessible via a trail from the Pedra Branca neighborhood.

P

Cascata da Junção

A remote waterfall in the Urubici region formed by the junction of two mountain streams.

Q

Salto Bom Sucesso

A waterfall located in the rural interior of Santa Catarina, part of the Rio do Peixe drainage basin.

R

Cachoeira do Canyon Amola Faca

A high-altitude waterfall that plunges into the Amola Faca Canyon on the edge of the Serra Geral plateau.

S

Cachoeira da Paixão

A smaller, scenic waterfall located in the highland region of Urubici, accessible via local rural roads.

T

Cachoeria Saltinho

A wide waterfall on the Buriti River located in the western municipality of Saltinho.

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